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Artigos Originais • Rev. Bras. Ciênc. Esporte 40 (1) • Jan-Mar 2018 • https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbce.2018.01.010 linkcopy

Open-access Case study of individualized swimming program in poliomielite beach chain: analysis of biochemical parameters, quality in life and functional physical capability

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    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

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