Task training for vision and hand skills in Down syndrome
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests whether task-oriented training can help children with Down syndrome improve how their eyes and hands work together (visual-motor integration) and how well they use their arms and hands.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with Down syndrome
- Age between 5 and 12 years old
- Has trouble with visual-motor skills (coordinating eyes and hands)
- Able to communicate at a basic level
- No severe intellectual disability
- Not participating in a similar therapy program
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