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Children with physical disabilities who use assistive mobility devices (AMDs) are
at risk for obesity and other secondary health conditions. Habitual physical
activity is one lifestyle factor that may prevent obesity and contribute to
overall health, and an active lifestyle in childhood improves prospects for
lifelong healthy behaviors.
Child, family, and environmental facilitators and
barriers influence health-promoting physical activity (HPPA) for children without
disabilities, but comparable models and levels of understanding for children who
use AMDs are lacking. In this scoping review, we identified a similar set of
child, family, and environmental facilitators and barriers relevant to HPPA
participation among children who use AMDs. Noted gaps in the literature included
limited reporting of AMD use, inconsistent HPPA definitions, and inadequate
measurement tools for children who are nonambulatory. The identified child,
family, and environmental factors provide a framework for occupational therapy
practitioners and interprofessional teams to develop HPPA opportunities and
interventions for an underserved population.
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