The Infant Motor Profile

The "Infant Motor Profile" is a practical guide that introduces a modern, evidence-based approach to evaluating infant motor behavior. Unlike traditional methods that only focus on milestone achievement, this book emphasizes the quality of an infant's movements. It offers valuable insights for professionals working with infants who may be at risk for developmental issues, focusing on five key areas: variation, adaptability, symmetry, fluency, and overall performance. Supported by comprehensive, up-to-date research, the manual includes percentile curves to help professionals accurately assess and interpret infants' motor abilities. This profiling helps in understanding an infant's current developmental state and potential risks, allowing for personalized early interventions that leverage the child's unique strengths and address their weaknesses. Over time, this method serves as an excellent tool for tracking developmental progress. Richly illustrated and supplemented by an online resource containing over 100 video clips, "Infant Motor Profile" is an essential resource for professionals in developmental pediatrics, such as pediatric physiotherapists, occupational therapists, developmental pediatricians, neuropaediatricians, and pediatric physiatrists.