Occupational Therapist for Serious Handwriting Problems

If a child in second grade is having an extreme handwriting problem, it would very likely be appropriate to suggest that this child be seen by an occupational therapist.
Occupational-therapy services can often be provided within the school setting, by the school district, if the problem is determined to be educationally relevant. There are also many private practitioners in the field. When a child displays handwriting difficulties, issues such as overall fine-motor coordination, posture, upper-body strength and visual motor skills might also need to be addressed. A good therapist will both work with a child and prescribe a home program for reinforcement of new skills. -- Occupational Therapist
Answer: Thank you. The services of an occupational therapist can be very helpful for children with serious handwriting problems.