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OBJECTIVE: To describe an adaptive ice skating programme designed by paediatric therapists. METHODS: Twenty-two children, ages 5-12 years, with developmental disabilities participated in this once per week skating programme lasting 6 weeks. Ice skating instructors led the group lessons, while university student coaches provided individualized assistance to the children. The programme was evaluated using a summative evaluation design. Outcomes included participant attendance, incidence of injuries, skating skills and parent and student coach survey data. RESULTS: On average, participants attended 83% of the sessions and one minor injury was reported. Participants' parents were very satisfied with the programme and reported improvements in their child's skating skills, leg strength, endurance, balance, self-esteem/confidence and ability to participate in a group. Student coaches also reported high levels of satisfaction with this programme and reported similar improvements in the children they coached. CONCLUSION: The programme appeared promising, but may require minor modifications.
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Niños con Discapacidad , Evaluación de Programas y Proyectos de Salud , Patinación , Niño , Preescolar , Servicios de Salud Comunitaria , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Proyectos Piloto , Juego e Implementos de Juego , Equipos de Seguridad , Autoimagen , Encuestas y CuestionariosRESUMEN
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to provide paediatric rehabilitation providers with a review of self-report physical function outcome measures that have been used for children with spinal cord injury (SCI). REVIEW PROCESS: A literature review was conducted to identify self-report physical function measures for children with SCI. Further searching of reference lists and textbooks was also completed. OUTCOMES: Eight measures were identified, but limitations exist in these current tools. There are few reports of psychometrics, in addition to a lack of accommodation for wheelchair use, limited item content for supported ambulation and minimal variation in content for a wide age-range. CONCLUSION: A comprehensive yet practical self-report measure applicable for all ages with items suitable for a child with a complete or incomplete injury is needed. The best means to achieve effective and efficient outcome monitoring may be computerized adaptive testing.