Pediatric Therapy for Dyspraxia in Buford, GA
Does your child struggle with coordination, daily tasks, or learning new skills? These challenges can make it hard for your child to play with their friends, participate in school, or even take care of their own needs. But the good news is that occupational therapy can help with evidence-based and fun treatment.
Our expert pediatric therapists at TLC Therapy Services take a family-centered approach that makes therapy fun, engaging, and effective. We have the tools and experience to help your child build their movement skills for a lifetime of exploration and play.
What Is Dyspraxia?
Dyspraxia, sometimes called Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is a condition that affects a child’s ability to plan out and coordinate their movements. This can make everyday activities like tying shoes, writing, or even walking a challenge.
In addition to challenges with movement, dyspraxia can cause children to struggle with cognitive (thinking) skills, such as planning out a sequence of actions or paying attention.
Common Symptoms of Dyspraxia
There are a wide variety of symptoms of dyspraxia that can range from mild to more pronounced. Some common symptoms include:
- Difficulty with fine motor skills like writing, self-feeding, or buttoning clothes
- Problems with gross motor skills, such as running, jumping, or balancing
- Clumsiness or frequent tripping and falling
- Challenges with hand-eye coordination
- Struggles with organization and planning
- Low self-confidence in physical activities or social situations due to movement challenges
- Poor or unusual posture
What Causes Dyspraxia?
The exact cause of dyspraxia is not yet known. However, it is more common in boys than in girls. There are also some risk factors that can increase a child’s risk of developing a coordination disorder like dyspraxia, including premature birth, low birth weight, and family history.
How Our Pediatric Therapists Can Treat Dyspraxia
At TLC Therapy Services, we specialize in helping children with dyspraxia overcome movement challenges to reach their full potential. We focus on building foundational skills and improving confidence so that children can succeed in their daily lives. We’ll start with a thorough assessment to determine your child’s specific strengths and challenges. Then we’ll create a treatment plan that may include:
- Physical Activities: to improve coordination, balance, and motor skills for safer and more effective movement
- Exercises: to build muscle strength, flexibility, dexterity, etc. to support physical activities
- Task-Oriented Interventions: to help your child find easier ways to handle daily tasks they struggle with
- Parent Education: to give you the strategies you need to support your child’s progress at home
Schedule an Evaluation Today
If your child is showing signs of dyspraxia, early intervention can make all the difference. And our experts at TLC Therapy Services are ready to help.
Give us a call at (770) 696-6649 to schedule an evaluation with our pediatric occupational therapists today. Together, we’ll help your child gain the tools and skills they need to overcome their challenges for a lifetime of successful movement.