A Postural Control Ride-On Toy for a 27 Month Old Child with Developmental Disabilities

Independent play is a critical component in the development of children. It teaches motor, social, and critical thinking skills. However, some disabilities impair a child's capacity to engage in play by limiting their ability to move. The work presented in this manuscript describes a power mobility device based on a ride-on toy (Wild Thing from Fisher Price) for a 27 month-old child with mobility impairments. Physical therapy standardized functional assessments before and after introducing the child to the toy were carried out with noticeable impact on the child's development. Improvements to his overall quality of life is also reported.