Semin Neurol 2000; 20(2): 201-208
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9829
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Neuromusculoskeletal Syndromes in Wheelchair Athletes

Suzanne L. Groah1 , Indira S. Lanig2,3
  • 1Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, California
  • 2Craig Hospital, Englewood, Colorado
  • 3Department of Rehabilitation, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, Colorado
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Publikationsdatum:
31. Dezember 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

With the growth of wheelchair athletics at both grassroots and national levels, there has been an increased incidence of sports-related and overuse syndromes in the wheelchair-user population. This article provides an overview of the available literature on the incidence, prevalence, evaluation, prevention, and rehabilitative management of these types of clinical syndromes.

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