Effects of a Skiing Experience on Adolescents With Limb Deficiencies: An Occupational Adaptation Perspective

Abstract

Research method considerations (use of participant observation for hypothesis testing) preclude definitive interpretation of a link between skill mastery and self-esteem. Short-term positive effects of the skiing experience reported by questionnaire were present 1 month after the trip. Long-term effects should be studied.

Relatives’ experiences of family members’ eating difficulties

“…In an observational study, participants' positive score of self-esteem in relation to skill mastery was considered an effect of selfevaluation. The participants' own goal-setting and assessment of the outcome motivated them (94). However, most people will at one time or another experience some hindrance in occupational adaptation, requiring the rebuilding of occupational identity and competence (8), a matter that is highly important for individuals after disability.…”

Motivations and barriers to prosthesis users participation in physical activity, exercise and sport

“…21 All of the articles originate in developed world countries and all studies are survey designs. Ten of the articles feature those with lower limb absence, [19][20][21][22][23][24][25]29 with two articles featuring those with upper limb absence. 28,30 Ten articles describe participants with mixed aetiologies (vascular, trauma, oncology and congenital).…”

“…Of these, 12 met all of the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. [19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30] Using the headings from the data extraction form, Table 2 provides an overview of the 12 included studies.…”

“…28,30 Ten articles describe participants with mixed aetiologies (vascular, trauma, oncology and congenital). [19][20][21][22]25,27 Two articles do not describe the reason for limb absence. 23,24 Upon further scrutiny of the 12 papers, and as the authors expected, clear themes emerged.…”

“…21,22,[28][29][30] All of the studies show that those people who are involved in sport have more positive feelings about their bodies, with a positive relationship being reported between regular sport participation and body image. However, in Tatar's Turkishbased study, 29 it cannot be differentiated whether exercise and sport positively influence body image, as those who have a pre-existing positive body image participated in sport.…”