Sensory Integration

Sensory Integration Disorders

What is a “Sensory Integration Disorder”?

“Sensory Integration Disorder” was a term first coined by occupational and physical therapists who treated large numbers of children with “Autism”. It describes an inability to integrate or coordinate the senses of perception and balance in a concerted effort.

Almost all disorders in this category are related to abnormal or fluctuant function of three primary senses:

• The musculo skeletal system (touch and feel)
• The eyes (visual system)
• The inner ear (vestibular system)

Normal and stable function of these primary senses are required for the correct function of the brain.  Abnormal function of these systems will lead to a slowing of all cognitive and reflex functions and cause fluctuations of behavior, mood and activity level.

The NeuroSensory Center of Austin is equipped with the proprietary Sensory-View system which allows our specialist physician to rapidly identify the source of your nervous system abnormality, assess the status and focus their treatment directly on the abnormal system. The Sensory-View also allows our experts to objectively track your recovery and customize the best program for your individual needs.