title: Comparison of isokinetic peak force and power in adults with partial and total blindness.
abstract: For many populations the ability to move efficiently is compromised by an impaired muscular functioning. Strength development is necessary to overcome the effects of gravity to maintain posture and generate movement responses for mobility. The strength and power capabilities of individuals with total blindness (n = 12) were compared to those with partial vision (n = 12) to evaluate effects of vision on performance. Results indicate that (1) no significant differences were apparent between total blindness and partial vision, (2) significant sex differences were evident in each group, and (3) better performance was apparent at lower velocities. It was concluded that physical performance in individuals with blindness and partial vision are equally deficient.
authors.affiliation: The University of Georgia, Department of Kinesiology, 330 River Road, Ramsey Center, Athens, GA 30602, USA. mhorvat@uga.edu
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Horvat
authors.forename: Christopher
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Ray
authors.forename: Joe
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Nocera
authors.forename: Ron
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Croce
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001766:Blindness; D015444:Exercise; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D053580:Muscle Strength / Q000502:physiology*; D053581:Muscle Strength Dynamometer; D010809:Physical Fitness; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D019415:Torque