Motor Skills Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of fine and gross motor skills development in children
Areas of Motor Skills Assessment
Our comprehensive motor skills assessment evaluates all aspects of your child's physical development and coordination abilities.
Fine Motor Skills
Assessment of small muscle movements and hand-eye coordination
Skills Evaluated:
- Pincer grasp and finger dexterity
- Hand-eye coordination
- Bilateral coordination
- Scissor skills and cutting
- Pencil grasp and writing readiness
- Buttoning, zipping, and dressing skills
- Manipulation of small objects
- Visual-motor integration
Gross Motor Skills
Evaluation of large muscle movements and whole-body coordination
Skills Evaluated:
- Balance and postural control
- Running, jumping, and hopping
- Climbing and descending stairs
- Throwing and catching skills
- Kicking and ball skills
- Coordination and rhythm
- Spatial awareness
- Core strength and stability
Sensory Motor Integration
Assessment of how sensory input affects motor responses
Skills Evaluated:
- Sensory processing abilities
- Proprioceptive awareness
- Vestibular system function
- Tactile discrimination
- Sensory modulation
- Motor planning (praxis)
- Body awareness
- Sensory-motor coordination
Our Assessment Process
A thorough, multi-component evaluation designed to provide a complete picture of your child's motor development.
Developmental History
30-45 minutesComprehensive review of motor milestones, developmental concerns, and family history.
Standardized Motor Tests
60-90 minutesAdministration of validated assessment tools to measure fine and gross motor abilities.
Clinical Observation
45-60 minutesStructured observation of motor skills during play and functional activities.
Sensory Assessment
30-45 minutesEvaluation of sensory processing and its impact on motor performance.
Functional Skills Evaluation
30-40 minutesAssessment of daily living skills and school-related motor tasks.
Environmental Assessment
20-30 minutesReview of home and school environments for motor skill support opportunities.
Motor Skills Developmental Milestones
Understanding typical motor development helps identify when additional support may be beneficial.
12-18 months
- Walks independently
- Climbs on furniture
- Stacks 2-3 blocks
- Uses pincer grasp
- Scribbles with crayon
- Drinks from cup independently
18-24 months
- Runs with coordination
- Kicks ball forward
- Stacks 4-6 blocks
- Turns pages of book
- Uses spoon with some spillage
- Removes simple clothing
2-3 years
- Jumps with both feet
- Pedals tricycle
- Stacks 8-10 blocks
- Uses scissors with help
- Draws vertical lines
- Buttons large buttons
3-4 years
- Hops on one foot
- Catches large ball
- Cuts along straight line
- Draws simple shapes
- Dresses with minimal help
- Uses fork and knife
4-5 years
- Skips with alternating feet
- Rides bicycle with training wheels
- Cuts out simple shapes
- Writes name legibly
- Ties shoes
- Uses tools appropriately
When to Seek Assessment
Early identification of motor skill concerns allows for timely intervention and support.
Fine Motor Concerns
Signs to Watch For:
- Difficulty holding crayon or pencil
- Poor scissor skills for age
- Avoids drawing or writing tasks
- Difficulty with buttons or zippers
- Poor hand-eye coordination
- Weak grip strength
Gross Motor Concerns
Signs to Watch For:
- Frequent falls or clumsiness
- Difficulty with stairs
- Poor balance or coordination
- Avoids playground activities
- Difficulty with ball skills
- Low muscle tone or strength
Sensory Motor Concerns
Signs to Watch For:
- Over or under-responsive to touch
- Difficulty with motor planning
- Poor body awareness
- Sensory seeking behaviors
- Difficulty with transitions
- Poor attention during motor tasks
Evidence-Based Intervention Strategies
Our occupational therapy programs are tailored to your child's specific motor development needs and goals.
Fine Motor Development
Targeted interventions to improve hand skills and coordination.
Key Techniques:
- Hand strengthening exercises
- Pincer grasp activities
- Scissor skills training
- Writing readiness programs
- Bilateral coordination tasks
- Visual-motor integration activities
- Dressing and self-care skills
- Play-based fine motor tasks
Gross Motor Enhancement
Interventions to improve large muscle coordination and strength.
Key Techniques:
- Balance and coordination training
- Core strengthening exercises
- Ball skills development
- Obstacle course activities
- Rhythm and timing exercises
- Spatial awareness training
- Postural control activities
- Playground skills development
Sensory Integration Therapy
Interventions to improve sensory processing and motor responses.
Key Techniques:
- Sensory diet implementation
- Proprioceptive input activities
- Vestibular stimulation
- Tactile discrimination training
- Sensory modulation strategies
- Motor planning exercises
- Body awareness activities
- Environmental modifications
Adaptive Strategies
Environmental modifications and assistive tools to support motor function.
Key Techniques:
- Ergonomic equipment recommendations
- Adaptive writing tools
- Environmental modifications
- Assistive technology
- Task simplification strategies
- Visual and verbal cues
- Routine and schedule adaptations
- Home and school accommodations
Why Choose Our Motor Skills Assessment?
Our experienced occupational therapists provide comprehensive assessments that lead to effective intervention and improved motor outcomes.
Licensed Therapists
Certified occupational therapists with specialized training in pediatric motor development.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough assessment covering fine motor, gross motor, and sensory-motor integration.
Play-Based Therapy
Engaging, play-based interventions that make motor skill development fun and effective.
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