REHABILITATION AS A LIFETIME THERAPY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Taleska, Marija and Arsovski, Denis (2026) REHABILITATION AS A LIFETIME THERAPY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. New Horizons - Journal of Student Research, 3 (1). pp. 31-37. ISSN ISSN: 2955-2354, e-ISSN: 2955-2362

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Abstract

Rehabilitation interruptions can lead to functional decline among children with complex developmental and neurological disabilities. This study aimed to examine the effects of a 12-week break in therapy on motor, postural, sensory, and behavioral functioning in four children attending therapeutic day center in Bitola. A descriptive, mixed qualitative-quantitative case study design was used, based exclusively on routinely collected clinical data, including structured team questionnaires and pre-post observational records. Each child was evaluated before and after the interruption using domain-based severity ratings. The analysis showed consistent regression across all participants, with the most pronounced deterioration observed in motor endurance, balance, and postural control. Sensory intolerance and behavioral dysregulation also increased, particularly among children with pre-existing sensory or cognitive vulnerabilities. Thematic synthesis confirmed overlapping patterns of functional loss, emphasizing the dependence of these children on continuous therapeutic stimulation and structured routines. These findings demonstrated that even relatively short breaks in rehabilitation may disrupt functional stability and complicate the upcoming therapeutic re-engagement. The study highlights the need for year-round rehabilitation models that minimize regression and support long-term developmental outcomes in children with disabilities.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Social Sciences > Educational sciences Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Medical and Health Sciences > Health sciences
Divisions:	Higher Medical School
Depositing User:	MSc Denis Arsovski
Date Deposited:	25 Jun 2026 11:23
Last Modified:	25 Jun 2026 11:23
URI:	https://eprints.uklo.edu.mk/id/eprint/11529

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