Miscellaneous
Name 2 barriers that could impact school participation other than pain.
What is...Stress from school work, stress from peers asking questions, being easily distracted, not enjoying the subject
Name 3 coping strategies you can use at your desk.
what is... seated stretches, putty, drinking water, doodling, listening to music
You are struggling to complete your homework because you are experiencing pain, what is the first thing you should try to do!
Use seated strategies OR if you have already done that- take a movement break!
I should go to the nurse when I am experiencing pain
What is..False!
What is the 90-90-90 rule?
When your hips, knees and ankles should all be at 90 degrees when sitting (sitting back in chair and feet flat on the floor)
Name 3 natural movement strategies your child can use in their classroom without leaving.
Passing out papers, sharpening your pencil, getting up to throw something away
If you are in class and have tried all of your strategies and are still struggling to get your work done, what can you do to help you get back on track?
I should use strategies all day long even when I am not in pain
What is....True!
Your backpack weighs a ton! What percentage your body weight should your backpack actually be?
10-15%
Why should you use coping strategies in school?
What is to pace yourself so you can participate in a full day, make sure you are able to complete all other activities after school!
You are sitting in class and are having trouble focusing on your teacher, its your least favorite subject. What types of strategies could you use to help you regain your focus and participate in the activity.
Strategies to alert your body!Do things that wake YOU up!
When I am experiencing increased pain or fatigue, I should take a break from my homework and wait until my pain is better
What is...False!
Where should you complete your homework in order to maintain the best ergonomic seated position?
at a desk with chair, NOT the couch, or bed :)
How do you know if a coping strategy is working
If you are completing the work or requirements of an activity/ remaining engaged.
You are working on a big project and are worried you aren't going to have enough time to complete it. The more stressed you get, the more you put it off. What is one strategy or approach that you could use to help you get your work done.
Break things up into smaller pieces! Set goals for yourself.
What is... false!