Adaptive Sports for Individuals With a Physical Disability : Effect Among Stroke Survivors

L'activitié Physique Sportive organisée Pour Sujets en Situation de Handicap : Impact Chez Les Sujets Post-accident Vasculaire cérébrale, Sur Les Trois Domaines de la Classification Internationale du Fonctionnement, du Handicap et de la santé (CIF)

The objective of the study is to evaluate the effect of engaging in adaptive sports for individuals who have had a stroke. The study is cross-sectional, participants with stroke will be recruited and divided into two groups: the first group composed of individuals with stroke who regularly participate in adaptive sports; and the second of individuals with stroke who do not regularly participate in adaptive sports. The two groups will have to be similar in terms of demographic variables (age, gender, time since beginning of stroke). A series of parameters will be tested, on one occasion for each participant. The two groups will then be compared to one another.

Inclusion Criteria:

• diagnosis of stroke since at least 6 months prior to recruitment in the study
• persistent physical disability due to the stroke
• adequate understanding of french

Exclusion Criteria:

• significant cognitive impairments
• contra-indication of any type to performing physical activity and physical exercise