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Foot-Ground Interaction during Standing in Individuals with Down Syndrome: a Longitudinal Retrospective Study.

Authors :
Galli, Manuela
Cimolin, Veronica
Condoluci, Claudia
Pau, Massimiliano
Leban, Bruno
Albertini, Giorgio
Source :
Journal of Developmental & Physical Disabilities. Dec2016, Vol. 28 Issue 6, p835-847. 13p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The article discusses the longitudinal retrospective study regarding the interaction of foot and ground on individual with down syndrome when standing, wherein it states the hypotonia and ligament laxity as the characteristic features. It mentions the use of pedobarography inassessing thirteen participants with DS in a time range of 17 years, from childhood to adulthood and compare them to healthy participants.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1056263X
Volume :
28
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Developmental & Physical Disabilities
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
119283345
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10882-016-9513-1