Improving the Physical Function of Wheelchair Fencers
Author(s)
Miszory E1, Járomi M1, Horváth B2, Keczeli V1, Verzár Z1, Alfoldi Z2, Boncz I1, Pakai A3
1University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary, 2University of Pécs, Szombathely, Hungary, 3University of Pécs, Pécs, ZA, Hungary
Presentation Documents
OBJECTIVES:
Wheelchair fencing is a popular parasport. The aim of our research is to assess and develop the reaction time, the clamping force and the extent of protrusion.METHODS:
Our research was carried out between October 2021 and March 2022 in Zalaegerszeg. Subjects were selected using a targeted, convenience sampling procedure. The number of items in the sample was 8 (4 men and 4 women, mean age 32.28 ± 22.42 years). Inclusion criteria: musculoskeletal disability, certified paraathlete, consent to the research. Exclusion criteria: mental problem, epilepsy, absence from 20% of the exercise program. Subjects underwent functional development twice (45-45 minutes) a week for 8 weeks. Reaction times were measured with an electronic target especially designed for fencing training (EFT-1), hand clamping force was measured with a Jamar manual hydraulic dynamometer, and we measured the extent of protrusion with the Modified Functional Reach-Field-Bases (MRT). Mean, standard deviation and one sample t-test analysis was performed during the statistical calculations using IBM SPSS Statistics Program. The level of significance was p <0.05.RESULTS:
The value of EFT was 1.05±0.24 sec for the first time, while it showed a significant (p = 0.048) decrease for the second survey (0.85±0.25sec). The clamping force of the hand was 26.5± 16.20 kg, which did not show a significant change after 8 weeks (26.2±16.06, p> 0.05). MRT was initially 27.68± 12.09 cm, while 8 weeks later there was a significant increase (p <0.05) (30.31±12.26 cm).CONCLUSIONS:
Based on the obtained values, the exercise program had a positive effect on the physical condition of the athletes in terms of reaction time and extent of protrusion. In the future, it is recommended to examine the effect of special training with a larger number of items and a longer duration.Conference/Value in Health Info
2022-11, ISPOR Europe 2022, Vienna, Austria
Value in Health, Volume 25, Issue 12S (December 2022)
Code
PCR159
Topic
Patient-Centered Research, Study Approaches
Topic Subcategory
Patient-reported Outcomes & Quality of Life Outcomes, Surveys & Expert Panels
Disease
No Additional Disease & Conditions/Specialized Treatment Areas