The Case of a Cambodian man with Disabilities who Received Rehabilitative Education Support (Dohsa-hou) and Realized Social Participation

Abstract

This study presents a case of a Cambodian person with physical disabilities who was able to attain social participation through the practice of rehabilitation and education. This case will be considered a valuable case model to develop an understanding of the practice of rehabilitation and education and its necessity for people with disabilities; a belief not yet widespread in Cambodia. The rehabilitation and educational method developed in Japan called Dohsa-hou (translated to “movement therapy”) was implemented for a client who had been confined to his home due to a disability in his limbs. Dohsa-hou’s primary goal is to improve the client's physical movements and to develop the client's ability to control their movements. Through this method, the client in this case improved his standing and walking movements and developed positive communication skills with others. As a result of the growth and improvement, the client was able to obtain a job in the community and earn a living.