Paralympic & Adaptive

Deaf / Hard of Hearing Athlete

Sport and training program for deaf and hard of hearing athletes emphasizing visual cueing for coaching, vibratory feedback for timing, balance training without auditory input, and spatial awareness development.

Clinical note: Coaching must be visual-first. Demonstrate, do not rely on verbal instruction. Vibration-based timing tools can replace auditory start signals. Balance may be affected if vestibular function is involved.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Single Leg Balance
2 Hip Internal Rotation
3 Hip External Rotation
4 Ankle Dorsiflexion
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Cervical Axial Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Single Leg Balance
Hip Internal Rotation
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Cervical Axial Rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Deaf / Hard of Hearing Athlete assessment include?
The assessment covers Single Leg Balance, Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation, Ankle Dorsiflexion with functional screening criteria. It generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How is the Deaf / Hard of Hearing Athlete protocol different from a general assessment?
This protocol is calibrated specifically for deaf / hard of hearing athlete with 6 targeted tests, paralympic-specific benchmarks, and corrective exercises designed for this population's unique needs and constraints.
How do I get started with the Deaf / Hard of Hearing Athlete protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Deaf / Hard of Hearing Athlete protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Paralympic & Adaptive
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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