PURPOSE:

To describe the frequency, type, and perceived effectiveness of physical therapy interventions for children with Friedreich ataxia (FA); identify barriers to therapy; and solicit advice from parents.

METHOD:

Parents of 30 children with FA participated in semistructured interviews. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used to analyze the data.

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