Physical+Disabilities

=Physical Disabilities= The term 'physical disability' usually refers to a difficulty in mobility or movement. This may be difficulties in walking and moving, however, it also can include difficulties in the use of the hands or arms. Many of physical disabilities are congenital, or present at birth, others can be the result of accident or injury. In many instances a student with a physical disability will not have any intellectual impairment and accommodating their needs in the classroom can be relatively easy from a teaching and curriculum perspective once their physical needs have been met. Careful planning to accommodate their physical needs prior to enrolment is important (Foreman, P., 2008, //Inclusion in Action,// Thompson: Australia)

Helpful Websites

 * The Northcott Society provides a range of services and support for individuals with physical disabilities [|Northcott Society]
 * Muscular Dystrophy Australia has information and fact sheets about a range of physical disabilities [|Muscular Dystrophy Australia]
 * Cerebral Palsy Alliance provides information and support for individuals with Cerebral Palsy [|Cerebral Palsy Alliance]
 * The Independent Living Centre provide information and advice about assistive technology solutions [|Independent Living Centre]