American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Management of Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder: A 2026 Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy
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Abstract
Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) affects 5% of school-age children and is characterized by impaired motor coordination and planning, not better explained by other conditions. Motor difficulties negatively impact school performance, activities of daily living, and participation with family and peers and may persist into adulthood. The 2020 DCD Clinical Practice Guideline (2020 DCD CPG) set standards for the physical therapy management of children with DCD.