Why might clothing with Velcro closures or elastic shoelaces help a child with cerebral palsy?

In the context of occupational therapy, clothing with Velcro closures or elastic shoelaces is used as an adaptation to help a child with cerebral palsy overcome specific challenges in daily activities.

Because children with cerebral palsy may experience limitations in movement and coordination, they often struggle with the fine motor skills required for traditional dressing tasks, such as tying laces or manipulating small buttons. By adapting the activity through the use of easier-to-fasten closures, an occupational therapist can help the child perform the task more efficiently, thereby increasing their independence and ability to participate in self-care routines.1