Sammons Preston Therapeutic Manipulator

Features of Sammons Preston Therapeutic Manipulator

• Move the giant knob to the left or right and more cartoon sounds can be heard
• Push the green button for a soothing tune
• Therapeutic Manipulator has wedge base can be removed
• Can be mounted
• Dimensions: 12" x 14" x 3"
• Requires 4 C and 4 AA Batteries (not included)

Why is Gross Motor Development Important?

• Gross motor skills are a person's capabilities that let them do tasks requiring large muscles in their torso, arms, and legs.
• Additionally, they include overall body movements.
• Gross Motor Skills Activities are used for almost all kinds of physical activities and are of great importance.
• Most people can use these skills very easily and automatically.
• However, gross motor skills are way more complex than they might seem.
• Gross Motor Development requires fine coordination of muscles and neurological system.
• They are responsible for enhanced balance and coordination. Subsequently, they lay the foundation for fine motor skills crucial to making small moves like holding a cup or a pencil.
• Gross motor skills are connected to other abilities too. These involve:
  • Balance and Coordination
  • Centre of Gravity and Body Awareness
  • Physical Strength
  • Reflexes and Reaction Time