Motor Skills

Definition

Motor skills are abilities that involve physical movement and coordination. They include both gross motor skills (such as walking) and fine motor skills (such as writing).

Related terms

Cerebellum: The cerebellum is a brain structure involved in coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Motor development: Motor development refers to the progression of motor skills from infancy to adulthood.

Apraxia: Apraxia is a neurological disorder characterized by difficulty planning and executing purposeful movements despite having the physical ability to do so.