DESIGNING ADAPTIVE CLOTHING FOR CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY: FUNCTIONAL, ERGONOMIC AND AESTHETIC APPROACHES

The growing emphasis on inclusive environments has highlighted the importance of adaptive solutions for individuals with disabilities. This study focuses on the design of adaptive clothing for children with cerebral palsy (CP), considering their specific motor and physiological limitations. The research aims to develop theoretical foundations for designing an adaptive clothing collection that integrates functional, ergonomic, and aesthetic requirements. The study identifies key medical-functional characteristics influencing clothing design, analyzes material and construction requirements, and explores modern technological solutions such as smart textiles and 3D modeling. The findings demonstrate that properly designed adaptive clothing significantly improves comfort, independence, and social inclusion of children with CP.