To Find out the Value of Hypermobility in Down’s Syndrome

Authors

  • Vadivelan Kanniappan RM College of Physiotherapy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamilnadu, India Author
  • Mashu Parveen F BPT Student, Department of Physiotherapy, S.R.M. College of Physiotherapy, S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology, S.R.M Nagar, Kattankulathur – 603203, Kanchipuram, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India Author

Keywords:

Down Syndrome, Hypermobility, Hypotonia, Chromosome

Abstract

Background: Down syndrome, the result of trisomy of chromosome 21, is one of the most common chromosomal abnormalities. Patients have a characteristic 8 facial appearance, variable levels of intelligence and self-care skills, and a variety of associated medical conditions. Orthopaedic manifestations occur frequently; most are related to hypotonia, joint hypermobility, and ligamentous laxity.
Objective: Aim of the study is to find out the value of hyper mobility in down’s syndrome. 
Methodology: 30 Subjects including in my study ,study duration is 4 weeks, study setting is Maithree Special School, NIEPMD, REC Centre SRM Hospital.
Outcome Measures: Beighton Scale, Goniometre

Results: This beighton scale consists of goniometer measurement of thumb, metacarcophalangeal joints ,elbow joint , knee joints,trunk flexion .total point  (9) point.50%of sample was scored 9 point.10%of sample was scored 8 point.7%of sample was s cored 7 points.35%of sample was scored 6 points.
Conclusion: This study concluded that Down’s Syndrome children has hypermobility which needs to be investigated early and treated for better quality of life

Author Biography

  • Vadivelan Kanniappan, RM College of Physiotherapy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamilnadu, India

    Vadivelan Kanniappan, SRM College of Physiotherapy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamilnadu, India

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Published

2021-08-26

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2021): Volume 3, Issue 3

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