FINE MOTOR FUNDAMENTALS: THUMB OPPOSITION Thumb opposition is the ability for our thumbs to touch the pads of each of our fingers. This plays an important role in hand function needed for grasp and release patterns. It helps us to maintain an open web space and develop a precision grasp. Thumb opposition is controlled by the CMC (carpal metacarpal joint of the thumb) and relies on strong hand muscles to stabilise the palmar arches of the hand. #finemotorskills #thumbopposition #occupationalthera
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FINE MOTOR FUNDAMENTALS: THUMB OPPOSITION Thumb opposition is the ability for our thumbs to touch the pads of each of our fingers. This plays an important role in hand function needed for grasp and release patterns. It helps us to maintain an open web space and develop a precision grasp. Thumb opposition is controlled by the CMC (carpal metacarpal joint of the thumb) and relies on strong hand muscles to stabilise the palmar arches of the hand. #finemotorskills #thumbopposition #occupationalthera
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Have you used a pickle picker to strengthen and open thumb webspace? It’s one of my favorite therapy bag tips! 🕵️‍♀️ Closed web space occurs when the thumb is squashed up against the side of the index finger during functional tasks. When kids write or color with that web space area squashed shut, it’s a sign of problems. There may be limited dexterity and precision in fine motor tasks when a closed web space is present. Then, as a result, there might be compensating for thumb instability, under
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Why Thumb Opposition & Strengthening Is Important: ✅ Why It Matters: 🔺️FUNCTIONAL GRASP & PRECISION: - 🔸️Thumb opposition (thumb touching other fingers) is critical for holding crayons, zipping jackets, self-feeding, using scissors, and dressing. 🔸️A weak or uncoordinated thumb = poor pencil grip, object dropping, and frustration in fine motor tasks. 🔺️ DEVELOPMENT OF THE PINCER GRASP: - 🔸️Needed for picking up small items, buttoning, and school tasks. 🔸️Without a strong opposing thumb, ki
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