The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine spoke about adaptive badminton - the fastest racket sport, which is perfect for veterans of the Russian-Ukrainian war. This was reported by UNN with reference to the General Staff.
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As noted by the General Staff, war veterans can play both for fun and to build their sports future.
Badminton is an official Paralympic sport. European and World Championships and international tournaments are regularly held. This can open up a new goal for you - to go from training in the hall to pedestals on the world stage. Or you can just have a great time with friends and family
This sport is often recommended as part of physical recovery, especially if there are:
- injuries or amputations of the upper limb or lower
limbs (can be played both on prostheses and in a wheelchair);
- spinal cord injuries: special
sports wheelchairs are used;
- musculoskeletal disorders: gait disturbances,
limited joint mobility;
- PTSD and acoustic barotrauma: the game requires full concentration
of attention, which helps to switch the brain and relieve psychological tension.
The main rule is not to harm. It is not recommended to start training if there are:
- acute pain syndrome;
- unhealed wounds or active inflammatory processes;
- fresh injuries requiring rest; thrombosis or
serious heart problems;
- uncontrolled seizures or severe neurological conditions;
- fresh traumatic brain injuries (concussions, contusions,
intracranial hemorrhages).
Important: You should start exercising only after your condition has stabilized and with the permission of your doctor or rehabilitation specialist
Recall
In Ukraine, a new quarter of the "Veteran Sport" program has started, which provides veterans with UAH 1,500 to pay for sports halls. Applications are accepted until January 20.