Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Volume 8, Issue 1 , Pages 17-24 , June 2010

Fundamental Movement Skills Among Filipino Children With Down Syndrome

  • Catherine M. Capio

      Affiliations

    • Institute of Human Performance, The University of Hong Kong, HONG KONG
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding Author Catherine M. Capio, Institute of Human Performance, The University of Hong Kong, Room 115, Patrick Manson Building, 7 Sassoon Road, HONG KONG
    • ,
  • Esmerita R. Rotor

      Affiliations

    • Department of Physical Therapy, College of Allied Medical Professions, University of the Philippines, PHILIPPINES

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PII: S1728-869X(10)60003-2

doi: 10.1016/S1728-869X(10)60003-2

Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Volume 8, Issue 1 , Pages 17-24 , June 2010

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