Get to Know the Cause for Your Child

Children with intellectual disabilities, mental retardation, autism, and cerebral palsy often encounter significant challenges in gross motor activities and mobility, which involve the coordination and control of large muscle groups, due to cognitive limitations, sensory sensitivities, and physical impairments. These difficulties can stem from various factors related to their specific conditions. This can manifest as challenges in activities requiring coordination, such as catching or throwing a ball, riding a bike, or navigating playground equipment.

For children with intellectual disabilities and mental retardation, limitations in cognitive processing may affect their ability to understand and execute movements effectively. They may struggle with tasks such as walking, running, jumping, and balancing, making it challenging to participate in physical activities alongside their peers.

Children with autism may struggle with motor planning and coordination as well as lack of social skills, while those with cerebral palsy may experience muscle stiffness or weakness. Addressing these challenges requires tailored interventions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and adaptive equipment to help improve gross motor skills, mobility, and overall physical functioning. Children with cerebral palsy face additional physical barriers, such as muscle stiffness, weakness, or involuntary movements, which can affect their balance, coordination, and overall mobility. Simple actions like standing, walking, or climbing stairs may require significant effort and support.