The Effect of a Group Aquatic Exercise Program on Social Participation in Two Adult Males With Down Syndrome: Two Very Different Case Studies.
Background: Social participation for adults with Down syndrome decreases markedly after graduation from high school. The purpose of this research was to see if a group aquatic exercise program for adults with Down syndrome could affect their perceptions of quality of life and participation. Methods:...
| Publicado en: | Journal of Aquatic Physical Therapy Vol. 33; no. 1; pp. 2 - 7 |
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American Physical Therapy Association, Aquatic Physical Therapy Section
Jan-Apr2025
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