Physical Disabilities
Fact Sheet
Information Provided by:
California State University North Ridge
Physical impairment refers to a broad range of disabilities which include orthopedic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. People with these disabilities often must rely upon assertive devices such as wheelchairs, crutches, canes, and artificial limbs to obtain mobility. The physical disability may either be congenital or a result of injury, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, amputation, heart disease, pulmonary disease or more. Some persons may have hidden (nonvisible) disabilities which include pulmonary disease, respiratory disorders, epilepsy and other limiting conditions.
The following links are from the PACER Center Web site at
http://www.pacer.org/links/national/disability.htm#2
PACER Center
Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights
Physical Disabilities