DOWN SYNDROME PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT IN NEW FRIENDS COLONY-PHYSIONAUTICS Down syndrome is a genetic condition where people are born with an extra chromosome. Most people have 23 pairs of chromosomes within each cell in their body, for a total of 46. A person diagnosed with Down syndrome has an extra copy of chromosome 21, which means their cells contain 47 total chromosomes instead of 46. This changes the way their brain and body develop. Down syndrome can affect anyone. It’s a genetic condition, and it doesn’t happen as a result of something that the parents did before or during pregnancy. The majority of Down syndrome cases happen randomly (sporadically). People don’t usually inherit from parents. Down syndrome can affect how your child develops. Physical signs become more apparent as your child grows. common Physical signs and symptoms of Down syndrome are usually present at birth and become more apparent as your baby grows. They can include A flat nose bridge. Slanted eyes that point upward.A short neck. Small ears, hands and feet. Weak muscle tone at birth. Small pinky finger that points inward towards the thumb. One crease in the palm of their hand (palmar crease).Shorter-than-average height. Your child with Down syndrome may have cognitive development challenges. as a result of their extra chromosome. This can cause intellectual or developmental disabilities. Your child’s ability to meet developmental milestones, or things that your child can do at a certain age, may differ from other children, including how they Walk and move. It can not be cured but can be manage by physiotherapy treatment by stretching , strenghtning, proper training to perform activities of daily living, to participate in society, and live a normal life and contribute to the society. Our team have highly skilled therapist who will guide you the best to overcome the condition.we also provide services in zakir nagar, east of kailash, Sukhdev nagar, jasola, maharni bagh