
OCCUPATIONAL-PHYSICAL THERAPY
HOW WILL THIS HELP MY CHILD?

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
The early years of your child’s life are extremely important as social, cognitive, and physical development, and growth of your child take place. Some children experience delayed or restricted advancement in these areas and require support. A pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) can help enhance development and cognitive skills for your child.
Routine Activities
OT's help make coordination, handwriting, grooming, play, and focus easier for children.
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Motor Development
OT's assist pediatric cleints with enhancing and developing motor skills like pincer grasp (a grasp that uses the pads and tips of the index finger and thumb to pick up and grasp objects) and hand strength are essential for a child’s development and ability to use their hands.
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SENSORY PROCESSING
Sensory Processing difficulties occur when some children experience too much or too little stimulation through their senses and have trouble interpreting the information they are getting. Pediatric occupational therapists help them to appropriately integrate and respond to sensory input