Citation

Nasuti G, Temple VA. Int. J. Rehabil. Res. 2010; 33(3): 193-198.

Affiliation

School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education, University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

10.1097/MRR.0b013e32833638a5

PMID

20147840

Abstract

Snow sports are popular pastimes with therapeutic potential. The aim of this review is to evaluate the risk of injury and evidence of benefits of alpine skiing (including sit-skiing), Nordic skiing, and snowboarding for people with disabilities. Ten studies met the inclusion criteria from 357 citations. Research in this area is still in its infancy, but the risks of engaging in snow sports appear no greater than those of the general population, and there is some evidence that skiing can positively influence self-esteem, physical self-worth, standing balance, and gross motor function among individuals with a disability.

Language: en