Abstract

Objective: To evaluate motor coordination and anthropometric variables according to age in individuals with Down syndrome (DS). Methods: A total of 19 individuals with DS, aged between 5 and 39 years, were included in the study. They were divided into three age groups: G1 (5-9 years), G2 (10-20 years), and G3 (21 years and older). Motor coordination was assessed using the KTK test, and anthropometric variables such as weight, height, and body mass index (BMI) were recorded. Results: A significant increase in weight, height, and BMI with age was observed (p=0.001). Excess weight (EW) was predominant in groups G1 and G3, reaching 100% in the latter. Motor coordination deficits were observed across all groups, with G1 showing the best results (d>0.80). A significant inverse cor-relation was identified between motor quotient and age (r=-0.59, p=0.08). Conclusion: Individuals with DS aged 5-9 years and those over 21 years present a higher risk of EW, while those aged 10-20 years tend to have a normal weight. Motor coordination decreases with age, being better in the youngest group.