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Physical Therapy Screening and Management for Individuals with Intellectual Disability: Focus on the Special Olympics FUNfitness

지적장애인을 위한 물리치료 선별검사와 관리: 스페셜올림픽 FUNfitness 중심으로

  • 이창렬 (나사렛대학교 물리치료학과)
  • Received : 2024.02.02
  • Accepted : 2024.04.18
  • Published : 2024.05.31
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Abstract

PURPOSE: This study aims to review the FUNfitness program, conducted by physical therapists as part of the Special Olympics Athlete Health Promotion Program, to provide basic data for the health management of individuals with intellectual disabilities. METHODS: This study collected and organized materials related to the Special Olympics Athlete Health Promotion Program, as well as training manuals for FUNfitness. Additionally, it referenced activity reports of the FUNfitness program developed through the collaboration between the American Physical Therapy Association and the Special Olympics. RESULTS: The results of this study present the definition and composition of the Special Olympics Athlete Health Promotion Program, its objectives, the definition and design objectives of the FUNfitness program, the composition and evaluation procedures of the testing and assessment items, and recommendations for referral for additional physical therapy interventions following FUNfitness education. CONCLUSION: This article describes the importance of physical therapists understanding physical therapy screening and management for the health care of individuals with intellectual disabilities, emphasizing the need for their continuous interest in promoting the health of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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