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Exercise and Sport for Persons With Spinal Cord Injury

Martin Ginis, Kathleen A. ; Jörgensen, Sophie LU and Stapleton, Jessica (2012) In PM&R 4(11). p.894-900
Abstract
This review article provides an overview of the evidence that links exercise and sports participation to physical and psychological well-being among people with spinal cord injury. Two aspects of physical well-being are examined, including the prevention of chronic disease and the promotion of physical fitness. Multiple aspect's of psychosocial well-being are discussed, including mental health, social participation, and life satisfaction. The review concludes with future research recommendations and a discussion of challenges and opportunities for using exercise and sports to promote health and well-being among people living with spinal cord injury. PM R 2012;4:894-900
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PM&R
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4
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11
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894 - 900
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Wiley-Blackwell
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  • wos:000311883400017
  • scopus:84869783727
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1934-1563
DOI
10.1016/j.pmrj.2012.08.006
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English
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