Kids play all day long. By doing so, they are able to discover the world around them, learn to interact with it, and develop essential life skills that will allow them to connect with others and do things independently in the future.
In some cases, children are not able to master the skills that will enable them to explore and navigate their environment on their own. It is possible that they have difficulties with fine or gross motor skills, sensory processing, visual-perceptual skills, and other abilities. It can make a big difference when pediatric occupational therapy is used in those cases.
The purpose of occupational therapy for kids is to help them become independent in all aspects of their lives. An occupational therapist can teach kids how to eat and dress. The social and emotional development of children with developmental delays can be significantly improved by a therapist.
Occupational therapy for kids in Dubai at Hope AMC Centre can benefit your child in a number of ways.
#1: Developmental milestones are not being met at an age-appropriate level. Children with developmental delays can benefit from occupational therapy. A medical professional should be consulted if your 1-year-old isn’t crawling yet or if your 2-year-old isn’t walking steadily. You can learn more information about red flags for potential developmental delays in kids ages 1-5.
#2: Fine Motor Skills Issues.
To perform tasks, small hand muscles need to be controlled, strengthened, and dexterous in some children. Poor fine motor skills make it difficult for kids to use scissors, draw, string beads, and use utensils. If a child lacks fine motor skills, he or she may have difficulty using computers and writing at school.
#3: Having Difficulty with Gross Motor Skills.
Children who have difficulty with gross motor skills, which involve the major muscle groups, can also benefit from occupational therapy. Among other things, kids with gross motor skill issues will have difficulties with balance, strength, endurance, and coordination.
#4: Issues with Sensory Processing.
A variety of conditions can be helped by occupational therapy for children. In addition to these specialties, our pediatric occupational therapists at Hope AMC also offer:
- Birth injuries or defects
- Developmental delays
- Traumatic injuries
- Autism/pervasive developmental disorders
- Post-surgical conditions
- Chronic illnesses
- Sensory processing disorders
Our compassionate therapists can help your child achieve independence, grow, learn, and thrive in various environments if he or she needs occupational therapy. Please contact us at +971-529997075 or [email protected] if you have any questions.
