Physical Disabilities
Physical disabilities can be sensory, where there are problems with sight, hearing or speech, or they may impair motor function, so that movement is restricted or imprecise. Injuries may cause a disability, and disease such as a heart condition may also make normal exertion impossible.
Some disabilities start at birth - congenital disabilities. Others are acquired during life. If you have a disability, it is almost certain that there are many others who do also. Most conditions have support groups or associations that have grown up relating to the problem. These groups may offer specialized help to minimize the effect of the condition.
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- Q What are the treatment options for spastic paralysis?
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Spastic paralysis, whether caused by cerebral palsy or an inherited gene, cannot be cured, so treatment focuses on coping with the condition. Braces may be used to help with walking. Drugs like diazepam and tizanidine can also be helpful to relax muscles... Full Answer
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- Q What causes stuttering?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThere are no accepted biological or psychological reasons for why people stutter. Despite the challenges involved with stuttering, it isn’t associated with mental disorders, personality disorders, or intelligence disorders. The majority of... Full Answer
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- Q How common is stuttering?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAccording to the Center for Stuttering Therapy, more than 3 million Americans stutter. It affects four to five times as many males as females. Though people of all ages stutter, it is especially prevalent among young children between the ages of two and... Full Answer
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- Q What is stuttering?
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Stuttering is a condition characterized by the inability to articulate words and phrases clearly. Stress or pressure can intensify the symptoms of stuttering, and the more at ease a person is, the less likely they are to stutter. Stuttering is sometimes... Full Answer
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- Q What if I blunder when I communicate with people with disabilities?
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Don't be embarrassed if you happen to use accepted, common expressions such as "See you later" or "Did you hear about that?" that seem to relate to a person's disability. Don't be afraid to ask questions when you're unsure of what to do.If you make a... Full Answer
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- Q What sports are disability-friendly?
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Wheelchair basketball, hand cycling, sled hockey, and swimming are the most developed adaptive sports that already have teams, clubs, and opportunities to start and learn in the USA. This is because the sports and their activities are built around a club... Full Answer
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- Q How can we start an adaptive recreation program available in my home area?
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The first step would be to contact established adaptive recreation programs in other areas. Many of them are happy to share their model with others. Talk to them about the types of activities you would like to provide, and ask them about the levels of... Full Answer
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- Q I have heard about adaptive recreation programs, but can we afford it?
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Many adaptive recreation programs offer scholarships for those who would otherwise be unable to afford them. The types and amounts of scholarships vary, depending on the program and its level of funding. Some programs offer partial scholarships, which... Full Answer
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- Q Who is able to participate in adaptive recreation programs?
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Anyone with a physical or cognitive disability is able to participate in an adaptive recreation program. We encourage family members to participate with the person who has the disability, because the disability does not just happen to the person, it... Full Answer
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- Q Can I stay active if I have a disability?
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A disability may make it harder to stay active, but it shouldn't stop you. In most cases, people with disabilities can improve their flexibility, mobility, and coordination by becoming physically active. Getting regular physical activity can also help... Full Answer
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