Therapist's Picks

"As a an itinerant physical therapist I am always looking to solve a problem and I need durable, quick easy to use solutions. I'm generally looking for items that are portable or items to suggest for home or school use. I'm also looking for items that are multi purposeful such as a balance board that may double as a jumping platform. Or a swing that may encourage dynamic standing balance reactions. I love to combine items as well such as using floor spots with a balance board and a climbing ladder. Items need to be bright, functional and engage my kids to move!" Ilana Danneman, PT

"As a pediatric occupational therapist working with young children at home and in school, I look for fun things that are therapeutic and will help us reach our goals -- without the children even realizing that we are working! Many of the children have an "attention" goal so I look for engaging items that will help work on their attention. In addition, I need sensory items that address the various behavioral difficulties that are caused by sensory issues such as anxiety and aggression, so the children can focus at home and in school. Lastly,as a traveling therapist, I need things that are lightweight, portable, durable and easy to clean so I can use them anywhere and everywhere." Estee Saks, MS OTR/L