C hildren with Loco-motor Diversities By Dr.Amol Ubale
Loco-motor Disabilities गतीयुक्त विकलांगता Locomotor Disability means restriction in the movement of the limbs . The term Locomotor is derived from the Latin words loco – “from a place ” and motivus – “causing motion” . So locomotion means movement from one place to another.
Loco-motor Disabilities गतीयुक्त विकलांगता Locomotor Disability means problem in moving from one place to another — i.e. disability in legs. But, in general, it is taken as a disability related with bones, joints and muscles. It causes problems in person’s movements (like walking, picking or holding things in hand etc.) https://images.app.goo.gl/q1hy54bjmpqwpRzUA
Category of Locomotor Disability permanent physical impairment of upper limb. permanent physical impairment of lower limb. permanent physical impairment of spine. permanent physical impairment in neurological condition.
Cause of Locomotor Disability Cerebral Palsy. Amputation Injuries of spine, head and soft tissues Polio Stroke Other illness Leprosy
Leprosy कुष्ठ रोग https://images.app.goo.gl/MqfMv2LAgDS34yaa7
Other illnesses
Characteristics Poor motor control or coordination. The child is unable to coordinate two or more muscle groups for performing any task; Walks awkwardly or with a limp; S hows signs of pain during physical exercise; Move in a shaky fashion; and Falls frequently.
limitations of students with Locomotar Disabilities Difficulty writing, such as class notes and on exams Sitting in a standard desk Participating in labs where lab tables and equipment are hard to reach Transportation Classrooms or buildings that are not wheelchair accessible
Role of Teacher / Educational Implication Rearrange a class or lab to an accessible building/space Provide Audio recorder or notetaking assistance Provive Accessible seating or table in the classroom Scribe for Scantrons and/or essay exams Give Additional time for completing exams