IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH PHYSIOTHERAPY: A FOCUS ON PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN

Abstract

This study investigated the importance of physiotherapy in enhancing the well-being of physically and health impaired children (PHIC). Conducted at the Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria, the study involved 20 randomly selected PHIC students from 100 to 300 levels of the School of Special Education. The participants, aged between 19 and 30 years, comprised 40% males and 60% females. A validated 20-item structured questionnaire was used to collect data, and responses were analyzed using frequency counts and simple percentages. Findings revealed that physiotherapy significantly contributes to the physical and emotional improvement of PHIC. The results underscore the critical role of physiotherapy in promoting mobility, independence, and quality of life among individuals with physical and health impairments. The study recommends increased access to physiotherapy services and the inclusion of physiotherapy awareness in special education programs.