Touching the thumb to the tips of the other fingers. This movement creates a rounded hand shape necessary for grasping a ball, holding a pencil, or managing zippers.
Squeezing clothespins, picking up coins, finger-to-thumb tapping songs, and rolling small balls of playdough all give the thumb practice moving toward the fingertips.
While these activities are great for home practice, nothing replaces the guidance of a licensed therapist. If you are in Irvine, CA or the Orange County area and have concerns about your child's Thumb Opposition, we invite you to connect with us.
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