@article{ART003311196},
author={Na-Yeon Ye and Eun-Ju Lee},
title={Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities},
journal={Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine},
issn={1975-311X},
year={2026},
volume={21},
number={1},
pages={1-11}
TY - JOUR
AU - Na-Yeon Ye
AU - Eun-Ju Lee
TI - Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities
JO - Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine
PY - 2026
VL - 21
IS - 1
PB - The Korean Society of Physical Medicine
SP - 1
EP - 11
SN - 1975-311X
AB - PURPOSE: This study aimed to identify parents’ perceptions and satisfaction with aquatic exercise programs for children with disabilities and to develop strategies for enhancing program effectiveness. It particularly explored differences in perception based on disability type to emphasize the need for individualized interventions.
METHODS: A cross-sectional survey was administered to 101 parents of children with disabilities enrolled in an aquatic therapy center in D City. The questionnaire assessed the perceptions of physical and emotional changes in the child, satisfaction with therapists, and evaluations of program management. Descriptive statistics and cross-tabulation analysis were conducted using SPSS 29.0.
RESULTS: Most parents perceived aquatic exercise as beneficial for their children's physical function, emotional stability, and social development. Satisfaction with therapists’ expertise, feedback, and kindness was notably high. Nevertheless, the session frequency, duration, and cost received comparatively lower satisfaction ratings. Significant differences in perceptions and expected outcomes were found across different disability types (p < .01).
CONCLUSION: Aquatic exercise was recognized as an effective intervention supporting the holistic development of children with disabilities. Parents’ positive perceptions play a key role in sustaining program engagement. Future efforts should focus on designing individualized programs that align with the disability type and family needs, alongside expanding public funding and institutional support.
KW - Aquatic exercise;Children with disabilities;Parental perception;Satisfaction
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Na-Yeon Ye and Eun-Ju Lee. (2026). Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities. Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine, 21(1), 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye and Eun-Ju Lee. 2026, "Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities", Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine, vol.21, no.1 pp.1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye, Eun-Ju Lee "Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities" Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine 21.1 pp.1-11 (2026) : 1.
Na-Yeon Ye, Eun-Ju Lee. Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities. 2026; 21(1), 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye and Eun-Ju Lee. "Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities" Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine 21, no.1 (2026) : 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye; Eun-Ju Lee. Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities. Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine, 21(1), 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye; Eun-Ju Lee. Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities. Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine. 2026; 21(1) 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye, Eun-Ju Lee. Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities. 2026; 21(1), 1-11.
Na-Yeon Ye and Eun-Ju Lee. "Study on Parental Perceptions and Satisfaction Regarding Participation in Aquatic Exercise Programs for Children with Disabilities" Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine 21, no.1 (2026) : 1-11.
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