If you or your child struggles with sensory processing, autism, ADHD, or other neurological issues, optometric multi-sensory training (OMST) may offer a solution. Our team at Brecheen Learning & Vision Center in Lewisville have answered some frequently asked questions about this innovative therapy.
What Exactly is OMST?
OMST is a cutting-edge form of rehabilitation that combines multiple therapies. It uses optometric phototherapy, vestibular stimulation, auditory stimulation, proprioception, and vision therapy, all under the direct supervision of an optometrist near you. These simultaneous multisensory stimuli help retrain the brain and nervous system to better filter, process, and integrate sensory information from the environment.
Who Can Benefit from OMST?
OMST is effective for a wide range of individuals. It is particularly helpful for children with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, ADD, sensory processing delays, and learning disabilities. Adults recovering from concussions or traumatic brain injuries have also experienced great results with OMST. Essentially, anyone struggling with sensory integration or neurological deficits is a potential candidate.
What Does the OMST Treatment Process Involve?
OMST utilizes a specialized multisensory table. This table delivers synchronized and graded visual, auditory, and proprioceptive stimuli to the patient. As you experience these different stimuli in a controlled manner, your nervous system learns to process and integrate multisensory input more efficiently.
What Are the Benefits of OMST?
The benefits of OMST vary depending on the individual, but common improvements include enhanced reading and motor skills, better sleep quality, reduced anxiety, improved focus and attention, increased social engagement, and accelerated rehabilitation. Many people start noticing positive changes after just 10 to 12 OMST sessions.
Is OMST a Safe Treatment Approach?
OMST is an extremely safe and non-invasive treatment. It is performed under the close supervision of an optometrist in Lewisville at our center. While some patients may initially experience a temporary increase in symptoms as their system reorganizes, these effects typically pass quickly.
How Do I Get Started with OMST?
To get started, schedule a comprehensive eye exam with our eye doctor at Brecheen Learning & Vision Center. During the exam, we will evaluate your vision needs, sensitivities, and symptoms to determine if OMST is the right approach for you. If so, we will design a customized OMST treatment plan to help you or your child achieve your goals.
Contact Brecheen Learning & Vision Center to Learn More
Don’t let sensory integration issues hold you back any longer. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Brecheen, OD at Brecheen Learning & Vision Center in Lewisville to learn more about how OMST can help.