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Nutritional knowledge and attitudes in athletes with physical disabilities
Reza Rastmanesh1, Furugh Azam Taleban, Masood Kimiagar
1Shaheed Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. r.rastmanesh@nnftri.ac.ir
Journal of Athletic Training
|June 29, 2007
Summary
Athletes with physical disabilities (APDs) showed improved nutrition knowledge after a structured education program. This intervention effectively addressed critical knowledge gaps in sports nutrition for APDs, enhancing their health and performance potential.
Area of Science:
- Sports Nutrition
- Disability Sports Science
- Health Education
Background:
- Limited understanding of the specific nutritional challenges and requirements faced by athletes with physical disabilities (APDs).
- The crucial role of proper nutrition in athletic performance, injury healing, and overall health for APDs.
- Identifying nutritional knowledge deficits in APDs is essential for targeted educational interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a nutrition education program on the nutritional knowledge and attitudes of Iranian APDs.
- To compare the effectiveness of a structured nutrition education model versus irregular coaching advice.
- To identify specific areas of nutritional deficiency among APDs to inform future educational strategies.
Main Methods:
- A nested case-control study conducted during a sport camp setting.
- Participants included 72 APDs (42 intervention, 30 control) and 10 coaches.
- The intervention group received a comprehensive nutrition education program, including a booklet and four 3-hour courses, over 30 days.
Main Results:
- APDs in the intervention group demonstrated significantly higher scores in nutrition knowledge and interest compared to the control group post-education.
- The structured nutrition education model proved more effective than standard coaching instructions.
- Despite moderate overall knowledge, specific critical nutritional deficiencies were identified in APDs.
Conclusions:
- Iranian APDs exhibit significant gaps in nutritional knowledge crucial for preventing health issues related to their specific needs.
- Targeted nutrition education is vital for improving the health and performance of athletes with disabilities.
- The findings underscore the need for specialized sports nutrition guidance for APDs.
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