The Special Olympics athlete: Evaluation and clearance for participation

被引：17
作者：
Birrer, RB
机构：
[1] Locust Valley, NY 11560
来源：
CLINICAL PEDIATRICS | 2004年 / 43卷 / 09期
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D O I：
10.1177/000992280404300901
中图分类号：
R72 [儿科学];
学科分类号：
100202 ;
摘要：
Evaluating and clearing the Special Olympics athlete for participation in sports and recreational activities can be a challenging task for a primary care physician. Radiographic clearance of the cervical spine is mandatory for all athletes with Down syndrome. Regular physical activity for this special population has measurable physiologic and psychosocial benefits.
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