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Development of a Physical Therapy-Based Exercise Program for Adults with Down Syndrome

Author: Mann et al. - International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2023)

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

Down Syndrome EyeWiki

Author: American Academy of Ophthalmology - Eye Encyclopedia

EyeWiki is an Eye Encyclopedia developed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology with content contributed by ophthalmologists (eye physicians and surgeons). There is a Down syndrome page wit

Health Care Transition Resources

Author: Ann Garcia and Grace O'Connor - Patient Advocates, Adult Down Syndrome Center

The resources below can be used by individuals with Down syndrome, their families and caregivers, and their health care providers during the transition from pediatric to adult health care.  G

Tips for Communicating with a Patient with Intellectual Disabilities

Author: Center for Inclusive Health - Special Olympics

The resource linked below shares tips for communicating with patients with intellectual disabilities. As the tips indicate, the most important thing to remember is to communicate with the patient firs

Self-Talk in Adults with Down Syndrome

Author: Dennis McGuire, PhD; Brian Chicoine, MD; & Elaine Greenbaum, PhD - Disability Solutions (July/August 1997)

The article below was published in the July/August 1997 edition of  Disability Solutions.  It is republished with permission. A PDF copy of the article  is available from&am

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