Upcoming Dates
2018 US dates
June 2, 2018
Hudson, WI (Sponsor RAIR)
Hudson, WI (Sponsor RAIR)
Presented by Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L
Introductory - Intermediate Level
Audience: OTs, PTs, and interested others
6 contact hours
0.6 CEUs
Alex offers practical ideas using suspension and non-suspension equipment to implement treatment interventions in the clinic, at school or at home. Hands on interventions to support breath, coordination, timing, balance, strength will be presented. Modifications, adaptions and grading of activities will be addressed to support best possible outcomes. Ideas for better engagement of the child will be addressed as well as discussion of ways to facilitate "play" for a stronger therapist-child relationship.
This dynamic workshop will support participants through hands on learning as they experience the activities in their own bodies. Lastly, Alex will discuss how to create sensory equipment at a minimal cost.
This dynamic workshop will support participants through hands on learning as they experience the activities in their own bodies. Lastly, Alex will discuss how to create sensory equipment at a minimal cost.

Objectives: Participants will be able to
Agenda* (6 contact hours)9:00 Intro to SPD and Sensory Integration Therapy
9:30 Explaining the therapeutic benefits of Sensorimotor Treatment Interventions, Demonstrating activity, Participant performs intervention and problems solve to grade, modify and adapt for the best possible therapeutic outcomes.
10:30 BREAK
10:45 Talk about incoming patient for Case Study
11:00 Live treatment session with special needs child and Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L
11:30 Explain how to document therapeutic Occupational Therapy treatment session
12:00 LUNCH on your own
1:00 Explaining the therapeutic benefits of Sensorimotor Treatment Interventions, Demonstrating
activity, Participant performs intervention and problem solves to grade, modify and adapt for the best possible therapeutic outcomes
2:30 BREAK
2:45 Talk about incoming patient for Case Study
3:00 Live treatment session with special needs child and Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L
3:45 Explain how to document therapeutic Occupational Therapy treatment session
4:00 Q & A, Home Programming, DIY Sensory Equipment
4:30 Adjourn
*Topic times may vary; contact hours do not.
- Understand the importance of vestibular, proprioceptive, and tactile integration as it relates to postural development, balance and physical development.
- Participate in and generate ideas & activities that support sensory development.
- Create effective sensory diets using DIY equipment, sensory tools, home sensory gyms and minimal equipment that can be implemented in home and at school.
- Identify ways to grade up/down, adapt, modify and motivate
Agenda* (6 contact hours)9:00 Intro to SPD and Sensory Integration Therapy
9:30 Explaining the therapeutic benefits of Sensorimotor Treatment Interventions, Demonstrating activity, Participant performs intervention and problems solve to grade, modify and adapt for the best possible therapeutic outcomes.
10:30 BREAK
10:45 Talk about incoming patient for Case Study
11:00 Live treatment session with special needs child and Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L
11:30 Explain how to document therapeutic Occupational Therapy treatment session
12:00 LUNCH on your own
1:00 Explaining the therapeutic benefits of Sensorimotor Treatment Interventions, Demonstrating
activity, Participant performs intervention and problem solves to grade, modify and adapt for the best possible therapeutic outcomes
2:30 BREAK
2:45 Talk about incoming patient for Case Study
3:00 Live treatment session with special needs child and Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L
3:45 Explain how to document therapeutic Occupational Therapy treatment session
4:00 Q & A, Home Programming, DIY Sensory Equipment
4:30 Adjourn
*Topic times may vary; contact hours do not.
Alexander Lopiccolo, COTA/L a/k/a Mr. Alex is an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Consultant. Alex is well known as The King of Swings. When he is not treating as a full time Sensory Integration Therapypractitioner he travels around the world sharing his knowledge of sensorimotor therapy with OT's and students at pediatric clinics and universities. Alex also works with the leading Sensory Therapy company, Southpaw Enterprises on different swing inventions. He especially enjoys designing and installing home sensory gyms to help his young clients at home.
Growing up in Michigan, Alex struggled with Sensory Processing Disorder himself. The strategies that he developed, along with a strong calling to help others, inspired the fun and therapeutic approach he has been using with his clients for over eight years. Alex, his wife, and two children live in Gig Harbor, after relocating from Edmonds and Denver. His favorite activities are spending time with his family, disc golf, canicross with his dog Optimus Prime, running barefoot, inventing sensory therapy equipment, and exploring the Pacific Northwest. |
Workshop Details
Location:
Healing Waters Health Center 2705 Enloe Street Hudson, WI |
Transportation from Minneapolis airport:
www.chippewavalleyairportservice.com Nearby Accommodations: Comfort Inn: 715-690-2500 |
RAIR Tuition Rates
Using Gravity - $195. June 2, 2018
Using Gravity & King of Swings June 2-3, 2018 - $375 ($350 before May 15, 2018)
Using Gravity & King of Swings June 2-3, 2018 - $375 ($350 before May 15, 2018)
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