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Intellectual disability (ID) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by deficits in intellectual and adaptive functioning that manifest during the developmental period. This condition encompasses challenges in reasoning, memory, problem-solving, and learning, accompanied by impairments in everyday life skills, such as communication, self-care, and social interactions. Intellectual disability affects approximately 1% of the population in the United States, impacting an estimated 5...
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Limited research exists on sports injuries in athletes with intellectual disabilities. While data quality is improving, more detailed studies are needed to understand injury patterns in this population.

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  • Sports Medicine
  • Disability Studies
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Intellectual disabilities present unique considerations for athletic participation.
  • Understanding sports injury patterns is crucial for athlete safety and performance.
  • Existing literature on this topic is sparse and often lacks detailed injury specifics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a scoping review of sports-related injury patterns in athletes with intellectual disabilities.
  • To identify trends and gaps in the existing research literature.
  • To inform future research directions and athlete safety protocols.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was performed by librarians.
  • Studies were screened for relevance to sports injuries in athletes with intellectual disabilities.
  • A total of 12 articles were selected from an initial pool of 646.
  • Data quality and trends over time were assessed.

Main Results:

  • The majority of reviewed studies reported injuries from individual Special Olympics events.
  • Detailed injury specifics were often lacking in the selected literature.
  • A notable increase in the number and quality of relevant studies began in 2022.
  • Overall, limited literature exists on this specific topic.

Conclusions:

  • There is a significant gap in research regarding sports injury patterns in athletes with intellectual disabilities.
  • While recent studies show improvement in data quality, comprehensive research is still needed.
  • Further investigation is recommended to enhance the safety and well-being of these athletes.