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PURPOSE: To develop an instruction manual to administer the Motor Assessment Scale (MAS) via videoconferencing (Tele-MAS), investigate its validity, reliability and measurement error. MATERIALS AND METHODS: In-person assessment, conducted at the participant's home, was compared to remote assessment conducted by rater A. Then, within two days, the rater B, repeat the remote assessment (n = 41). Part of the sample (n = 10) was assessed again within seven days by rater A to determine test-retest reliability. Concurrent validity, agreement of alternate forms (in-person x remote) for total score and reliability of individual items were analyzed using respectively the Pearson correlation coefficient, Bland-Altman plots and weighted Kappa (Kw). Interrater and test-retest reliability were analyzed by Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC). Standard Error of Measurement (SEM) and Minimal detectable changes (MDC) were computed. RESULTS: The Tele-MAS instruction manual was developed. In-person MAS and Tele-MAS present a high positive correlation (r = 0.97). Bland-Altman plots showed adequate agreement (MD=-0.0 point). Most Individual items showed excellent reliability (Kw > 0.70). Tele-MAS showed excellent interrater (ICC(2,1)=0.92) and test-retest (ICC(3,1)=0.98) reliability. Tele-MAS presents a SEM = 3% and MDC = 8%. CONCLUSION: The Tele-MAS is a valid and reliable global motor assessment scale to be applied in individuals after stroke.

The validity and reliability of Motor Assessment Scale (MAS) by videoconferencing was determined for post-stroke individuals.MAS in-person and Tele-MAS present a high positive correlation, and the Tele-MAS present an excellent reliability.A motor assessment based on a task-oriented approach the Tele-MAS may be used in telerehabilitation for post-stroke individuals.

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Several protocols for motor assessment have been validated for use on smartphones and could be employed by public healthcare systems to monitor motor functional losses in populations, particularly those with lower income levels. In addition to being cost-effective and widely distributed across populations of varying income levels, the use of smartphones in motor assessment offers a range of advantages that could be leveraged by governments, especially in developing and poorer countries. Some topics related to potential interventions should be considered by healthcare managers before initiating the implementation of such a digital intervention.

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OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to investigate the validity, reliability, and measurement error of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) when it was remotely administered by videoconferencing (Tele-FMA) and to describe barriers to remote administration of the FMA. METHODS: Forty-five participants who had strokes and had a smartphone or laptop computer with a camera and internet access were included. An in-person assessment was compared with a remote assessment in 11 participants, and 34 participants completed only the remote assessment. Rater 1 (R1) remotely administered, recorded, and scored the items of the FMA, after which the recording was forwarded to be scored by Rater 2. At least 7 days later, R1 rated the videorecording of the remote assessment a second time for the evaluation of intrarater reliability. In-person assessment was completed by R1 at the participant's home. Criterion validity was analyzed using the Bland-Altman limits of agreement, and convergent validity was analyzed using Spearman correlation coefficient. The intrarater and interrater reliability was analyzed using the intraclass correlation coefficient, and individual items were analyzed using the weighted kappa. The standard error of measurement and minimal detectable change were calculated to evaluate the measurement error. RESULTS: Bland-Altman plots showed adequate agreement of in-person FMA and tele-FMA. A moderate positive correlation was found between Tele-FMA lower extremity (LE) scores and step test results, and a strong positive correlation was found between Tele-FMA-upper extremity (UE) and Stroke Impact Scale hand function domain. Significant and excellent (0.96 ≤ ICC ≤ 0.99) interrater and intrarater reliabilities of the Tele-FMA, Tele-FMA-UE, and tele-FMA-LE were found. Regarding the individual items, most showed excellent reliability (weighted kappa > 0.70). The standard error of measurement for both reliabilities was small (≤3.1 points). The minimal detectable change with 95% CI for both the Tele-FMA and Tele-FMA-UE was 2.5 points, whereas it was 1.3 points for the Tele-FMA-LE. CONCLUSION: Tele-FMA has excellent intrarater and interrater reliability and should be considered as a valid measurement. IMPACT: The FMA is widely used in clinical practice. However, the measurement properties of the remote version applied by videoconferencing were unknown. This study's results demonstrate the validity and reliability of the Tele-FMA for assessing poststroke motor impairment remotely via videoconferencing. The Tele-FMA may be used to implement telerehabilitation in clinical practice.

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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the predictive relationship between early trajectories of postural and head control during a pull-to-sit task and later autism diagnostic and developmental outcomes. STUDY DESIGN: Using a prospective longitudinal design, postural skills of 100 infants at elevated and low familial likelihood of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) were evaluated using a pull-to-sit task monthly from age 1 month to 6 months. At age 24 months, infants were seen for a developmental and diagnostic evaluation completed by examiners masked to participant group. Latent growth curve models were used to compare early trajectories of pull-to-sit performance in infants later diagnosed with ASD and typically developing infants and to predict developmental outcomes. RESULTS: Pull-to-sit trajectories did not differ in infants with an elevated likelihood of ASD or infants with ASD compared with low-likelihood and typically developing infants, but infants with ASD were more likely to exhibit a head lag by age 4 months. In addition, pull-to-sit trajectories were predictive of social and speech skills 2 years later. CONCLUSIONS: These findings highlight the link between very early pull-to-sit skills and later social and language outcomes. Atypical postural development and persistent presence of head lag may be important early indicators of social and language vulnerabilities, including ASD.

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The Peabody Developmental Motor Scales-Second Edition (PDMS-2) is a valid and reliable instrument used in several countries, including Brazil, to assess gross and fine motor skills and identify motor deficits and eligibility for intervention for children with and without disabilities. However, the analysis of PDMS-2 items regarding the unidimensionality of the model, order of item difficulty, and whether the items portray the children's developmental trajectories still lacks investigation. Therefore, this study aims to: (1) analyze the unidimensionality of PDMS-2, (2) verify the model's capacity to explain the variance in the motor function responses, and (3) identify the level of difficulty of the items for Brazilian children. Children (n = 637; 51% girls) newborn to 71 months (M age = 21.7, SD = 18.6) were assessed using the PDMS-2. The Rasch analysis was conducted; the indexes of infit and outfit, and the point-biserial correlations coefficient were analyzed. The model unidimensionality was investigated using percentages of variance in the Rasch model (40% of variance). Results indicated that (1) for reflexes subscale, 62.5% of the items had correlations with the factor above 0.60, and two items had unadjusted infit and outfit; (2) for stationary subscale, 83.3% of the correlations of the items with the factor were above 0.50, and one item had unadjusted infit and outfit; (3) for locomotion subscale, 80.0% of the correlation of the items with the factor were above 0.50; all items had adequate infit and outfit; (4) for object manipulation subscale, 79.9% of the correlation of the items with the factor were above 0.50, and one item had unadjusted infit and outfit; (5) for grasping subscale, 92.3% of the correlation of the items with the factor were above 0.50, and one item had unadjusted infit and outfit; and (6) for the visual-motor integration subscale, 73.6% of the correlation of the items with the factor were above 0.50, and six items had unadjusted infit and outfit. The items with unadjusted fit were removed for further analysis. No changes in reliability and separation of items and people scores were observed without the unadjusted items; therefore, all items were maintained. A unidimensional model was found, and the reliability and discriminant capability of the items were adequate, and all items should be used to assess children. The PDMS-2 is appropriate for assessing Brazilian children.

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Abstract Aim: This study aimed to compare the MC levels of Brazilian and Portuguese schoolchildren from 4 to 11 years. Methods: One hundred and forty-eight Brazilian children were evaluated using the Motor Competence Assessment (MCA) instrument and were later compared to the existent normative values of Portuguese children for a similar age range. Results: Our findings showed that MC increased with age, and boys outperformed girls, especially in the older age group. The distribution of the Brazilian children showed that while Brazilian boys perform above Portuguese normative values in 4 of the 6 tasks of the MCA, Brazilian girls perform below those values in all tasks, except for the standing long jump. Conclusion: The differences found, especially in girls, may be related to differences in the Physical Education curricula and how school recess periods are used.

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O ensino em tempo integral vem sendo implantado gradativamente nas escolas públicas brasileiras nas últimas décadas, o que vem estimulando pesquisas sobre seus efeitos em diferentes aspectos educacionais. O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar o desempenho motor de crianças matriculadas em escolas públicas de tempo parcial e integral. Foram avaliadas 159 crianças, com idades entre 7 e 8 anos, sendo 84 (52,8%) do sexo masculino, das quais 77 (48,4%) estavam matriculadas no ensino em tempo parcial e 82 (51,6%) no ensino em tempo integral, todas no 3º ano do ensino fundamental de quatro escolas públicas municipais na cidade de Maringá-PR. O Test of Gross Motor Development-2 (TGMD-2) foi utilizado como instrumento de medida para avaliar o desempenho motor das crianças. Para análise dos dados quantitativos foi utilizada estatística descritiva, o teste de normalidade Kolgomorov-Smirnov, e o Teste U de Mann Whitney para as comparações das variáveis de desempenho motor. Adotou-se nível de significância de p<0,05. Evidenciou-se que a maioria das crianças avaliadas demonstrou um nível de desenvolvimento motor abaixo da média referenciada para a idade. Não houve diferença significativa no desempenho motor quando comparadas crianças de escolas públicas de tempo parcial e integral, tampouco houve diferença entre os sexos. Desta forma, concluiu-se que o turno escolar extra e suas atividades complementares não exerceram influência capaz de favorecer o desenvolvimento motor das crianças matriculadas em escolas públicas de tempo integral. Ou ainda, indicando que o contexto escolar não é exclusivamente determinante para o desenvolvimento motor das crianças, haja vista que elas estão inseridas também em outros contextos extraescolar.(AU)

: Full-time education has been gradually implemented in Brazilian public schools in recent decades, which has been stimulating research on its effects in different educational aspects. The aim of this study was to compare the motor performance of children enrolled in part-time and full-time public schools. Were assessment 159 children, aged between 7 and 8 years, 84 (52.8%) males, of which 77 (48.4%) were enrolled in partial education and 82 (51.6%) in full-time education, all in the 3rd. year of the elementary school from four municipal public schools in the city of Maringá-PR. The Test of Gross Motor Development-2 (TGMD-2) was used as a measurement instrument to assess the motor performance of chlidren. For the analysis of the quantitative data we used descriptive statistics, the Kolgomorov-Smirnov normality test, and the Mann-Whitney U test for the comparisons of motor performance variables. A significance level of p≤0.05 was adopted. It was evidenced that the majority of the children evaluated demonstrated a level of motor development below the age-referenced average. There was no significant difference in motor performance when compared to children from public schools of part-time and full time, nor was there a difference between the sexes. Thus, it was concluded that the extra school shift and its complementary activities did not exert an influence capable of favoring the motor development of children enrolled in full-time public schools. Or, indicating that the school context is not exclusively determinant for the motor development of the children, since they are also inserted in other contexts outof-school.(AU)

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ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the scientific literature regarding the effects of external variables on KTK motor test scores and to verify which motor tests are associated with KTK. Data sources: Four databases (PubMed, Science Direct, Scientific Electronic Library Online - SciELO - and Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature - LILACS) were used to search for studies in which the descriptors Körperkoordinationstest für Kinder and KTK were presented in the title, abstract and keywords. Inclusion criteria were: articles published in English or Portuguese from January 2006 to December 2016; free access to the article in full and texts available online; presenting the descriptor terms mentioned above in the title, abstract or keywords; containing sample with children and adolescents aged 4 to 16 years old; being indexed in a journal with a rating of B2 or higher (WebQualis; Qualis 2016) for the area of physical education. The following were excluded: studies in books, chapters of books, theses and dissertations; duplicate scientific articles; conference summaries; articles published in proceedings and abstracts of congresses. Data synthesis: After the three stages of selection (identification, screening and eligibility) and the criteria proposed at the PICOS scale, 29 studies were included in this review. Conclusions: Body composition and the regular practice of physical activities were the variables that presented the greatest influence on KTK. It is important that health professionals working with the pediatric public encourage regular physical activity to improve body composition and, thus, to obtain better KTK scores. Additionally, the Movement Assessment Battery for Children (M-ABC) test had the highest positive correlation with the KTK test.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar a literatura científica quanto aos efeitos de variáveis externas nos escores do teste motor KTK e verificar quais testes motores se associam ao KTK. Fonte de dados: Quatro bases de dados (PubMed, Science Direct, Scientific Electronic Library Online - SciELO - e Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde - LILACS) foram utilizadas para busca de estudos em que os descritores Körperkoordinationstest für Kinder e KTK foram apresentados no título, no resumo e nas palavras-chave. Os critérios de inclusão foram: artigos publicados em língua inglesa ou portuguesa de janeiro de 2006 a dezembro de 2016; acesso livre na íntegra e textos disponíveis on-line; apresentação dos termos descritores supracitados no título, no resumo ou nas palavras-chave; conter amostra com crianças e adolescentes de quatro a 16 anos; estar indexado em uma revista com classificação igual ou superior a B2 (WebQualis; Qualis 2016) para a área de educação física. Foram excluídos: estudos em livros, capítulos de livros, teses e dissertações; artigos científicos duplicados; resumos de conferências; artigos publicados em anais; e resumos de congressos. Síntese dos dados: Após três etapas de seleção (identificação, triagem e elegibilidade) e os critérios propostos na escala PICOS, 29 estudos foram incluídos nesta revisão. Conclusões: A composição corporal e a prática regular de atividades físicas foram as variáveis que apresentaram maior influência no KTK. Parece ser importante que os profissionais da saúde que atuam com o público pediátrico incentivem a prática regular de atividades físicas para melhorias da composição corporal e, assim, para a obtenção de melhores escores no KTK. Adicionalmente, o teste Movement Assessment Battery for Children (M-ABC) apresentou a maior correlação positiva com o teste KTK.

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RESUMOO objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o desenvolvimento motor de uma criança com Síndrome de Williams e verificar os efeitos de um programa de intervenção motora. Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva do tipo estudo de caso. Para a avaliação do desenvolvimento motor foram utilizados os testes da Escala de Desenvolvimento Motor - EDM. Essa criança participou de avaliação motora, intervenção motora (32 sessões, duas vezes semanais) e reavaliação motora. As intervenções motoras mostraram avanços positivos nas áreas da motricidade fina, equilíbrio e organização espacial. Verificou-se que o esquema corporal e a organização temporal foram as áreas de maior prejuízo. O quociente motor geral foi classificado como muito inferior o que caracteriza déficit motor. Esses dados justificam a relevância de programas de intervenção motora para essa população.

ABSTRACTThe objective of this study was to evaluate the motor development of a child with Williams syndrome and to verify the effect of a motor intervention program. This is a descriptive case study. Motor development was evaluated using the Motor Development Scale - MDS. The child's motor assessment, motor intervention (32 sessions, twice weekly) and motor reevaluation were carried out. Gains were demonstrated in motor intervention in the areas of fine motor skills, balance and spatial organization. Body Schema and temporal organization were found to be the areas of lesser achievement. The motor quotient generally for all items was classified as very low, characterizing motor deficit. The data justifies the relevance of motor intervention programs for children with Williams syndrome.

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O objetivo do presente estudo foi caracterizar os participantes, de ambos os sexos, com idade entre 7 e 10 anos, quanto à presença do indicativo de Transtorno do Desenvolvimento da Coordenação - TDC. Participaram do estudo 406 crianças de uma escola municipal de São José/SC, com idades entre 7 e 10 anos, sendo 231 meninas e 175 meninos. As avaliações motoras e o indicativo de TDC foram realizados tendo como referência o Movement Assessment Battery for Children - primeira edição (MABC-1; HENDERSON; SUGDEN, 1992). A prevalência do indicativo de TDC foi de 11,1%, valor este considerado elevado quando comparado aos divulgados em pesquisas internacionais, porém semelhante aos percentuais encontrados em estudos realizados no Brasil.

The objective of this study was to characterize the participants of both sexes, aged between 7 and 10 years, regarding to the presence of the Developmental Coordination Disorder - DCD. A group of 406 children aged between 7 to 10 years old, being 231 girls and 175 boys from a public school in São José/SC participated of this study. The motor assessments and indicative of DCD were made according to the Movement Assessment Battery for Children - First Edition (MABC-1; HENDERSON; SUGDEN, 1992). The prevalence of the indicative of DCD was 11,1%, value considered high when compared to reports of international researchs, but similar to the percentage found in other Brazilian studies.

El objetivo de este estudio fue caracterizar a los participantes de ambos sexos, con edad comprendida entre 7 y 10 años, con respecto a los indicativos de la presencia del trastorno de desarrollo de la coordinación - TDC. Participaron en el estudio 406 estudiantes de una escuela pública de São José/SC, con edad comprendida entre 7 y 10 años (231 niñas y 175 niños). El instrumento utilizado fue el Movement Assessment Battery for Children - Primera edición (MABC-1; HENDERSON; SUGDEN, 1992). La prevalencia del indicativo del TDC fue 11,1%, considerado alto en comparación con las investigaciones internacionales, pero similar a otros estudios realizados en Brasil.

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O rugby em cadeira de rodas (RCR) é uma modalidade paraolímpica, praticada por atletas tetraplégicos ou que apresentem um quadro equivalente. Apresenta um sistema de classificação funcional (CF), com sete classes que varia de 0,5 à 3,5 pontos. Objetivo: Correlacionar os valores do desempenho motor nos testes de campo com a classificação funcional dos atletas de RCR e comparar o desempenho dos atletas com CF baixa (0,5 a 1,5) e alta (2,0 a 3,5). Métodos: Participaram do estudo nove atletas (lesão medular de C4 a T1), do sexo masculino, com idades entre 20 e 35 anos. Foram aplicados testes de resistência em 12 minutos, corrida de 20 metros e o teste de agilidade. A análise estatística foi realizada através do pacote estatístico R-plus® 2.11.0. Para avaliar a normalidade dos dados foi realizado o teste de Shapiro-Wilk. Foi realizada Matriz de Correlação entre a CF com o desempenho nos testes motores e nível neurológico dos atletas. Também foram feitas comparações entre os resultados obtidos dos atletas de pontuação baixa com os de pontuação alta, usando os testes “t” de student para amostras independentes nos dados normais e o teste Wilcoxon para os dados que não apresentaram normalidade, considerando um valor de p ≤ 0,05. Resultados: Os sujeitos registraram média de 1446,9±472,3m no teste de resistência 12 minutos; 15,69±8,71mL(kg/min)-1para o VO2máx; 8,1±2,24s no teste de velocidade e 26,40±7,51s no teste de agilidade. Os testes apresentaram correlação de moderada a alta com a CF. Na comparação entre grupos, os atletas com CF alta tiveram melhor performance nos testes de agilidade e velocidade. Conclusão: Sugere-se para futuros estudos, avaliar amostras mais numerosas a fim de afirmar os resultados encontrados, além de adicionar aos testes quantificações das ações técnicas e táticas em quadra, correlacionando-as com a CF dos atletas.

The wheelchair rugby (WR) is a Paralympic sport, practiced by quadriplegic athletes or have an equivalent impairment. Presents a system of functional classification (FC) with seven classes ranging from 0.5 to 3.5 points. Purpose: The aim of this study was to correlate the performance in the field tests to the functional classification of WR athletes and compare the performance of athletes with low CF (0.5 to 1.5) and high (2.0 to 3, 5). Methods: The study included nine athletes (spinal cord injury at C4 to T1), male, aged between 20 and 35. Were applied 12, 20m sprint and agility test. Statistical analysis was performed using the statistical package R-plus ® 2.11.0. To assess the normality of data was performed using the Shapiro-Wilk. Correlation Matrix was held between the FC with performance on motor tests and neurological level of the athletes. Also comparisons were made between the results of athletes with low scores to high scores, using t-tests of student for independent samples in the normal data and Wilcoxon test for data that was not normal, considering a p value ≤ 0.05. Results: The subjects reported an average of 1446.9 ± 472.3 m in 12 minutes endurance test, 15.69 ± 8.71 mL (kg min) -1 for VO2max, 8.1 ± 2.24 s in the speed test and 26.40 ± 7.51 s in the agility test. The tests showed moderate to high correlation with F. In the comparison between groups, athletes with high FC had higher scores in tests of agility and speed. Conclusions: It is suggested for future studies to assess more numerous samples in order to affirm the findings, and add tests quantification of technical and tactical actions in court, correlating them with the FC athletes.

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CONTEXTUALIZAÇÃO: Recentemente a confiabilidade da versão brasileira da Escala de Fugl-Meyer (EFM) foi avaliada pela pontuação dada pela observação de um único examinador que aplicou a escala. Quando diferentes examinadores aplicam a escala, a confiabilidade pode depender da interpretação dada à ficha de avaliação. Nesse caso, um manual de administração claro é fundamental para garantir homogeneidade na aplicação. OBJETIVOS: Traduzir e adaptar para o português-Brasil a versão do Manual de Administração em francês-canadense da EFM e avaliar a confiabilidade interexaminadores quando diferentes examinadores aplicam a EFM com base nas informações contidas no manual. MÉTODOS: Participaram do estudo 18 adultos (59±10 anos) com hemiparesia crônica (38±35 meses pós-Acidente Vascular Encefálico). Oito sujeitos participaram da primeira parte do estudo e dez, da segunda parte. Baseada na análise dos resultados da parte 1, desenvolveu-se uma versão adaptada à qual foram adicionadas informações e fotos para ilustrar a posição do paciente e do examinador. A confiabilidade interexaminadores foi avaliada com o Coeficiente de Correlação Intraclasse (CCI). RESULTADOS: A confiabilidade da EFM baseada na versão adaptada do manual foi excelente para o escore motor total do membro superior (MS, CCI=0,98) e membro inferior (MI, CCI=0,90), sentido de movimento (CCI=0,98), amplitude de movimento (ADM) passiva do MS (CCI=0,84) e do MI (CCI=0,90) e moderada para a sensibilidade tátil (0,75). A avaliação da dor articular apresentou baixa confiabilidade. CONCLUSÃO: Os resultados mostram que, com exceção da avaliação da dor, a aplicação da EFM com base na versão adaptada do manual de aplicação em português-Brasil apresenta adequada confiabilidade interexaminadores.

BACKGROUND: Recently, the reliability of the Brazilian version of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) was assessed through the scoring given according to observations made by a single evaluator who applied the test. When different raters apply the scale, the reliability may depend on the interpretation given to the assessment sheet. In such cases, a clear administration manual is essential for ensuring homogeneity of application. OBJECTIVES: To translate and adapt the French Canadian version of the FMA administration manual into Brazilian Portuguese and to evaluate the inter-rater reliability when different evaluators apply the FMA on the basis of the information contained in the manual. METHODS: Eighteen adults (59±10 years) with chronic hemiparesis (38±35 months after a stroke) took part in this study. Eight patients participated in the first part of the study and 10 in the second part. Based on analyzing the results from part 1, an adapted version was developed, in which information and photos were added to illustrate the positions of the patient and evaluator. The inter-rater reliability was assessed using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). RESULTS: The reliability of the FMA based on the adapted version of the manual was excellent for the total motor scores for the upper limbs (ICC=0.98) and lower limbs (ICC=0.90), as well as for movement sense (ICC=0.98) and upper and lower-limb passive range of motion (ICC=0.84 and 0.90, respectively). The reliability was moderate for tactile sensitivity (0.75). The joint pain assessment presented low reliability. CONCLUSIONS: The results showed that, except for pain assessment, application of the FMA based on the adapted version of the application manual for Brazilian Portuguese presented adequate inter-rater reliability.

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o objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o desenvolvimento motor de uma criança com síndrome de Down e verificar os efeitos de um programa de intervenção motora específica. Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva do tipo estudo de caso. Para a avaliação do desenvolvimento motor foram utilizados os testes da Escala de Desenvolvimento Motor - EDM que analisa as áreas da motricidade fina e global, equilíbrio, esquema corporal, organização espacial e temporal/linguagem, e lateralidade. Essa criança participou, respectivamente, de avaliação motora, intervenção motora (32 sessões, 2 vezes semanais) e reavaliação motora. As intervenções motoras mostraram avanços positivos nas áreas da motricidade global, equilíbrio e organização espacial. A motricidade fina, esquema corporal e a organização temporal /linguagem não apresentaram avanços. Verificou-se que a linguagem foi a área de maior prejuízo. O quociente motor em todos os itens foi classificado como muito inferior, o que se caracteriza como déficit motor. Esses dados justificam a relevância de programas de intervenção motora para essa população.

the objective of this study was to analyze the motor development of a child with Down syndrome and to verify the effect of a specific motor intervention program. This is a descriptive research case study. Motor development was evaluated using the Motor Development Scale - MDS, which analyzes both fine and gross motor skills as well as balance, body schema, spatial and temporal organization, language, and laterality. This child participated, respectively, of the motor assessment, motor intervention (32 sessions, twice weekly) and motor reevaluation. Gains were demonstrated in motor intervention in the areas of the gross motor skills, balance and spatial organization. No improvement was shown in fine motor skills, body schema and temporal organization/ language. Language was found to be the area of lowest achievement. The motor quotient for all items was classified as very low, characterizing motor deficit. The data justifies the relevance of motor intervention programs for children with Down syndrome.

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O objetivo deste trabalho foi analisar o desenvolvimento motor de uma criança com idade cronológica de 10 anos com paralisia cerebral do tipo atáxica e os efeitos de um programa de atividades motoras no meio aquático. O desenvolvimento motor foi mensurado seguindo os procedimentos propostos no Manual de Avaliação Motora e o programa de intervenção das atividades motoras no meio aquático foi realizada no Serviço Social da Indústria - SESI/ Londrina - Pr., duas vezes por semana, em sessões de 45 minutos por um período de 2 meses, obtendo uma freqüência de 87 por cento. Os dados foram analisados descritivamente, comparando os resultados de pré e pós-testes. O quociente motor em todos os itens foi classificado como "muito inferior", o que se caracteriza como déficit motor, com exceção da organização temporal que foi avaliada como "normal baixo". Após a intervenção, a única área que mostrou avanços foi a de equilíbrio, cujo resultado mostrou que a criança avançou 12 meses na idade motora, não apresentando alterações proporcionais nas outras áreas.

The objective of this study was to analyze the motor development of a ten year old child with ataxic cerebral palsy and the effects of a motor activities program in the swimming pool. Motor development was measured according to the motor assessment and the intervention program of motor activities in the swimming pool conducted at Sesi/Londrina, twice a week, during 45 minute sessions over a 2 month period, with an attendance rate of 87 percent. Data was analyzed descriptively comparing the results with before and after tests. Generally, the motor quotient regarding all items was classified as "very low", characterizing motor deficit, with exception of temporal organization, presented as "normal low". After intervention, the only area that showed positive change was balance; this result showed that the child gained 12 months in motor age, without corresponding alterations in the other areas.

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Este estudo teve por objetivo verificar a relação entre o desempenho em tarefas de habilidade motora grossa com o índice de massa corporal (IMC) em meninos e meninas de quatro a seis anos de idade. Para tanto, foram analisadas 27 crianças, sendo 16 meninos e 11 meninas, com idade média de 5,64 ± 0,67 anos. As crianças foram submetidas ao Test of Gross Motor Development – Second Edition (TGMD-2), proposto por Ulrich (2000) e ao Kõrperkoordinations-test für Kinder (KTK), proposto por Kiphard e Schilling (1974). A pontuação obtida nos dois testes foi reduzida a uma escala comum a ambos. Foi verificada a correlação entre essa escala e o IMC das crianças por meio do teste de correlação de Spearman, com P < 0,05. Não houve interação significativa entre as variáveis quando analisados meninos e meninas ou quando a análise foi conduzida com distinção de gêneros. Inclusive, não houve interação do IMC com tarefas que exigiam maior demanda de capacidades físicas, o que deve ser verificado em futuros estudos. A partir dos resultados, concluímos que o desempenho das crianças de quatro a seis anos em tarefas que envolviam habilidade motora grossa não se relacionou com o IMC.

This study had to aim to verify the relationship between performance in gross motor skill tasks and body mass index (BMI) in four to six year-old boys and girls. 27 children were analyzed, 16 boys and 11 girls, mean age of 5.64 ± 0.67 years. The children were submitted to the Test of Gross Motor Development-Second Edition (TGMD-2), proposed by Ulrich (2000) and to the Kõrperkoordinations-test für Kinder (KTK), proposed by Kiphard and Schilling (1974). The punctuation obtained in the two tests was reduced to a scale common to both. The correlation between this scale and the BMI of the children was verified through the Spearman correlation test, with P < 0.05. No significant interaction was observed among variables when boys and girls were analyzed or when the analysis was conducted with gender distinction. Moreover, no interaction between the BMI and tasks which required higher demand of physical capacities was observed, which should be verified in further studies. It was possible to conclude from our results, that the performance of four to six year-old children in tasks which involved gross motor skill did not relate with BMI.

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