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Benefits of a Low-Cost Walking Device in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Qualitative Study

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  • Isabel Rodríguez-Costa

    (Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

  • Irene De la Cruz-López

    (Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

  • Ignacio Fernández-Zárate

    (Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

  • Saturnino Maldonado-Bascón

    (Department of Signal Theory and Communications, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

  • Sergio Lafuente-Arroyo

    (Department of Signal Theory and Communications, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

  • Susana Nunez-Nagy

    (Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain)

Abstract

Children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) participate less regularly in physical and social activities. Support walkers allow mobility for infants who need aid. The aim of this study is to explore the benefits of a low-cost walking device in children with CP. A qualitative study using semi-structured, face-to-face interviews was conducted. Eight participants (two parents, two educational professionals, and four physical therapists) who live or work with children with CP that use a low-cost walking device were questioned to examine the benefits of the practice. Thematic analysis denoted three key factors about the benefits: emotional welfare, physical wellbeing, and social enjoyment. To conclude, the use of a support walker in children with CP makes them feel happier, improves their self-confidence and autonomy, and promotes participation.

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  • Isabel Rodríguez-Costa & Irene De la Cruz-López & Ignacio Fernández-Zárate & Saturnino Maldonado-Bascón & Sergio Lafuente-Arroyo & Susana Nunez-Nagy, 2021. "Benefits of a Low-Cost Walking Device in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Qualitative Study," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(6), pages 1-9, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:18:y:2021:i:6:p:2808-:d:514257
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    1. Carmel Sivaratnam & Katherine Howells & Nicole Stefanac & Kelly Reynolds & Nicole Rinehart, 2020. "Parent and Clinician Perspectives on the Participation of Children with Cerebral Palsy in Community-Based Football: A Qualitative Exploration in a Regional Setting," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 17(3), pages 1-19, February.
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    1. Roslyn W. Livingstone & Ginny S. Paleg, 2023. "Use of Overground Supported-Stepping Devices for Non-Ambulant Children, Adolescents, and Adults with Cerebral Palsy: A Scoping Review," Disabilities, MDPI, vol. 3(2), pages 1-31, March.

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