Palaestra articles from March 1991

Palaestra archives from March 1991

Using velcro to assist badminton players who are disabled or elderly. (velcro on butt end of racquet, and on shuttlecock, allows the shuttlecock to be picked up without bending) (column)
March 22, 1991... Using Velcro to Assist Badminton Players Who Are Disabled or Elderly PL 94-142 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (PL 93-112) have been responsible for enormous strides in enabling persons with disabilities to seek sport and recreation...

Wheelchair propulsion by Class II athletes with cerebral palsy: a quantitative look. (athletes using their feet for propulsion) (column)
March 22, 1991... Wheelchair Propulsion by Class II Athletes wity Cerebral Palsy: A Quantitative Look Introduction Much has been written concerning wheelchair propulsion using the upper body; however, the literature is sparse when addressing the use of...

Fluid replacement during exercise. (fluid replacement drinks) (column)
March 22, 1991... Fluid Replacement During Exercise To date, no one would claim that the perfect solution has been designed that suits all individuals for all sporting activities. Yet, in the quest for the ideal solution, much has been learned about stomach...

Effects of exercise on selected physical fitness components of an ambulatory quadriplegic.
March 22, 1991... Effects of Exercise on Selected Physical Fitness Components of an Ambulatory Quadriplegic Since 1970 there appear to have been steady increases in sport participation, as well as fitness and movement capacity levels of individuals with...

Adapted physical education. (biographical sketches of outstanding professionals; Leadership in Sport for the Disabled, Adapted Physical Education, and Therapeutic Recreation)
March 22, 1991... ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION Dr. David M. Auxter A retrospective view of the fields of adapted physical education and sport for disabled individuals cannot be complete without recognizing the work of Dr. David M. Auxter. A...

Sport for the disabled. (biographical sketches of outstanding professionals; Leadership in Sport for the Disabled, Adapted Physical Education, and Therapeutic Recreation)
March 22, 1991... SPORT FOR THE DISABLED Dr. Charles Edwin Buell Pioneer. Innovator. Crusader. Advocate. Teacher. Coach. Scholar. Dedicated. These are just a few words describing Dr. Charles Edwin Buell, the man and his contributions to...

Therapeutic recreation. (biographical sketches of outstanding professionals; Leadership in Sport for the Disabled, Adapted Physical Education, and Therapeutic Recreation)
March 22, 1991... THERAPEUTIC RECREATION Dr. Fred Humphrey Dr. Fred Humphrey's interest in sport and recreation began in early life. He was very active in high school athletics and played varsity sports at Tarkio College in Missouri. He joined the...

ArcadeAccess: pinball providing active recreation opportunities to persons with upper extremity impairment.
March 22, 1991... ArcadeAccess[TM]: Pinball Providing Active Recreation Opportunities to Persons with Upper Extremity Impairment One important factor contributing to an individual's life satisfaction is that derived from participation in leisure activities...

A summary of the first and second Canadian Deaf Sports Conferences.
March 22, 1991... A Summary of the First and Second Canadian Deaf Sport Conferences The Canadian Deaf Sports Association held its first-ever national deaf sport conference on June 2, 1989, in Ottawa, Canada. The conference featured six presentations which are...

Games, Sports, and Exercises for the Physically Disabled, 4th ed.
March 22, 1991... Games, sports, and exercises for the physically disabled (Fourth Edition). Philadelphia: Lee & Febiger (200 Chester Field Parkway, Malvern, PA 19355-9725), ISBN 0-8121-1180-X. Paperback, 363 pg, (8 1/2 x 11), 252 illustrations. $34.50. The...

Directory of Building and Equipment Grants.
March 22, 1991... Directory of building and equipment grants. Loxahatchee, FL: Research Grant Guides (PO Box 1214, 33470), ISBN 0-94507801-3). Paperback, 186 pg, $34.50 plus $4.00 handling charge. Funding sources (538) for equipment, building, and renovation...

Handicapped Funding Directory. 7th ed.
March 22, 1991... Handicapped funding directory. (Seventh Edition). Loxahatchee, FL: Research Grant Guides (PO Box 1214, 33470), ISBN 0-945078-02-1. Paperback, 251 pg, $39.50 plus $4.00 handling charge. Listed are 1,242 foundations, corporations, government...

Research and Perspectives on Adapted Physical Activity in Europe.
March 22, 1991... Research and perspective on adapted physical activity in Europe. Trevor Williams (Editor). Loughborough, England: Loughborough University (Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Leicestershire LE11 3TU. The European Association...

Spinal Disorders in the Child and Adolescent (Spine: State of the Art Reviews), vol. 4.
March 22, 1991... Spinal disorders in the child and adolescent (Spine: State of the Art Reviews-Volume 4/Number 1). Philadelphia: Hanley & Belfus, Inc. (210 South 13th Street, 19107). (ISBN 0-932883-80-X. $35.00.257 pg, hardcover). This issue (similar...

Fitness of the Aged, Disabled, and Industrial Worker.
March 22, 1991... Fitness of the aged, disabled, and industrial worker. (International Series on Sport Sciences, Volume 20). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Books (Dept. 513, Box 5076, 61825-5076). (ISBN 0-87322-262-8. $35.00. 288 pg, hard cover). This...

Competitive Anxiety in Sport.
March 22, 1991... Competitive anxiety in sport. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers (Dept. 513, Box 5076). (ISBN-0-87322-264-4. $36.00. 275 pg, hard cover). This comprehensive review of research describes theoretical bases and development procedures...

Bold Tracks: Skiing for the Disabled, 2d ed.
March 22, 1991... Bold tracks: Skiing for the disabled (Second Edition edited by Mary M. Meinig). Evergreen, CO: Cordillera Press, Inc. (PO Box 3699, 80439). ISBN 0-917895-22-3. Paperback, 152 pg. $ 16.95. This manual is designed for people involved in...

In Pursuit of Excellence: How to Win in Sport and Life Through Mental Training, 2d ed.
March 22, 1991... In pursuit of excellence: How to win in sport and life through mental training. (2nd Ed). Champaign, IL: Leisure Press (A Division of Human Kinetics Publishers.) (Box 5076, 61825-5076). (ISBN: 0-88011-380-4. $12.95. 193 pg, paper cover). ...

Financial Aid for the Disabled and Their Families (1990-1991).
March 22, 1991... Financial aid for the disabled and their families (1990-1991). San Carlos, CA: Reference Service Press (1100 Industrial Road, Suite 9, 94070). (ISBN 0-918276-10-1. Cloth 8 1/2 x 11 inches; 307 pg. $35, plus $3 S&H). Comprehensive...

Physician's Guide to Insulin Dependent (Type I) Diabetes: Diagnosis and Treatment.
March 22, 1991... Physician's guide to insulin dependent (type I) diabetes: Diagnosis and treatment. Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association (1660 Duke Street, 22314). (ISBN 0-945448-01-5. 150 pg, paper cover, spiral bound). This publication provides...

Canoeing and Kayaking for Persons with Physical Disabilities.
March 22, 1991... Canoeing and kayaking for persons with physical disabilities: Instruction manual. Newington, VA: American Canoe Association (8580 Cinderbed Road, PO Box 1190, 22122-1190), ISBN 0-943117-02-X. $14.95 plus $2.00 S&H (bulk discounts available). ...

Spinal Trauma, vol. 3.
March 22, 1991... Spinal trauma (Spine: State of the art series -- volume 3/number 2). Philadelphia: Hanley & Belfue, Inc. (210 South 13th Street, 19107). (ISBN 0-93288-78-8. $35.00. 384 pg, hard cover.). This issue (similar reviews on spinal trauma and...

Turtle Books. (books written from the points of view of handicapped children)
March 22, 1991... Turtble books. (Jason & Nordic Publishers, Box 1123, Exton, PA 19347); $5.95 each plus $2.50 shipping and handling. Turtle Books are unique in that they are written from points of view of children with various handicapping conditions. These...

John Hermanek. (profile of a physically handicapped boxer) (column)
March 22, 1991... John Hermanek Born: April 1, 1957 Ht/Wt: 6'2"/220 lbs Background: Focus on Training has traditionally highlighted athletes competing at the elite level within the familiar sports of tracks, field, swimming, cycling, and roadracing....

Pediatric AIDS: a new professional challenge. (column)
March 22, 1991... Pediatric AIDS: A New Professional Challenge Since acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) was first identified in 1981, no single individual has helped to bring more national attention to the disease than Ryan White. Once school...