ISPRM Task Force Advances Physical Activity for Persons with Disabilities at ISPRM 2024

At the #ISPRM2024 congress in Sydney, the Physical Activity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force held its second session, focusing on advancing physical activity initiatives and research for individuals with disabilities. Led by Nora Newcomb, Uma Pandiyan, and Abderrazak Hajjioui, the task force is committed to developing evidence-based recommendations and expanding international collaboration to promote healthy lifestyles for persons with disabilities.

Progress and Plans Ahead

Nora Newcomb shared the excitement surrounding the task force’s successful sessions at the congress, where they also held a productive business meeting to outline their structure and goals for the coming year. “We have a wonderful team,” she commented, highlighting the dedication and synergy among members.

Dr. Uma Pandiyan, who has been part of the task force since its inception five years ago, reflected on the task force’s significant contributions, including a community survey conducted during COVID-19 and four published papers. She invited new members to join, emphasizing the ongoing collaborative efforts to advance international, multi-dimensional research and knowledge sharing within the task force.

Workshops and Future Recommendations

Dr. Abderrazak Hajjioui highlighted the task force’s workshops on prescribing physical activity for persons with disabilities, which took place during the congress. He noted that the sessions served as a platform for discussing recommendations from an international scientific perspective. “We invite all members interested in disability, physical activity, and promoting healthy lifestyles to join us,” he said, emphasizing the open, collaborative nature of the task force.

The Physical Activity for Persons with Disabilities Task Force is paving the way for new standards in promoting physical activity and health for people with disabilities, fostering a community dedicated to enhancing quality of life worldwide.