Title | Standing Tall: Feasibility of a Modified Ride-On Car That Encourages Standing. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2019 |
Authors | Logan, SW, Catena, MAnn, Sabet, A, Hospodar, CM, Yohn, H, Govindan, A, Galloway, JC |
Journal | Pediatr Phys Ther |
Volume | 31 |
Issue | 1 |
Pagination | E6-E13 |
Date Published | 01/2019 |
ISSN | 1538-005X |
Keywords | Down Syndrome, Feasibility Studies, Female, Humans, Infant, Infant Equipment, Male, Posture, Self-Help Devices |
Abstract | PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the feasibility of infants with Down syndrome to use a modified ride-on car with seated and standing modes. METHODS: Participants included 4 infants with Down syndrome. Families were asked to provide at least 8 minutes of modified ride-on car driving per day, at least 5 times per week throughout the 9-month intervention. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: Families demonstrated a variety of adherence rates to the intervention. Infants demonstrated independent activation of the modified ride-on car in seated and standing modes and enjoyed driving. The modified ride-on car intervention was feasible and warrants further testing to address barriers that influence adherence to the intervention. |
DOI | 10.1097/PEP.0000000000000568 |
Alternate Journal | Pediatr Phys Ther |
PubMed ID | 30557294 |
Grant List | R21 HD078708 / HD / NICHD NIH HHS / United States |