The fine motor skills needed for writing, handling utensils, opening containers, and fastening buttons are assisted by Occupational Therapy. Additionally, Occupational Therapy supports self-care activities like grooming, feeding, dressing, and bathing. Occupational therapists may also improve a kid’s visual, motor, cognitive, and decision-making abilities. Sensory processing refers to how a child organizes and makes use of information from his or her environment.
Physical therapists concentrate on teaching children how to move and develop their gross motor abilities, including walking, crawling, jumping, standing, kicking, and skipping. A child’s balance and coordination can be improved with the help of physical therapists.