Petrozavodsk, Petrozavodsk, Russian Federation
Russian Federation
CSCSTI 14.00
CSCSTI 77.00
The purpose of the study is to analyze the sensory-motor response of blind and visually impaired athletes during the training process in table tennis. Research methods and organization. Research methods: analysis of scientific and pedagogical studies, testing, interviews. The diagnostic tools include tests such as the "falling ruler" test, the Romberg test, the "hit the hoop" test, the "throwing a ball at half strength" test, the "long jump at half strength" test, tremorometry, dynamometry, meter reproduction, and time perception. The study was conducted at the Center for Adaptive Physical Culture of Petrozavodsk State University over a two-year period. The category of participants consisted of twelve athletes aged between 25 and 50 years, who have visual impairments and participate in the Showdown table tennis section. Research results and conclusions. At the final stage of the study, a positive trend in quantitative indicators was observed across all control tests, albeit without confirmation of statistical significance. The participants reported a genuine perception of positive dynamics in their sensory-motor state, enabling them to navigate and overcome obstacles in their daily lives. The final results objectively corroborate the positive development of sensory-motor response among blind and visually impaired athletes during the table tennis training process. Subjective assessments from the participants indicate a beneficial impact of table tennis activities on the quality of daily life for individuals with visual impairments. Combined with a specially designed exercise program, table tennis can serve as both a means for the development of physical and psychomotor skills, as well as a tool for rehabilitation, social integration, and adaptation.
adaptive sports, table tennis, sensory-motor response, visual deprivation, quality of life
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