Kenyan team care at the Special Olympics - 1991

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Deutscher übersetzter Titel:Betreuung der kenianischen Mannschaft bei den Paralympics
Autor:Wekesa, M.; Onsongo, J.
Erschienen in:British journal of sports medicine
Veröffentlicht:26 (1992), 3, S. 128-133, Lit.
Format: Literatur (SPOLIT)
Publikationstyp: Zeitschriftenartikel
Medienart: Gedruckte Ressource
Sprache:Englisch
ISSN:0306-3674, 1473-0480
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Erfassungsnummer:PU199408062261
Quelle:BISp

Abstract des Autors

The Kenyan team that competed at the International Summer Special Olympics comprised 38 athletes (both men and women) selected from all competitors at the national championships. The team was examined and a physiological fitness test carried out. The results enabled the organizers to arrange for treatment of prevailing illnesses, and the training programme was adjusted to the athletes' level. This team was voted the best team of the month of July, having won 33 gold, three silver and two bronze medals. Sound medical care of athletes should be taken before and during competition. Such management should aim at minimizing injuries and enabling athletes to perform at their best. Verf.-Referat