Abstract. The aim of this paper was to study the effect of swimming training on the cardio-respiratory system of paraplegics. The observation of 60 paraplegics (34 males and 26 females) was carried out during the three years experiment. To measure a cardio respiratory efficiency level we used Skibinski's cardio-respiratory index (SCRI). Mter three years of the swimming training programme the SCRI value increased fo ur times.
Summary. This is a programme involving active education in which not only those with paraplegia but also their families participate. The purpose is to break down the psycho-social isolation barrier of the patient and, thereby, resulting in minimal dependence upon his surroundings.Also, presented are the results of tests made of the persons participating in this project. These tests indicate the efficacy of the method in obtaining the desired results.
adds to his cardiovascular assessment maximum oxygen consumption and if he can carry next time lactic acid it would be worth these two tests, as all of us know, are accurate tests more than vital capacity. Thank you.
The work of the Disabled Men’s Cooperatives in Poland is based on the principles generally accepted by the International Union of Cooperatives. The disabled whose ability to work is comparatively good, are employed in workshops or at home. They are given good medical care and the link between the physician and his patient plays a very important role. The approach to the patient is individual in each case. The patient should be well informed as to his condition and must realize that results are a question of time. The invalid’s approval of his new kind of work helps to develop his favourable attitude towards all medical advice.
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