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This case study aimed to design and pre-implement a program of physical activities in an aquatic environment for gait re-education in a person with an incomplete spinal cord injury. The research was developed in two phases: design and pre-implementation. For the program design phase, content analysis and observation methods were used, while in the other phase, qualitative techniques were also applied, including observation and interviews. Both phases covered a period of eight weeks.
The program design included strength, balance, and proprioception exercises, adapted to the individual needs of the participant and taking advantage of the therapeutic properties of the aquatic environment, such as buoyancy and controlled resistance. During the pre-implementation phase, the aim was to understand the perception of the study participant regarding variables such as safety, infrastructure, the team of specialists, among others.
The preliminary results indicate that the program design gave the participant confidence and a sense of security in being able to carry out the planned activities. The potential of the aquatic environment in the rehabilitation process should also be highlighted. This work provides a practical reference for professionals in rehabilitation, Physical Education, and health who seek innovative and effective alternatives for the functional recovery of people with spinal cord injuries.
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