Overview

As your child grows and develops, they begin to use hand movements known as fine motor skills to hold, manipulate, and move objects. These hand movements are guided by the eyes and the muscles, joints, bones, and sensations in their hands.

Pediatric rehabilitation can help if your child is having challenges in these areas of development.

Motor coordination

Motor coordination involves coordinating complex movements. This is a skill that improves with time and practice. Children need motor coordination skills to move their body, use their hands, and to talk or eat.

Motor coordination in children