Effectiveness of an adapted physical activity intervention on health-related physical fitness in adolescents with intellectual disability: a randomized controlled trial

Sun, Yan; Yu, Siyue; Wang, Aiwei; Chan, Hardaway Chun-Kwan; Ou, Alison X; Zhang, Dexing; Xie, Yunyun; Fong, Shirley S.M.; Gao, Yang

doi:10.1038/s41598-022-26024-1

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“…Although outcomes have varied, yoga has been demonstrated to be effective in improving muscle fitness in those without ID. Studies on toddlers and teenagers with ID have shown improvements in leg strength and hand grip (Hawkins et al, 2012;Sun et al, 2022). Inconsistencies in findings could come from variations in methods of measuring related to ID.…”

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Determining the Impact of Adapted Yoga Training on Physical Functioning in Students with Mild Intellectual Disability

Yuvaraj,

Dibakar,

Prem

et al. 2024

Teor. metod. fiz. vihov.

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Background. Individuals with mild intellectual disability (ID) often encounter challenges in physical functioning, impacting their overall well-being and quality of life. Traditional exercise programs may not always be accessible or effective for this population due to various barriers. Adapted yoga programs have emerged as a promising alternative, offering tailored interventions to address the unique needs of individuals with ID. Objectives. The study aimed to close this gap by examining the effect of a structured, modified yoga programme on factors related to physical functioning. Materials and methods. A total of 40 students with mild ID, aged between 11 and 15 years, were selected from Special Schools in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. A quasi-experimental design was used in this study. The participants were divided into an experimental group undergoing an 8-week adapted yoga program and a control group maintaining regular activities. Physical function parameters were assessed using standardized tests measuring cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, and balance. The adapted yoga program, conducted by qualified instructors, comprised 8 weeks of sessions, 5 days a week, each lasting 45 to 60 minutes. Statistical analyses confirmed the normal distribution of data and employed paired sample t-tests to assess pre- and post-test differences, with SPSS version 20.0 used for analysis, setting the significance level at 0.05. Results. After undergoing 8 weeks of adapted yoga training, the results showed a significant improvement in the upper body strength (P < 0.04), lower body strength (P < 0.001), core strength (P < 0.002), flexibility (P < 0.00), and static balance (P < 0.00). However, there was no significant difference in body fat and cardiorespiratory endurance between adapted yoga training. Conclusions. This study highlights the potential of adapted yoga programs as an intervention for improving physical functioning in students with mild ID. These findings indicate that the implementation of adapted yoga can be a valuable and accessible intervention for enhancing physical functioning in this population.

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Determining the Impact of Adapted Yoga Training on Physical Functioning in Students with Mild Intellectual Disability

Yuvaraj,

Dibakar,

Prem

et al. 2024

Teor. metod. fiz. vihov.

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“…The study participants were young with a median age of 33 years. Increasing the levels of physical activity with higher intensities yield numerous health benefits, such as increased cardiovascular and muscular capacity (Sun et al, 2022), and a reduction in the burden of chronic diseases (Dodd & Shields, 2005).…”

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Barriers to physical activity participation for adults with intellectual disability: A cross‐sectional study

Michalsen,

Henriksen,

Hartvigtsen

et al. 2024

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BackgroundIdentifying barriers that can be modified to promote physical activity is important for informing health interventions for adults with intellectual disabilities.ObjectivesExploring participation in physical activity considering age, sex, living conditions, and health conditions. Further, identifying barriers significantly associated with sedentary activity after adjustment for physical activity correlates.MethodsA cross‐sectional study including physical activity and barrier questions from the POMONA‐15 health indicators. Multivariate logistic regression analysis with sedentary activity level as dependent variable.ResultsAmong 213 participants with intellectual disabilities, 36% reported predominately sedentary activities, 53% light and 11% moderate/vigorous physical activity. Barriers related to sedentary activity after adjustment were transportation, health conditions, mobility impairment, and lack of activities at the day activity centre.ConclusionsThe findings highlight the need to enhance physical activity opportunities at day activity centres, tailor programmes for wheelchair users, and improve access to physical activity facilities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

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“…A low level of physical activity is generally considered responsible for a variety of adverse effects. Among those effects, one may include (a) a limitation of people's interaction with their environment and a consequent reduction of their opportunities to learn new associations, (b) an increased level of passivity and sedentariness interfering with initiative and limiting stimulation input, (c) a decline in the health condition in areas such as breathing, muscle tone, and blood circulation, and (d) a proneness to be overweight and develop cardiovascular diseases [6][7][8][9][10][11].…”

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Using Simple Interactive Technology to Help People with Intellectual and Visual Disabilities Exercise Functional Physical Responses: A Case Series Study

Lancioni,

Alberti,

Filippini

et al. 2023

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The study assessed a new interactive technology system for helping six people with intellectual and visual disabilities exercise relevant physical responses embedded within a fairly straightforward activity (i.e., placing objects in containers). Activity responses consisted of the participants taking objects from the floor or a low shelf and placing those objects in a container high up in front of them (thus bending their body and legs and stretching their arms and hands). The technology involved a portable computer, a webcam, and three mini speakers whose basic functions included monitoring the participants’ responses, delivering preferred stimulation contingent on the responses and verbal encouragements/prompts for lack of responses, and assisting in data recording. The study was conducted following a non-concurrent multiple baseline design across participants. During baseline (i.e., when the system was used only for data recording), the participants’ mean frequency of responses per session varied between zero and nearly 12. During intervention (i.e., when the system was fully working), the participants’ mean frequency of responses per session increased to between about 34 and 59. Mean session duration varied between nearly 10 and over 14 min. The new system may be a valuable tool for supporting relevant physical activity engagement in people with intellectual and multiple disabilities.

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Effectiveness of an adapted physical activity intervention on health-related physical fitness in adolescents with intellectual disability: a randomized controlled trial

Cited by 11 publications

References 51 publications

Determining the Impact of Adapted Yoga Training on Physical Functioning in Students with Mild Intellectual Disability

Determining the Impact of Adapted Yoga Training on Physical Functioning in Students with Mild Intellectual Disability

Barriers to physical activity participation for adults with intellectual disability: A cross‐sectional study

Using Simple Interactive Technology to Help People with Intellectual and Visual Disabilities Exercise Functional Physical Responses: A Case Series Study

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