Bilateral Coordination

(Physical Therapy) The ability to use both sides of your body at the same time and making them do the same or opposite thing.

(Occupational Therapy) Bilateral coordination is described as using both sides of the body (arms and/or legs) to complete an activity or task. Occupational therapists address bilateral coordination as it relates to an individual's daily activities. Some examples of tasks requiring bilateral coordination include: holding food while cutting with a knife, crawling on the floor while playing with toys, holding a backpack while pulling the zipper, stabilizing a cup while pouring a beverage.

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