Changes in Quality of Life During Training for the HandbikeBattle and Associations With Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Kouwijzer, Ingrid; Groot, Sonja de; Leeuwen, Christel M. C. van; Valent, L.; Koppenhagen, Casper F. van; Woude, Lucas H V van der; Post, Marcel W M

doi:10.1016/j.apmr.2019.12.015

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“…Physical capacity of the participants at the start (T1; POpeak, 112 ± 37 W; VO 2 peak, 1.70 ± 0.48 L/min) was slightly lower than in previous studies in the HandbikeBattle population (POpeak, 119–126 W; VO 2 peak, 1.91–2.01 L/min). 5 , 6 , 24 The increase in physical capacity (POpeak, 16%; VO 2 peak, 22%) during the training period (T1–T2) is comparable with other HandbikeBattle studies and other intervention studies for wheelchair users with a SCI. 6 , 25 …”

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“…In previous studies, improvements in physical capacity were associated with a lower risk for cardiovascular disease, 3 a higher chance to return to work, 4 and a higher life satisfaction. 5 Therefore, exercise interventions to increase upper-body physical capacity are important.…”

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“…Previous studies have shown that training for the HandbikeBattle event results in improvement in physical capacity during the training period. 5 , 6 Long-term effects on physical capacity are, however, unknown. It is expected that participants who completed the HandbikeBattle are likely to maintain an active lifestyle because the training was not laboratory based but self-organized in their own environment, they were physically active during the training period and possibly experienced positive effects of this lifestyle, and they have fewer barriers because they overcame certain barriers during the training period.…”

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The Course of Physical Capacity in Wheelchair Users During Training for the HandbikeBattle and at 1-Yr Follow-up

Kouwijzer¹,

Valent

Post

et al. 2020

Am J Phys Med Rehabil

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The Course of Physical Capacity in Wheelchair Users During Training for the HandbikeBattle and at 1-Yr Follow-up

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“…AdS has been shown to increase life satisfaction and QoL in individuals with SCI [41,42]. Persons with disabilities commonly participate in AdS for personal enrichment.…”

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Adaptive Sports in Spinal Cord Injury: a Systematic Review

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Lee³

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Purpose of Review Adaptive sports (AdS), sports modified or created to accommodate persons with disabilities, have been gaining popularity over the last decade. The benefits of exercise in the able-bodied population are well-established. Literature in adaptive sport and the para-athlete continues to improve but is not yet as comprehensive as their able-bodied peers, in part due to the heterogeneity of participants. In this review, we appraise the recent literature pertaining to AdS and identify developing areas within the field. Recent Findings AdS have been shown to have positive health benefits as well as positive psychosocial benefits. Para-athletes often must overcome a variety of barriers to participation, such as transportation, accessibility, and socioeconomic factors. Facilitators to participation have also been identified, including pre-injury interest in sports, male sex, younger age, and more. In addition to well-known sports like handcycling and wheelchair basketball, adaptive sport continues to evolve, in part due to the COVID-19 pandemic, now including virtual options and E-sports. Para-athletes are also being more closely monitored and evaluated pre, peri, and post competition for injury and injury prevention, including in the realm of concussion management, requiring healthcare professionals, coaches, players, and all to gain further knowledge in adaptive sport and the participating para-athletes. Summary The physical, psychological, and social benefits of adaptive sports for individuals with disabilities are numerous. Addressing barriers to participation, including novel forms of AdS that utilize innovative technology, may allow more individuals to benefit from AdS.

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“…In recent years, physical activity and sports are increasingly recognized as an invaluable strategy to prevent a sedentary lifestyle in wheelchair users. Moreover, engaging in wheelchair sports can also enhance physical capacity and mental health [1,2]. However, engaging in wheelchair sports places a large mechanical and physiological strain on the upper limbs, potentially leading to upper-body injuries and discontinuation of exercise training [3].…”

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The prevalence of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow and ulnar nerve dislocation in recreational wheelchair marathon athletes

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Background Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow is an entrapment neuropathy, while ulnar nerve dislocation might also be involved in its incidence and severity. Wheelchair marathon athletes may be at an increased risk for Ulnar Neuropathy. However, there is a paucity of research into the prevalence of Ulnar Neuropathy and ulnar nerve dislocation in this population. Objective To investigate the prevalence of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow and ulnar nerve dislocation in wheelchair marathon athletes. Participants Wheelchair marathon athletes (N = 38) who participated in the 2017, 2018, and 2019 Oita International Wheelchair Marathon. 2 athletes participated only one time, 36 athletes repeatedly. Data from athletes`latest assessment were used. Methods The day before the race, questionnaires, physical examinations, and ultrasonography were conducted to screen for Ulnar Neuropathy in both upper limbs. Ulnar nerve dislocation was confirmed by physical examination and ultrasonography. Results 11 (29%) athletes were diagnosed with Ulnar Neuropathy. There were no significant differences in age, height, weight, Body Mass Index, or history of primary illness between athletes with and without Ulnar Neuropathy. In the group without Ulnar Neuropathy, 44% of athletes reported to have been engaging in other wheelchair sports, compared to 9% in the group with Ulnar Neuropathy (p = 0.037). Ulnar nerve dislocation was diagnosed in 15 (39%) athletes by ultrasonography. Out of the 14 elbows of 11 athletes diagnosed with Ulnar Neuropathy, 9 (64%) elbows had ulnar nerve dislocation. Conclusion The prevalence of Ulnar Neuropathy in wheelchair marathon athletes was higher than previously reported in able-bodied, non-athlete individuals and lower than in non-athletes with lower limb dysfunction. Therefore, while wheelchair sports may provide some protection against Ulnar Neuropathy, this study further supports the importance of screening for Ulnar Neuropathy, as well as for ulnar nerve dislocation as a potential risk factor for the development of Ulnar Neuropathy.

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Changes in Quality of Life During Training for the HandbikeBattle and Associations With Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Cited by 9 publications

References 40 publications

The Course of Physical Capacity in Wheelchair Users During Training for the HandbikeBattle and at 1-Yr Follow-up

The Course of Physical Capacity in Wheelchair Users During Training for the HandbikeBattle and at 1-Yr Follow-up

Adaptive Sports in Spinal Cord Injury: a Systematic Review

The prevalence of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow and ulnar nerve dislocation in recreational wheelchair marathon athletes

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