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What is dyspraxia & how is it treated?

Dyspraxia, also known as developmental coordination disorder (DCD), is a chronic condition that begins in childhood that causes difficulties with motor (movement) skills and coordination. Dyspraxia can cause a wide range of issues with movement and coordination.

What is dyspraxia & how does it affect children?

Dyspraxia is a common neurological or brain-based disorder that affects movement and coordination. Between 6 to 10% of children have some form of dyspraxia. The condition can affect fine motor skills or gross motor skills, or both. Fine motor skills involve using the fingers to do tasks, such as tying shoelaces or preparing food.

Can occupational therapy help a child with dyspraxia?

Dyspraxia, also known as developmental coordination disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition that begins in childhood that makes it difficult to perform motor skills. It also causes issues with coordination. While there’s no cure, occupational therapy can greatly help children with dyspraxia learn ways to overcome these challenges.

Can a low birth weight cause dyspraxia?

Any issue in this process could potentially lead to difficulties with movement and coordination (dyspraxia). Researchers aren’t sure of the exact cause of dyspraxia. But being born pre-term (before 37 weeks of pregnancy) and having a low birth weight put children at higher risk for having dyspraxia.