Postural strategies in Prader-Willi and Down syndrome patients

▶ Down and Prader-Willi syndrome are characterised by some common clinical and functional features. ▶ Prader-Willi and Down patients presented abnormal postural control, with Prader-Willi showing poorer control in antero-posterior direction. ▶ Prader-Willi should be encouraged to undergo specific balance training and strengthening of the ankle muscles.