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Occupational, Physical, Speech & Play Therapy for Kids & Teens
(864) 244-3476 • Fax (864) 244-3475
4501 Old Spartanburg Road, Suite 15 • Taylors, SC 29687
Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday
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(864) 244-3476 • Fax (864) 244-3475
4501 Old Spartanburg Road, Suite 15 • Taylors, SC 29687
Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday
CLICK FOR MAP AND DIRECTIONS
THE BLUE ROOM – “THE WOMB ROOM”
Space
Quiet or regrouping areas for nurturing and reorganization are an important component to the sensory treatment area or classroom. This "womb-like" space can help provide deep touch/pressure and more spatial boundary definition for the child and serves as a retreat for reorganizing and even preventing a sensory meltdown. Weighted blankets, pillows and beanbags add to the welcoming environment of this quiet time space.
Color and Texture
The color blue is used to create a relaxing, peaceful ambience. The look of the ocean facilitates a calming effect.
Lighting
No fluorescent lighting is used in this room. It is suspected that some children with sensory processing disorders, particularly those along the autism spectrum disorder (ASD), may see the flicker and hear the buzz of a fluorescent light continuously. This is similar to what most of us start to notice when a fluorescent bulb is about to burn out as they flicker and emit a steady hum. The visually stimulating lights of this room assist in stimulating the usually strong visual system and help modulate the more noxious stimuli.
Sound
Calming sounds and music are used in this room to facilitate the calming effect of the calming effect. Studies show that Mozart music in the classroom soothes the mind, increases the power of concentration and decreases violence, while other studies have shown that children exposed to Mozart music before a test had higher test score results than the control group.