Modified Ride-on Car for Mobility and Socialization: Single-Case Study of an Infant With Down Syndrome

作者：Logan Samuel W^*; Huang Hsiang Han; Stahlin Kylee; Galloway James C

来源：Pediatric Physical Therapy, 2014, 26(4): 418-426.

DOI：10.1097/PEP.0000000000000070

• automobiles
• Down syndrome
• equipment design
• female
• infant
• mobility limitation
• parent education
• physical therapy modalities/instrumentation
• play and playthings
• self-help devices
• single-subject research design
• socialization
• social values
• treatment outcome

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.

• 出版日期2014
• 单位长春大学