Affiliations: [a] Virginia NeuroCare, Charlottesville, VA, USA | [b] Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Richmond, VA, USA | [x] P.O. Box 980661, Richmond, VA 23298, USA, Tel.: +1 804 828 4233; Fax: +1 804 828 5074; E-mail: [email protected] | [y] Virginia Commonwealth University, MCV Campus, PO Box 980677, Richmond, VA 23298-0677, USA, Tel.: +1 804 828 5401; Fax: +1 804 828 6340; E-mail: [email protected]
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Address for correspondence: Michelle A. Meade, Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University, MCV Campus, P.O. Box 980677, Richmond, VA 23298-0677, USA. Fax: +1 804 828 6340; E-mail: [email protected]
Abstract: Recreation and sports following Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) are beneficial, but under-studied, aspects of community integration. Previous studies have shown that sports and recreation can offer numerous physiological and psychological benefits to those who participate. This manuscript critically reviews available literature focused upon participation in recreation and sports among persons with SCI. Issues of participation, technology and safety are discussed and recommendations are provided.
