OTEIM operates as a private pay clinic to ensure we can provide the highest quality of care without restrictions from insurance companies. This allows us to offer specialized, individualized therapy tailored to each child’s unique needs without limitations on treatment types, duration, or frequency. While we do not accept insurance directly, we provide a superbill that families can submit to their insurance provider for potential reimbursement.

Our therapy is offered in a one- or two-week intensive format. Each intensive includes daily sessions designed to create meaningful progress in a short period. After completing an intensive, we can discuss ongoing support options based on your child's needs.

Cold lasers, also known as low-level lasers or low-level light therapy (LLLT), are generally considered safe for therapeutic use. They work by emitting light at specific wavelengths to stimulate healing and reduce pain or inflammation. Here’s a brief summary of their safety:

1. Minimal Risk of Harm: Cold lasers operate at low intensities that don’t produce significant heat, which minimizes the risk of burns or tissue damage. They are typically used on the skin or mucous membranes, where their effects are usually non-invasive and well-tolerated.

2. Non-Invasive: Treatments with cold lasers are non-invasive and do not require incisions or injections, which reduces the risk of complications compared to more invasive procedures.

3. Controlled Use: Safety is enhanced when cold lasers are used according to established protocols and by trained professionals. Overuse or improper application can lead to potential side effects, but these are generally mild and reversible.

4. Side Effects: Most side effects, if they occur, are mild and may include temporary redness or irritation at the treatment site. Serious side effects are rare.

5. Contraindications: While cold lasers are safe for many individuals, they are not recommended for use over certain conditions, such as active cancer sites or directly on the eyes.

Find out more here:

https://www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/home-business-and-entertainment-products/laser-products-and-instruments

A NeuroAdaptive Therapy Intensive at OTEIM typically includes the following:

1. Comprehensive Evaluation:
   

   • This involves a detailed assessment to identify the child’s specific challenges across multiple areas, such as sensory processing, motor skills, primitive reflex integration, social-emotional development, and communication. The evaluation may also include specialized testing, like primitive reflex testing and ocular motor assessments.

1. Therapeutic Modalities:
   

   • Low-Level Laser Therapy: Frequent use of low-level laser therapy over a short period is a cornerstone of the intensive. Different laser colors (red, infrared, purple) are used depending on the needs, targeting areas of the brain linked to sensory processing, focus, and emotional regulation.

   • Sensory Integration Techniques: Activities aimed at improving the child’s ability to process and respond to sensory information.

   • Primitive Reflex Integration: Exercises to help resolve retained primitive reflexes that may interfere with development.

   • Additional Modalities: May include the use of tools like Rezi Maxx, EyeLights, Neurosage, Vibe Plate, or BoBo Balance to improve various brain functions.

1. Personalized Treatment Plan:
   

   • A customized plan is created based on the child’s unique challenges, targeting specific Brodmann areas of the brain or sensory systems.

   • Sessions may focus on attention, balance, motor skills, emotional regulation, and communication.

1. Duration & Frequency:
   

   • Typically, the intensive spans 1 to 3 weeks, with 2 hours of therapy each day, providing concentrated treatment to maximize progress in a short period.

1. Closing Report and Follow-up:
   

   • After the intensive, a detailed report is provided summarizing the progress and any ongoing needs.

   • A follow-up meeting one week after the intensive is included to review progress and plan any next steps.

1. Speech and Occupational Therapy:
   

   • Depending on the child’s needs, speech therapy might be combined with OT to address issues related to communication, social skills, and motor functions.

1. Nutritional and Supplement Counseling:
   

   • Guidance on dietary interventions or supplements may be offered, particularly if there are underlying biomedical factors affecting the child’s development.

This structured approach enables rapid, targeted progress over a short period of time.