Peculiarities of the application of physical culture and sports rehabilitation of adolescents aged 12-15 years with Down syndrome in rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities

Abstract

In the article, based on the study of scientific literature, an analysis of the peculiarities of physical culture and sports rehabilitation of adolescents aged 12-15 years with Down syndrome in rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities was carried out. In the course of the obtained data, the problem of the use of physical culture and sports rehabilitation of adolescents aged 12-15 years with Down syndrome in rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities was identified and considered. It is indicated that physical culture and sports rehabilitation of adolescents aged 12-15 years with Down syndrome is aimed at restoring their cognitive functions, aerobic capacity, development of balance, muscle strength and functional abilities of the body. Among the main goals of physical culture and sports rehabilitation of teenagers with Down syndrome, scientists include: increasing muscle strength; increase in muscle endurance; increasing the stability of the joints in case of hypermobility of the joints; teaching the control mechanisms of postural stability, balance, coordination and controlled abilities; correction of posture and correct body position. The peculiarities of the use of means and methods of physical culture and sports rehabilitation of adolescents aged 12-15 years with Down syndrome in rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities were analyzed. It is indicated that the means of physical culture and sports rehabilitation in the process of recovery of teenagers with Down's syndrome should ensure improvement of existing and development of new skills of motor functions; development of alternative dynamics in case of impaired motor functions; motivation to improve health. The advantages of using physical culture and sports rehabilitation in the process of restoring the health of adolescents aged 12-15 with Down syndrome in rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities have been revealed.