Fundamental movement skills proficiency in children with developmental coordination disorder: does physical
Jie Yu1, Cindy H P Sit1, Catherine M Capio2
1a Department of Sports Science and Physical Education , The Chinese University of Hong Kong , Shatin , Hong Kong .
Insights
Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) show lower fundamental movement skills (FMS) and physical self-concept than typically developing peers. Interventions should focus on improving object control skills for these children, especially girls.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric physical therapy
- Motor development research
- Child psychology
Background:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects motor skill acquisition.
- Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) are crucial for physical activity and self-concept.
- Understanding the interplay between motor skills and self-perception in DCD is vital.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare FMS proficiency, physical self-concept, and physical activity in children with and without DCD.
- To investigate the relationship between FMS proficiency and physical self-concept in children with DCD.
- To identify factors influencing FMS and physical self-concept in this population.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Test of Gross Motor Development - second edition for FMS assessment.
- Employed self-report questionnaires for physical self-concept and physical activity.
- Applied ANCOVA and regression analyses to examine group differences and associations, controlling for age and BMI.
Main Results:
- Children with DCD exhibited lower FMS proficiency and poorer physical self-concept compared to typically developing peers.
- Physical coordination significantly predicted object control skills.
- DCD status and gender were key predictors of overall FMS proficiency.
Conclusions:
- Future interventions for DCD should prioritize enhancing object control skills and physical coordination, particularly for girls.
- Supporting children with DCD in developing object control skills can boost confidence and motor skill performance.
- Tailored programs focusing on success and control in motor tasks may improve intervention efficacy.
Purpose:
The purpose of this study was to (1) examine differences in fundamental movement skills (FMS) proficiency, physical self-concept, and physical activity in children with and without developmental coordination disorder (DCD), and (2) determine the association of FMS proficiency with physical self-concept while considering key confounding factors.
Method:
Participants included 43 children with DCD and 87 age-matched typically developing (TD) children. FMS proficiency was assessed using the Test of Gross Motor Development - second edition. Physical self-concept and physical activity were assessed using self-report questionnaires. A two-way (group by gender) ANCOVA was used to determine whether between-group differences existed in FMS proficiency, physical self-concept, and physical activity after controlling for age and BMI. Partial correlations and hierarchical multiple regression models were used to examine the relationship between FMS proficiency and physical self-concept.
Results:
Compared with their TD peers, children with DCD displayed less proficiency in various components of FMS and viewed themselves as being less competent in physical coordination, sporting ability, and physical health. Physical coordination was a significant predictor of ability in object control skills. DCD status and gender were significant predictors of FMS proficiency.
Conclusions:
Future FMS interventions should target children with DCD and girls, and should emphasize improving object control skills proficiency and physical coordination.
Implications For Rehabilitation:
Children with DCD tend to have not only lower FMS proficiency than age-matched typically developing children but also lower physical self-concept. Self-perceptions of physical coordination by children with DCD are likely to be valuable contributors to development of object control skills. This may then help to develop their confidence in performing motor skills. Children with DCD need supportive programs that facilitate the development of object control skills. Efficacy of training programs may be improved if children experience a greater sense of control and success when performing object control skills.
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