Physical work capacity after 7 wk of wheelchair training: effect of intensity in able-bodied subjects

Article Abstract:

A group of 27 able-bodied men participated in a study aimed to examine the changes in upper body strength during the early rehabilitative stages for people who must be confined to a wheelchair. Maximal isometric strength, sprint power, and maximal aerobic capacity were measured. Training at 50% and 70% intensity resulted in favorable improvements in physical capacity, and 50% intensity may be more appropriate for novice wheelchair operators. Able-bodied subjects were used so complete experimental designs could be utilized, and the results correlate to actual rehabilitation.

Care and treatment, Physiological aspects, Disabled persons, Rehabilitation research

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Contributions of selected fundamental factors to wheelchair basketball performance

Article Abstract:

The contributions of selected fundamental factors including arm length, sitting height, simple vision reaction time (SVRT), choice vision reaction time (CVRT) and wrist joints to wheelchair basketball (WCB) performance as measured by season statistics and coaches evaluation is determined. It is concluded that the shoulder internal rotation, and elbow extension are important to WCB performance and should be addressed in WCB training.

United States, Muscle strength, Basketball players, Wheelchair basketball

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Overweight and obesity in the mortality rate data: current evidence and research issues

Article Abstract:

This study examines the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and all-cause mortality rate in a population of young and middle-aged whites. Mortality rate is lowest in the range of BMI between 18.5 and 25 kg and 50-150% at BMI of 30 kg per square meter.

Analysis, Mortality, Obesity, Observations, Life style, Lifestyles, Ethnic groups, Mortality and race, Life expectancy

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