My child is clumsy, trips, drops things, bumps into people
Your child trips over flat ground, drops cups and cutlery, knocks items off tables without noticing, struggles to catch a thrown ball, and cannot keep up in sports at school.
What this could mean
Persistent clumsiness beyond preschool can indicate Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD, also called dyspraxia), weak motor planning, poor proprioception, or a combination of all three. Bright children can mask this for a while by avoiding physical tasks.
What to do next
A paediatric OT can screen for DCD using standardised tests (like the Movement ABC). Therapy focuses on motor planning, core strength and task-specific practice, swimming, cycling and ball sports all improve steadily with the right coaching.
Related OT services & conditions
Paediatric Occupational Therapy
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Developmental Coordination Disorder
DCD affects 5–6% of school-aged children. They trip often, struggle with handwriting, and avoid sports. It is not laziness. Occupational therapy builds the motor planning skills your child needs. Search Malaysia's #1 dedicated OT directory for DCD-experienced therapists across all 16 states.
Cerebral Palsy (OT)
Your child has cerebral palsy. You want them to feed themselves, dress themselves, sit in class, and play with friends. Occupational therapy builds those exact skills, one achievable goal at a time. Find a CP-experienced OT near you in Malaysia's #1 dedicated OT directory.