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How to choose the right form of mobility device for children with disability

We often take our ability to move for granted, but for some people even a tiny step can be hard to take. Being mobile increases a person’s ability to interact, learn, earn a living and socialize. Fortunately, for kids suffering from mobility impairments, a range of different mobility devices and aids are available to offer motion, access, support, and to enable them to live a fulfilling and active life. Since there are so many mobility devices for kids with special needs, it is important to make the right assessment. Assessments help to determine a child’s functional ability, physical ability, age and environmental consideration. Assess the child on the following factors:                                                                               Physical ability assessments of a child has to be made by a medical expert such as an occupational or physical therapist, exercise physiologists, or physicians. They evaluate, posture, muscle strength,