Abstract
This chapter focuses on genetic disorders in children that result in a wide variety of health conditions and associated movement limitations. The resultant impact of certain genetic conditions on the child may be evident before or immediately after birth, whereas other conditions may not be diagnosed until later in life when problems manifest. This chapter provides an overview of common neurological disorders of known genetic origin that pediatric physical and occupational therapists are likely to encounter. Tools such as vocabulary, illustrations, and internet-accessible resources are provided to help clinicians recall basic principles of genetic inheritance and genomics. Case studies are given to provide examples of clinical decision making, including diagnosis, therapy assessment, and prognosis. Last, this chapter includes highlights of advancements in genetics research from the completion of the 2003 Human Genome Project to the present day.
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