Defining sensory modulation: A review of the concept and a contemporary definition for application by occupational therapists.

CONCLUSION: The concept of sensory modulation has evolved in occupational therapy practice. The authors summarise with the following proposed definition of sensory modulation for contemporary occupational therapy practice: 'Sensory modulation is considered a twofold process. It originates in the central nervous system as the neurological ability to regulate and process sensory stimuli; this subsequently offers the individual an opportunity to respond behaviourally to the stimulus'. SIGNIFICANCE: A contemporary definition of 'sensory modulation' has been identified for occupational therapy practice. PMID: 30457401 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy - Category: Occupational Health Tags: Scand J Occup Ther Source Type: research