Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.
Department of Signal Theory and Communications, University of Alcalá, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Mar 10;18(6):2808. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18062808.
Children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) participate less regularly in physical and social activities. Support walkers allow mobility for infants who need aid. The aim of this study is to explore the benefits of a low-cost walking device in children with CP. A qualitative study using semi-structured, face-to-face interviews was conducted. Eight participants (two parents, two educational professionals, and four physical therapists) who live or work with children with CP that use a low-cost walking device were questioned to examine the benefits of the practice. Thematic analysis denoted three key factors about the benefits: emotional welfare, physical wellbeing, and social enjoyment. To conclude, the use of a support walker in children with CP makes them feel happier, improves their self-confidence and autonomy, and promotes participation.
脑瘫儿童（CP）参与体育和社交活动的频率较低。助行器可以帮助需要辅助的婴儿移动。本研究旨在探讨低成本步行器对脑瘫儿童的益处。本研究采用半结构式面对面访谈进行定性研究。我们询问了 8 名参与者（2 名家长、2 名教育专业人士和 4 名物理治疗师），他们与使用低成本步行器的脑瘫儿童一起生活或工作，以探讨该实践的益处。主题分析确定了该实践的三个主要益处：情感福利、身体健康和社会享受。总之，脑瘫儿童使用助行器可以让他们感到更快乐，提高他们的自信和自主性，并促进他们的参与。
