"Unlocking Potential, One Precise Movement at a Time"

Fine Motor Coordination Training

Fine motor coordination training aims to enhance the synchronization between the muscles, nerves, and brain, allowing for more precise and controlled movements in the hands and fingers. It focuses on developing precise movements and dexterity required for tasks that involve fine motor skills, such as writing, drawing, buttoning a shirt, using utensils, or manipulating small objects.

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Assessment

Occupational therapists evaluate an individual’s fine motor skills and coordination to identify any deficits or difficulties that may impact their ability to engage in daily activities. This assessment helps determine the specific areas of focus and the appropriate interventions needed for improvement.

Goal Setting

Based on the assessment findings and the individual’s goals, occupational therapists establish specific goals related to fine motor coordination. These goals may include improving handwriting legibility, enhancing self-feeding skills, or increasing dexterity for activities like buttoning or using tools.

Intervention Planning

Occupational therapists develop intervention plans tailored to the individual’s needs, considering their specific challenges and goals. Fine motor coordination training is integrated into these plans, alongside other interventions targeting sensory integration, motor planning, visual perception, and functional tasks.

Intervention Techniques

Occupational therapists use a variety of techniques and activities to address fine motor coordination. These may include exercises for strengthening hand muscles, coordination drills, sensory-based activities, bilateral coordination tasks, manipulation of objects with different textures and sizes, and practicing specific fine motor skills relevant to daily activities.

Adaptations and Assistive Devices

In some cases, occupational therapists may recommend and provide adaptive strategies or assistive devices to compensate for fine motor challenges. These may include modified grips for writing tools, utensil adaptations, or tools designed to assist with buttoning, zipping, or manipulating objects.

Home Programs and Education

Occupational therapists collaborate with individuals and their families/caregivers to develop home programs and provide education on activities and exercises that can be continued outside of therapy sessions. This helps reinforce progress and generalize skills to everyday life.

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Phone:
734.542.9770
586.439.6243
586.439.6310

Standard Hours:
Mon. – Fri.
7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Shelby Township:
Mon, Wed, and Fri.
9:00 am – 7:00 pm