Discusses the importance of physical conditioning

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Physical Fitness: A Guide for Individuals with Lower Limb Loss

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By Ernest M. Burgess & Albert Rappoport
Year: 1993
Pages: 245
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 1568064322

Description

Discusses the importance of physical conditioning & the ways in which persons with an amputation can achieve fitness by adapting their prosthesis to the exercise regime &/or following a conditioning program without it. Several amputation levels are covered & variations on how the desired exercises can be accomplished are included. Covers the following conditioning exercises: calisthenics, stretching, shoulders, legs, abdominals, & more. List of special resources related to sports for the disabled. Glossary & bibliography. Over 100 b/w photos.

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