Core for Kids?

 Core Work?  For Kids?

 

Does your child have difficulty with the following?

·         Sitting still?

·         Handwriting skills?

·         Poor attention?

·         Slouching?

·         Struggling with playing ball games and riding a bike?

 

One possible issue is poor core strength. 

What is core strength?

Core strength refers to the deep postural muscles that support and hold one’s torso or trunk.  These muscles allow one to stay balanced and maintain an upright posture for extended periods of time.  We all use core muscles to sit still in one spot and to keep ourselves still and upright for handwriting and desk tasks. 

Core strength is related to learning?

You bet it is!  Kids who struggle with core strength often move around a lot.  Holding one’s body in place without the proper muscle strength is difficult.  This makes desk tasks difficult.  Things like handwriting and attention may suffer. 

How does building core strength help?

Young children with clinical levels of low tone (muscle weakness) and poor coordination can benefit from intervention with a professional.  Occupational therapists can help children with low tone.  Using fun and novel activities our occupational therapists help children develop the strength they need to be better prepared for what their days may bring!