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Strength and Stability: Exploring the Trunk Connection and Performance in Bocce Players with Cerebral Palsy

This research project explores the relationship between upper limb strength and trunk control in Boccia players with cerebral palsy. Through a cross-sectional study with 14 international players, it will be analyzed how hand strength and trunk control correlate during international competition, with the aim of improving sports classification and player performance.

This research project seeks to understand the relationship between upper limb strength and trunk control in Boccia players with cerebral palsy. Using a cross-sectional study with 14 international players, we aim to improve sports classification and player performance through understanding how hand strength and trunk control correlate during competition. The need for this project lies in improving the sport classification of Boccia players with cerebral palsy, as understanding the relationship between upper limb strength and trunk control can help better define sport categories and improve the performance of the players. This would address the problems of inadequate classification and the lack of use of the sports resources available to this group.

The main purpose of this project is to identify the relationship between trunk control and upper limb strength in Boccia players with cerebral palsy, with the aim of improving the sports classification and performance of the players.

Targets

1. Analyze the relationship between trunk control and hand strength in players classified in Boccia categories 1 and 2.

2. To examine the relationship between trunk control and upper limb grip strength in players classified in Boccia categories 1 and 2.

3. To evaluate the relationship between trunk control and isometric arm strength in players classified in Boccia categories 1 and 2.

Approach and strategies

The study will use a transversal approach and a collaboration with the BISFed and the Aspace Catalunya Foundation. Strategies include assessment of upper limb strength and trunk control during the Boccia World Cup in São Paulo, using tools such as the Trunk Control Measurement Scale (TCMS) and hand dynamometers.

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Planned activities

1. Selection of 14 international Boccia players.

2. Evaluation of upper limb strength and trunk control during international competition.

3. Statistical analysis of the data collected with the help of SPSS software.

Expected benefits

In the short term, it is hoped to improve the sports classification of Boccia players with cerebral palsy. In the medium and long term, an improvement in sports performance and greater inclusion in the sports field for this group is expected. At the community level, this study can lead to improved understanding and support for people with cerebral palsy in the sporting field.

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