Article

We developed an observational tool, the Comprehensive Observations of
Proprioception (COP), for identifying proprioceptive processing issues in
children with developmental disabilities. METHOD: Development of the COP
underwent three phases. First, we developed items representing proprioceptive
functions on the basis of an extensive literature review and consultation with
occupational therapists. We then established interrater reliability and content,
construct, and criterion validity. Finally, we completed a factor analysis of COP
ratings of 130 children with known developmental disabilities. RESULTS: Adequate
validity and reliability were established. Factor analysis revealed a four-factor
model that explained the underlying structure of the measure as it was
hypothesized. CONCLUSION: The COP is a valid criterion-referenced short
observational tool that structures the clinician's observations by linking a
child's behaviors to areas identified in the literature as relevant to
proprioceptive processing. It takes 15 min to administer and can be used in a
variety of contexts, such as the home, clinic, and school.
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