The Use of Kripalu Yoga to Increase Occupational Performance in Sensory Over-responsive Adults: Evidence and Implications

Kimberly S. Mollo, MS, OTR/L, Thomas Jefferson University
Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Thomas Jefferson University
Teal W. Benevides, MS, OTR/L, Thomas Jefferson University
Brittney Miller, MS, OTR/L, Thomas Jefferson University
Holly Doubet, MS, OTR/L, Thomas Jefferson University

Poster presented at 2011 AOTA conference in Philadelphia

Abstract

Purpose:

• Examine the relationship between changes in parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) activity and sensory over-responsivity (SOR) pre/post yoga intervention.
• Understand how SOR may affect adults in daily occupations, perceived roles, routines, and social participation.
• Explore coping patterns among adults with SOR via the Adolescent Adult Sensory Profile and the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure.