Ability to move around and manipulate the environment
Motor development refers to the development of a child’s bones and muscles the child’s ability to move around and manipulate the environment.
Motor development can be divided into gross motor development (involving the larger muscles) and fine motor development (involving the small muscles of the body).
Recommendation(s)
Ability to move around and manipulate the environment
R16
Developmental milestones should be closely monitored.
Our publications
A CLOSER LOOK AT POSTURAL CONTROL
Occupational Therapy and CdLS: Building on Strengths for a Lifetime
CdLS and Physical Therapy
Developmental Skills Chart
Motor Development
A Closer Look at Orthopaedic Issues
DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN WITH CdLS
Older Individuals with CdLS
Adapted Physical Education
Orthopaedic Issues in CdLS
CdLS Walking and Orthopaedic Issues
