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Mobility Impairments
Definition
Physical impairments include a number of disabilities causing loss of function in areas of independent movement resulting from nervous system impairment, amputation and/or a musculoskeletal condition.
Types
Arthritis
repetitive strain
carpel tunnel syndrome
soft tissue injury
spina bifida
amputations
paraplegia
quadriplegia
Professionals qualified to diagnose physical disabilities:
Physician
Specialist in area of disability
Possible Accommodations
mobility in classroom
use of a computer or keyboard for in-class assignments and essays
note taker
tutor/reader
taped lectures
attendant care
alternate format texts
reduced course load
computer or word processor for exams
writing tool accessories (pencil grips, large pens)
adapted software (Naturally Speaking, word prediction programs)
scribe
extended time
exams in alternate format
