Article

Mobility is an important aspect of the rehabilitation of children
with spinal cord injury (SCI), is a necessary component of life, and is critical
in a child's development. Depending upon the individual's age and degree of
neurological impairment, the nature of mobility may vary. OBJECTIVES: The
objective of this article is to establish recommendations surrounding the
selection of mobility for children with SCI. METHODS: Extensive literature review
and multidisciplinary peer review. RESULTS: Types of mobility including power,
manual, upright, and community are discussed, and recommendations are made based
on medical necessity, neurological level, ASIA Impairment Scale score, and
developmental considerations and challenges. CONCLUSION: Mobility is critical for
proper development to occur in the pediatric population, and it may be
challenging to make recommendations for mobility in children with SCI. It is
essential for clinicians providing care to children with SCI to address mobility
in a comprehensive and longitudinal manner across the children's environments.
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Langue : ANGLAIS