Dyspraxia
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Dyspraxia is a difficulty in the coordination and planning of movements that is not explained by muscle weakness. It becomes noticeable when organizing and carrying out everyday motor gestures, and is usually identified during childhood development.
How it may be noticed: clumsiness when moving, difficulty with activities such as buttoning clothes, writing, or using utensils, and problems coordinating steps in tasks with several stages.
In speech: some forms affect the coordination of the movements needed to speak, which alters pronunciation.
Who evaluates it? The pediatrician can detect the first signs in development, and the speech therapist provides support when there are difficulties with speech and oral coordination. If a child shows persistent clumsiness or problems with coordination, discussing it with a professional makes it possible to support them better.
Data on 94 doctors who treat dyspraxia
Which specialist treats dyspraxia?
Dyspraxia, a disorder that affects movement coordination, is addressed by a speech-language therapist, a specialist who can support related speech and motor coordination difficulties. You can find this specialist to follow up on your child's care.
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Doctors specialized in dyspraxia
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Dr. Isaac Chicurel Levin
Dr. Karina Chavez Angeles
Dr. Edgar Allan del Valle Villafuerte
Dr. Julia Gaspar Villarias
Dr. Braian Manuel Ortiz Campos
Dr. Esperanza Lomas Jaramillo
Dr. Gabriela Zarco Aguilar
Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez Romero
Dr. Ana Gabriela Uribe Navarrete
Dr. Adriana García Sosa
Dr. Gabriela Arreola Ramírez
Dr. Raul Vargas Gomez
Dr. Jorge Vazquez Herrera
Frequently asked questions
What is dyspraxia?
Dyspraxia is a difficulty in the coordination and planning of movements that is not explained by muscle weakness. It becomes noticeable when organizing and carrying out everyday motor gestures, and is usually identified during childhood development.
Which doctor treats dyspraxia?
Dyspraxia, a disorder that affects movement coordination, is addressed by a speech-language therapist, a specialist who can support related speech and motor coordination difficulties. You can find this specialist to follow up on your child's care.