Adaptive Sports, Arts, Recreation, and Community Engagement.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-2020
Identifier
DOI: 10.1016/j.pmr.2019.09.003
Abstract
Adaptive sports and recreation have an important role in the lifestyle of individuals with cerebral palsy (CP). This article discusses the history of adaptive sports and the benefits of adaptive sports and recreation. Barriers and medical challenges are also thoroughly discussed, including common musculoskeletal issues, methods to prevent musculoskeletal injury, pain, fatigue, maximal exertion, and other medical comorbidities and illness. The role of health care providers such as physiatrists is emphasized to provide support to individuals with CP who either are interested in starting exercise or a sport or are already an athlete.
Journal Title
Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America
Volume
31
Issue
1
First Page
143
Last Page
158
MeSH Keywords
Art; Cerebral Palsy; History, 19th Century; History, 20th Century; History, 21st Century; Humans; Recreation; Sports for Persons with Disabilities
Keywords
Adaptive performance; Adaptive recreation; Adaptive sports; Adaptive sports medicine; Cerebral palsy
Recommended Citation
Tow S, Gober J, Nelson MR. Adaptive Sports, Arts, Recreation, and Community Engagement. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2020;31(1):143-158. doi:10.1016/j.pmr.2019.09.003
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