To Find out the Value of Hypermobility in Down’s Syndrome

Abstract

Background: Down syndrome, the result of trisomy of chromosome 21, is one of the most common chromosomal abnormalities. Patients have a characteristic 8 facial appearance, variable levels of intelligence and self-care skills, and a variety of associated medical conditions. Orthopaedic manifestations occur frequently; most are related to hypotonia, joint hypermobility, and ligamentous laxity. Objective: Aim of the study is to find out the value of hyper mobility in down’s syndrome. Methodology: 30 Subjects including in my study ,study duration is 4 weeks, study setting is Maithree Special School, NIEPMD, REC Centre SRM Hospital. Outcome Measures: Beighton Scale, Goniometre Results: This beighton scale consists of goniometer measurement of thumb, metacarcophalangeal joints ,elbow joint , knee joints,trunk flexion .total point (9) point.50%of sample was scored 9 point.10%of sample was scored 8 point.7%of sample was s cored 7 points.35%of sample was scored 6 points. Conclusion: This study concluded that Down’s Syndrome children has hypermobility which needs to be investigated early and treated for better quality of life.