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Developmental delays, neurological disorders, low muscle tone, or poor coordination can all cause delays or challenges in a child’s gross motor development. Children can improve their functional movement and acquire these abilities with the aid of occupational therapy.<\/p>\n

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    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEnhance the muscle stamina and strength needed for posture and mobility.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPromote bilateral coordination, which is the efficient use of both sides of the body.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”219″ img_size=”full” el_class=”round-pic” parallax_scroll=”no”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”gradient-bg” mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_gradient_switch=”no” woodmart_disable_overflow=”0″ css=”.vc_custom_1770461061711{padding-top: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/12″ mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_sticky_column=”false” parallax_scroll=”no” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ mobile_bg_img_hidden=”no” tablet_bg_img_hidden=”no” woodmart_parallax=”0″ woodmart_sticky_column=”false” parallax_scroll=”no” mobile_reset_margin=”no” tablet_reset_margin=”no”][vc_column_text text_larger=”yes” el_class=”service-last-txt”]<\/p>\n

    Jumping, running, climbing, throwing and catching balls, obstacle courses, balancing exercises, and outdoor play are examples of play-based therapy activities. These exercises give kids an enjoyable and inspiring way to learn big motions.<\/p>\n

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