A Thoughtfully Designed Fine Motor Therapy Tool for Clinical Practice
Blossom by Orlando Ely is a hands‑on therapy and activity tool designed to support fine motor skill practice and cognitive engagement for people affected by neurological conditions such as stroke and dementia.
Developed with a focus on purposeful movement, adaptability, and user dignity, Blossom is used by occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and care professionals in both clinical and community settings. It is designed to complement established therapeutic approaches rather than replace professional expertise.
Supporting Fine Motor Therapy Goals
Blossom enables repeated, intentional hand movements through modular, tactile assembly. This makes it suitable for supporting a range of fine motor therapy objectives, including:
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Grasp and release
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Hand‑eye coordination
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Controlled finger movement
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Bilateral hand use (where appropriate)
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Sustained engagement with task‑oriented activity
The activity can be graded by adjusting pace, complexity, and level of assistance, allowing clinicians to align use with individual therapy goals.
Designed to Encourage Meaningful Repetition
Repetition is essential for neurorehabilitation, but engagement often limits adherence. Blossom addresses this by embedding therapeutic movement within a creative, goal‑oriented task.
The assembly of flower‑inspired forms:
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Provides a clear purpose to each movement
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Encourages longer engagement than abstract exercises
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Produces a tangible outcome that reinforces motivation
This can be particularly valuable in outpatient, community, and home‑based rehabilitation contexts.
Application in Stroke Rehabilitation
In stroke rehabilitation, Blossom is commonly used to support:
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Upper‑limb and hand rehabilitation
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Task‑oriented practice
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Ongoing therapy between formal sessions
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Transition from clinic to home‑based recovery
Its non‑digital, low‑barrier design allows it to be introduced early and continued across different stages of recovery, with professional guidance as needed.
Application in Dementia Care
In dementia care settings, Blossom supports:
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Gentle fine motor activity
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Cognitive engagement through sequencing and visual patterns
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Calm, structured participation
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Dignified, adult‑appropriate activity
The focus is on engagement and wellbeing rather than performance, making it suitable for a range of cognitive abilities and care environments.
Suitable for Clinical and Care Settings
Blossom is used in:
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Rehabilitation clinics
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Hospitals and outpatient services
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Care homes and residential settings
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Day‑care and activity programmes
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Home‑based therapy supported by caregivers
It requires no technology, calibration, or setup, making it easy to integrate into existing workflows.
Supporting Caregivers and Continuity of Care
Health professionals often recommend activities for use outside formal therapy sessions. Blossom provides caregivers with a clear, appropriate tool that aligns with professional goals while remaining accessible at home.
This supports:
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Continuity between clinical and home environments
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Improved adherence to recommended activity
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Greater caregiver confidence and involvement
Design Principles Aligned With Professional Practice
Blossom has been developed with the following principles in mind:
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Purposeful, task‑oriented movement
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Adaptability to individual ability
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Non‑infantilising, aesthetic design
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Calm, non‑stimulating engagement
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Respect for user dignity
These principles align with best practice across rehabilitation and care disciplines.
Who Blossom Is For
Blossom may be appropriate for use or recommendation by:
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Occupational therapists
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Physiotherapists
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Rehabilitation specialists
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Dementia care professionals
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Activity coordinators and care teams
Clinical judgement should always guide individual use.