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For people with Down syndrome, family members, caregivers and professionals.
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The article linked below is a brief report on the prevalence of acquired cardiovascular diseases and risk factor conditions in adults with Down syndrome. Keywords: cardiovascular a
Abstract In adults with Down syndrome, the combination of low physical activity and fitness levels and the high prevalence of musculoskeletal co-morbidities stresses the need for specialized exercise
Abstract Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in individuals with Down syndrome. Congenital heart disease is the most common cardiovascular condition in this group, pre
This visual explains what happens when you get an ECG or EKG.
Moving our bodies throughout the day can help us be healthy.
Use this handout to create a workout by spelling your name, the day of the week, or another word or phrase of your choosing!
Abstract Purpose: To describe demographic factors and calculate prevalence of heart disease-related conditions among the adult Down syndrome (DS) sample population and to compare demographic
School of Strength is a Special Olympics program that provides videos with endurance, strength, and balance exercises. The program also offers a Fitness Tracker, Caregiver Kit, and Coaches Playbook.&a
This handout shows ways to incorporate physical activity and exercise into our daily lives.
This visual shows pictures of and describes exercises you can do at home without exercise equipment.
The website linked here contains downloadable cards and videos that feature Special Olympics athletes and provide visual demonstrations of endurance, strength, and flexibility exercises. The
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