Samuel W Logan1, Hsiang-Han Huang, Kylee Stahlin, James C Galloway. 1. Pediatric Mobility Lab and Design Studio, Department of Physical Therapy (Ms Stahlin and Drs Logan and Galloway), University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware; Department of Occupational Therapy and Graduate Institute of Behavioral Sciences (Dr Huang), Chang Gung University, Kwei-Shan Tao-Yuan, Taiwan; Biomechanics and Movement Sciences Program (Dr Galloway), University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware.
Abstract
PURPOSE: Before the onset of walking, children with Down syndrome experience limited mobility yet are never considered candidates for traditional powered mobility devices. The purpose of this single-case study is to quantify the feasibility and family perceptions of including modified ride-on car use as an option for increasing daily mobility, socialization, and fun for a child with Down syndrome. METHODS: A 13-month-old child, Natalie, and her family were video recorded during the 28-week study using her ride-on car in their home and community. RESULTS: Natalie demonstrated and her family reported increased movement, mobility, and socialization over the study period. CONCLUSIONS: Ride-on car use appears feasible, fun, and functional to increase daily mobility for pediatric populations working toward independent walking.
PURPOSE: Before the onset of walking, children with Down syndrome experience limited mobility yet are never considered candidates for traditional powered mobility devices. The purpose of this single-case study is to quantify the feasibility and family perceptions of including modified ride-on car use as an option for increasing daily mobility, socialization, and fun for a child with Down syndrome. METHODS: A 13-month-old child, Natalie, and her family were video recorded during the 28-week study using her ride-on car in their home and community. RESULTS: Natalie demonstrated and her family reported increased movement, mobility, and socialization over the study period. CONCLUSIONS: Ride-on car use appears feasible, fun, and functional to increase daily mobility for pediatric populations working toward independent walking.
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