A pilot study was undertaken to consider the effect of occupational therapy on the motor proficiency of children with motor/learning difficulties. Intervention was based on Ayres' model of sensory integration. Motor proficiency was assessed before and after 10 sessions of occupational therapy. The assessment tool used was the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency. The subjects were five children attending mainstream primary schools. Change was noted in all cases: four subjects improved whilst one deteriorated. Further data are required for statistical analysis; however, the mean standard score improved. Age appeared to be a factor in the level of improvement attained. Recommendations for future studies are made in relation to assessment techniques and study design.
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