Abstract
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of a supervised swimming program on biochemical parameters, quality of life and functional physical capacity in poliomyelitis - bearing wheelchair users.
Methodology
Longitudinal case / control study, both with poliomyelitis, female wheelchair users. The evaluations were made forty-eight hours pre- and post-training program. Our results indicate that the swimming program reduced cholesterol by 19%, triglyceride by 18%, glucose by 11%, and anxiety levels by 42%. Concomitantly, overall health increased by 13%, mental health by 11%, upper limb strength by 10%, and flexibility by 23%.
KEYWORDS
Wheelchair; Swimming program; Mental health; Physical fitness