Motor Behavior in Down Syndrome: Atypical Sensoriomotor Control

Carvalho, Regiane Luz; Vasconcelos, Délcia Adami

doi:10.5772/18539

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“…Also, a reduction in grey matter volume within the cerebellum, frontal lobes, and the hippocampus, as well as a decrease in white matter volume in the left cerebellum and frontal and parietal lobes in individuals with DS explains the connection between low levels of EF outcomes and poorer motor skills, and vice versa [65]. Additionally, individuals with DS displayed abnormal sensorimotor integration or a compromised somatosensory system, which plays a crucial role in EF development [66].…”

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Motor Skills and Executive Functions in Pediatric Patients with Down Syndrome: A Challenge for Tailoring Physical Activity Interventions

Vandoni,

Giuriato,

Pirazzi

et al. 2023

Pediatric Reports

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Down syndrome (DS) is one of the most common chromosomal disorders. In addition to this variety of dysmorphic features. DS is also associated with a wide range of diseases and related comorbidities affecting different organs and systems. These comorbidities, together with societal and environmental influences, have a negative impact on physical activity in people with DS. Low levels of physical activity and energy expenditure have been identified as crucial players in worsening the acquisition of motor skills and executive functions. Executive functions are critical for the many skills (creativity, flexibility, self-control, and discipline) impacting our quality of life and make it possible to control impulses, mentally play with ideas, and stay focused. We proposed a broad overview of the available literature regarding motor skills and executive functions in pediatric patients with DS to understand the specific challenges for tailoring physical activity interventions. Motor skill interventions are effective in improving motor competence and performance on cognitive, emotional, and physical aspects in children with DS. Interventions based on executive functions in DS subjects are effective to contrast the cognitive decline and improve the everyday use of executive functions in youth and adults. Targeted interventions are mandatory for maximizing the benefits of physical activity, minimizing potential risks, and ultimately improving the overall health outcomes and quality of life for individuals with DS.

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“…This test assesses cognitive flexibility, rule acquisition, and reversal learning. It is often used to evaluate executive function and cognitive skills in various populations, including individuals with DS [66]. The IED test can be administered in subjects from 4 to 64 years of age [77].…”

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Motor Skills and Executive Functions in Pediatric Patients with Down Syndrome: A Challenge for Tailoring Physical Activity Interventions

Vandoni,

Giuriato,

Pirazzi

et al. 2023

Pediatric Reports

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Absolute Variability and Relative Reliability of the Timed Standing Balance Test in Children With Down Syndrome

Aranha

Panicker²,

Samuel

2015

RPF

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Background: Reliability of an instrument or clinical test should be known in the field of rehabilitation medicine. But the reliability of most of clinical test to be used among pediatric population with disabilities is yet to be known. One among them is the timed standing balance test. Aim: To determine the minimal detectable change at 95% confidence (MDC95) for the static and dynamic standing balance test in children with Down syndrome (DS). Methods: A sample of nine (09) children with DS, aged between 8 and 17 years were recruited randomly from the recognized special school. Children with DS who were able to understand and obey simple commands were selected and noted their anthropometric measurements. Standing balance was assessed using timed unipedal stance on a hard floor for static and on foam with uniform density for dynamic balance. Standing balance was assessed thrice with an interval of minimum two (02) days in four conditions, Eyes Open Static (EOS), Eyes Closed Static (ECS), Eyes Open Dynamic (EOD) and Eyes Closed Dynamic (ECD) to estimate test retest reliability, Intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Then standard error of measure (SEM) and minimal detectable change (MDC95) was calculated. Results: Test retest reliability in four conditions, EOS, ECS, EOD and ECD are ICC = 0.93, 0.91, 0.92 and 0.91 respectively while 1.27 s, 1.63 s, 0.58 s and 0.61 s are the MDC95 required in four conditions. Conclusion: Absolute variability and relative reliability of the timed standing balance test in children with DS have been established.

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Effect of Aquatic Program Therapy on Dynamic Balance in Down’s Syndrome Children

Hamed¹,

Osama²,

Azab³

2016

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Motor Behavior in Down Syndrome: Atypical Sensoriomotor Control

Cited by 4 publications

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Motor Skills and Executive Functions in Pediatric Patients with Down Syndrome: A Challenge for Tailoring Physical Activity Interventions

Motor Skills and Executive Functions in Pediatric Patients with Down Syndrome: A Challenge for Tailoring Physical Activity Interventions

Absolute Variability and Relative Reliability of the Timed Standing Balance Test in Children With Down Syndrome

Effect of Aquatic Program Therapy on Dynamic Balance in Down’s Syndrome Children

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