Development of physical fitness in children with intellectual disabilities

ConclusionsDespite statistically significant development of physical fitness in children with ID, their physical fitness levels should be stimulated. This should start already in young children (<8 years) and the children with the most severe cognitive impairments need special attention.

Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - June 23, 2014 Category: Disability Authors: E. Hartman, J. Smith, M. Westendorp, C. Visscher Tags: Original Article Source Type: research