Considerations related to weight-bearing programs in children with developmental disabilities

W. A. Stuberg

doi:10.1093/ptj/72.1.35

Considerations related to weight-bearing programs in children with developmental disabilities

W. A. Stuberg

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Abstract

Standing is a common modality used in the management of children with developmental disabilities. The purpose of this article is to examine the scientific basis for standing programs, with specific emphasis on the known effects of weight bearing on bone development. Guidelines for the use of standing programs are presented, and the supporting rationale is discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	35-40
Number of pages	6
Journal	Physical therapy
Volume	72
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/72.1.35
State	Published - 1992

Keywords

Bone development
Child development disorders
Kinesiology/biomechanics, general
Orthopedics, general
Pediatrics, development

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Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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