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== Local Opportunities for Physical Activity in Edinburgh ==
== Local Opportunities for Physical Activity in Edinburgh ==
== Specific Exercise Options for Different Socio-Economic Groups ==


== Conclusion ==
== Conclusion ==


== Useful Links ==
== Useful Links ==
== Specific Exercise Options for Different Socio-Economic Groups ==


== References  ==
== References  ==

Revision as of 17:30, 1 March 2018

Welcome to Queen Margaret University's Current and Emerging Roles in Physiotherapy Practice project. This space was created by and for the students at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, UK. Please do not edit unless you are involved in this project, but please come back in the near future to check out new information!!

Original Editors - Alexander Dow, Andrea Civitarese, Lynne Turner, Alison O’Brien, Rachael Le Page, Courtney Ferguson

Top Contributors - Andrea Civitarese, Rachael Le Page, Lynne Turner, Kim Jackson, Lucinda hampton, Courtney Ferguson, Alison O' Brien, Alexander Dow and Rachael Lowe  

Introduction[edit | edit source]

Aims[edit | edit source]

The goal of this page is to provide guidance and information for parents of overweight children, and to empower them to feel confident in managing childhood obesity.

Learning Outcomes[edit | edit source]

  • Explore the impact and
  • Discuss management strategies for childhood obesity
  • Discuss the role of physiotherapists in managing childhood obesity in general
  • Outline clear guidelines for physical activity
  • Identify benefits of physical activity and risks of inactivity
  • Identify resources and physical activity opportunities for overweight children and their families

Obesity Overview[edit | edit source]

Managing Childhood Obesity as a Parent[edit | edit source]

The Role of the Physiotherapist in Managing Childhood Obesity[edit | edit source]

Physical Activity Guidelines[edit | edit source]

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Benefits of Physical Activity for Your Child (...and risks of inactivity)[edit | edit source]

Barriers and Facilitators to Managing Childhood Obesity[edit | edit source]

Local Opportunities for Physical Activity in Edinburgh[edit | edit source]

Specific Exercise Options for Different Socio-Economic Groups[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Useful Links[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

see adding references tutorial.