Wii-based exercise program to improve physical fitness, motor proficiency and functional mobility in adults with Down syndrome

Silva, Vitor; Campos, C.; Sá, A.; Cavadas, M.; Pinto, J.; Simões, P.; Machado, S.; Murillo-Rodríguez, E.; Rocha, Nuno

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Murillo-Rodríguez, E.

Rocha, Nuno

Abstract(s)

People with Down syndrome (DS) usually display reduced physical fitness (aerobic capacity, muscle strength and abnormal body composition), motor proficiency impairments (balance and postural control) and physical functional limitations. Exergames can be an appealing alternative to enhance exercise engagement and compliance, whilst improving physical fitness and motor function. This study aims to analyse the effects of a Wii-based exercise program on physical fitness, functional mobility and motor proficiency of adults with DS.

Keywords

Down syndrome Exercise Exergames Functional mobility Motor proﬁciency Physical fitness

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.22/18017

Citation

Silva, V., Campos, C., Sá, A., Cavadas, M., Pinto, J., Simões, P., Machado, S., Murillo-Rodríguez, E., & Barbosa-Rocha, N. (2017). Wii-based exercise program to improve physical fitness, motor proficiency and functional mobility in adults with Down syndrome. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 61(8), 755-765. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/jir.12384

Publisher

Wiley

DOI

10.1111/jir.12384

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