We wanted to be well equipped for the trip so we asked two friends who happened to be Physical Therapists (God is good!) to give us a 101 course in Physical Therapy. Jeff Jue gave us pointers on how to build trust with the orphanage staff. We should get a sense of how they care for the children. He encouraged us to remain strong in prayer. He suggested that we should do prayer walks and have devotion and prayer sessions. The children are probably used to a set routine/schedule therefore we should be mindful and not be a distraction. Play time is probably the best time for PT intervention. Individual play with toys could help stimulate their senses and ease their shyness. Nannies are a good resource since they know what the children’s favorite toys are. Help unlock the child’s potential by modifying the activities to make sure of success. For example, move the object closer to the child with physical limitations so he/she can reach for it. Be patient, encouraging and accommodating.
Xian Chang taught us some techniques in Play Therapy emphasized fo
r various parts of the body. The objective is to get the children to move and have fun anyway possible. A variety of resources/play such as toys, arts & crafts, play dough & clay, puppets, music, lights, story telling, jump ropes, bands, dance, movements, etc. are used according to the child’s physical need. We should encourage them to use whatever movement they have and help them only when necessary. Xian stressed that we should always consult with the orphanage and the care takers to inquire about each child’s ability and limitation in order to determine what is safe and appropriate for the child. The goal of these activities is to help build muscle strength and improve higher function, balance & coordination. Activities may be conducted on a one to one basis or groups of children. Xian brought a lot of his equipment and toys for demonstration and we got to play with some of it. We all regressed a little bit. It was fun to see Xian striking the pose of an archer.
r various parts of the body. The objective is to get the children to move and have fun anyway possible. A variety of resources/play such as toys, arts & crafts, play dough & clay, puppets, music, lights, story telling, jump ropes, bands, dance, movements, etc. are used according to the child’s physical need. We should encourage them to use whatever movement they have and help them only when necessary. Xian stressed that we should always consult with the orphanage and the care takers to inquire about each child’s ability and limitation in order to determine what is safe and appropriate for the child. The goal of these activities is to help build muscle strength and improve higher function, balance & coordination. Activities may be conducted on a one to one basis or groups of children. Xian brought a lot of his equipment and toys for demonstration and we got to play with some of it. We all regressed a little bit. It was fun to see Xian striking the pose of an archer.
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