BALANCE AND PLYOMETRIC TRAINING IN VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS: RCT IN A ROMANIAN SCHOOL

Mariasole Antonietta Guerriero, Davide Mayol, Francesco Paolo Colecchia, Alexandru Valentin Enache, Emese Agnes Maniu, Dragoș Adrian Maniu, Vlad Teodor Grosu, Emilia Florina Grosu

Abstract


Balance without visual stimuli impairs vestibular and proprioceptive integration, leading to instability. Comparative studies show deficits on unstable surfaces, though compensatory mechanisms appear with proprioceptive stimulation or plyometric exercises. This study assessed 36 students with visual impairment after 15 weeks of plyometric training, showing improved stability and reduced postural oscillations.


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physical activity; disability; plyometric training;

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