Paralympic & Adaptive

Intellectual Disability Athlete

Adapted sport program for athletes with intellectual disabilities emphasizing simplified movement cueing, consistent routine structures, progressive skill building, and competition preparation within classification systems.

Clinical note: Use clear, consistent, simple instructions. Visual demonstrations are more effective than verbal explanations. Routine and repetition build confidence. Celebrate effort and participation, not just performance outcomes.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Single Leg Balance
2 Hip Internal Rotation
3 Ankle Dorsiflexion
4 Thoracic Extension
5 Shoulder Flexion
6 Straight Leg Raise

Risk Factors Assessed

Single Leg Balance
Hip Internal Rotation
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Thoracic Extension

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Intellectual Disability Athlete assessment include?
The assessment covers Single Leg Balance, Hip Internal Rotation, Ankle Dorsiflexion, Thoracic Extension with functional screening criteria. It generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How is the Intellectual Disability Athlete protocol different from a general assessment?
This protocol is calibrated specifically for intellectual disability 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 Intellectual Disability Athlete protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Intellectual Disability Athlete protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

Get your Intellectual Disability Athlete assessment

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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