DPPT-Can parents perform the therapy at home

by Donna Bishop
(Osceola, AR)

Hello,

I recently attended an autism conference. I was introduced to the Wilbarger's Protocal. My question is since this is an intensive procedure to overcome the sensory defensiveness every two hours, are parents trained to perform the deep pressure "brushing" at home?

This sounds like a great treatment for my 5-year-old son with autism. He has numerous sensory defensiveness qualities. I approached his OT with this request and she stated she would contact.