title: Exercise and sports for children who have disabilities.
abstract: This article focuses on the exercise needs of children who have disabilities, how these needs differ from able-bodied children, and what medical concerns are relevant for a given disability. The information presented also discusses some preventative options related to individual sports and a discussion of various organized recreational and competitive opportunities available both nationally and internationally. In addition, a listing of major disabled sports organizations is provided for reference.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Box 285, Children's Hospital, 1056 E. 19th Avenue, Denver, CO 80218, USA. wilson.pamela@tchden.org
authors.forename: Pamela E
authors.initials: PE
authors.lastname: Wilson
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D019988:Children with Disabilities / Q000534:rehabilitation; D015444:Exercise; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D008019:Life Style; D010808:Physical Examination; D013177:Sports