Individuals with with Physical Health Disabilities, and related Low-Incidence Disabilities by Reh Glaw

Definition

rehglaw17_ — 2023-12-07 03:24:23 UTC

While students may exhibit various physical or health conditions, only those with physical or health disabilities that have an adverse impact on educational performance meet eligibility for special education services.

They may qualify for special education services under three possible IDEA categories, and these are:

Orthopedic impairment is a physical disability that occurs from congenital anomalies, disease, or other causes that affect a child's educational performance.

Multiple disabilities are concomitant impairments that result in severe educational needs that students cannot get from a special education program solely on the basis of one of the impairments.

A traumatic brain injury is an acquired injury to the brain caused by an external force that results in a disability.

Characteristics

rehglaw17_ — 2023-12-07 03:34:17 UTC

The characteristics of an individual with a physical or health disability depend on the specific condition, the severity, and individual factors. Even if two individuals have identical diagnoses, they may be quite different in terms of their capabilities.

If a student has a physical disability, their intelligence may be normal or in the gifted range.

Characteristic

rehglaw17_ — 2023-12-12 00:12:13 UTC

The orthopedic impairments category can be divided into three disorders.

Neuromotor Impairment: Individuals with with Physical Health Disabilities and related Low-Incidence Disabilities

There are two types of neuromotor impairment. These are cerebral palsy and spina bifida.

Musculoskeletal disorders are conditions that affect the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and other structures that support the body's movement. These disorders can cause pain, stiffness, limited mobility, and other symptoms that can impact a person's ability to perform daily activities.

Treatment/Intervention

rehglaw17_ — 2023-12-12 00:20:47 UTC

If I have a student with physical health disabilities and related low-incidence disabilities, I would approach them with inclusivity. I would give them individualized support, and I would make sure that they are accommodated anyway that they need to be. I think some challenges that I might face are being able to accommodate everything because of limited resources. But they bring unique strength to the classroom such as a unique perspective because of their experience. To harness their strength, I would make sure that they are able to work together well with other students.

Video

rehglaw17_ — 2023-12-12 00:30:44 UTC