🗞️ By indiaherald Staff Writer
📍 Report from khammam | Awareness Series | In Association with Pinnacleblooms.org
✋ “My Son Couldn’t Hold a Spoon, Let Alone a Pencil”
When 4-year-old chaitanya started preschool in khammam, his teacher called his mother aside.
“He doesn’t sit. Doesn’t follow instructions. Can’t hold a crayon. He screams when we clap.”
His parents feared something was wrong — maybe behavior, maybe attention.
But what he really needed was something they’d never heard of: Pediatric Occupational Therapy.
🧠 What Is Occupational Therapy for Kids?
It’s not just for improving handwriting or fine motor skills.
Occupational Therapy (OT) helps children develop the physical, sensory, emotional, and coordination skills needed for:
- Dressing, eating, toileting
- Sitting still in class
- Using both hands in play and tasks
- Managing sound, touch, texture sensitivity
- Improving focus, regulation, and independence
🔬 Why It’s Rising in Demand – Especially Post-Pandemic
Across towns like khammam, Pinnacle® therapists are seeing a spike in:
- Sensory issues: kids who cover their ears, can’t tolerate touch
- Motor delays: difficulty with grasping, balance, coordination
- Routine struggles: tantrums when brushing teeth, changing clothes
- School breakdowns: kids labeled “naughty” or “unmanageable”
📊 AbilityScore©® Shows It Clearly – And Early
When chaitanya was screened at Pinnacle’s khammam center, his AbilityScore©® revealed:
- Fine Motor Skills: Red Zone (430/1000)
- Emotional Regulation: Yellow Zone
- Sensory Processing: Red Zone
- School Readiness: Yellow Zone
“We were heartbroken. But we finally knew why everyday things felt like battles.”
🤖 TherapeuticAI©® Mapped the Solution
Pinnacle’s TherapeuticAI©®, the world’s first autism-centric AI engine, built a real-time therapy roadmap for Chaitanya:
- 3 sessions/week of sensory-integration OT
- Emotional outburst control modules
- Parallel parent coaching
- AbilityScore® tracking every 2 weeks
🎯 After 6 weeks:
- His Fine Motor Score moved from 430 → 690 (Yellow Zone)
- He now brushes his teeth independently
- He claps with joy — instead of screaming at noise
🌍 Autism Awareness Month: Let’s Talk OT
In April, the world talks about autism. But many still don’t realize that OT is often the first step to helping children with autism live more independently.
Pinnacle® invites all families in khammam this month for Free AbilityScore©® screenings and personalized reports using TherapeuticAI©®.
Because the earlier we act, the stronger the outcome.
💬 What khammam parents Are Saying
🗣️ “I thought OT was for hand strength. Now I know it’s the reason my daughter can wear clothes without crying.”
– Bhavana, Mother of a 3.8-year-old
🗣️ “We almost gave up. Pinnacle helped us understand, plan, and transform our child’s life.”
– Kumar, father from khammam East
📞 Book Your Free Occupational Therapy Screening in Khammam
📞 Call the National Autism Helpline: 9100 181 181
🌐 www.Pinnacleblooms.org
📍 Pinnacle® khammam Center & Nearby Branches
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult qualified professionals for personalized care.
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