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Semin Neurol 2000; 20(2): 201-208
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9829
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9829
Neuromusculoskeletal Syndromes in Wheelchair Athletes
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Publication History
Publication Date:
31 December 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.
KEYWORD
Wheelchair athletes - injuries - peripheral nerve injury - prevention
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