Bibliometric Analysis of Studies on The Rehabilitation of Disabled Athletes Through Visual Mapping

The rehabilitation of disabled athletes is a critical area of research aimed at improving athletes' performance and well-being. This bibliometric analysis examines scientific studies related to the rehabilitation of disabled athletes, focusing on trends, authors, publications and interdisciplinary collaborations.

This study seeks to provide quantitative and qualitative insights into the trends, interdisciplinary collaborations, and significant contributions in the rehabilitation of disabled athletes.

Bibliometric analysis of 660 scientific publications related to the rehabilitation of disabled athletes, from 1975 to 2023.

The analysis reveals that research in this field is multidisciplinary, encompassing sports, medicine, rehabilitation and education. Studies focused on disabled athletes and their rehabilitation.

Rehabilitation plays a vital role in disabled athletes' lives, aiding in injury recovery and enhancing overall health and performance.

The United States leads in research output. Collaborative networks among authors are evident, indicating joint research efforts. Identification of research trends, prominent authors  Bartosz Molik and Natalia Morgulec-Adamowicz), collaborative networks and common keywords (e.g., adaptive sports, disability, rehabilitation). Keywords such as adaptive sports, disability and rehabilitation are frequently mentioned, reflecting the focus of research.

The rehabilitation of disabled athletes is a growing field with significant contributions from researchers worldwide. Collaborative efforts and interdisciplinary approaches are essential for advancing knowledge and improving the lives of disabled athletes.