The Influence of Physical Activity Regime on Body Composition in Teenagers With and Without Intellectual Disabilities
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Published:2024-02-06
Issue:1
Volume:15
Page:377-397
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ISSN:2067-3957
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Container-title:BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience
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Short-container-title:BRAIN
Author:
Puni Alexandru-Rareș,Cojocariu Adrian,Abalașei Beatrice-Aurelia,Popescu Lucian,Martinaș Florentina-Petruța,Bulduș Codruța-Florina,Tătăranu Elena,Popa Cristian,Ene-Voiculescu Carmen,Pârvu Carmen,Ungurean Bogdan-Constantin
Abstract
This study aims to assess several morphofunctional parameters in female teenagers with and without intellectual disability to characterise normality and its disturbances. More precisely, the purpose was to examine the factors contributing to the differences in body composition elements between groups, such as the physical activity level. To evaluate these parameters, we used bioelectrical impedance analysis technology (BIA), most commonly used in studies concerning body composition because it is non-invasive, quick, with high data fidelity; it can be easily moved to various locations and applied straightforwardly among populations with diverse types of intellectual disability. Our research sample comprised 212 subjects (boys and girls) aged 17.1±0.6, divided into six groups by gender and type of intellectual disability. The study found influences of physical activity level on body composition components. In addition, we report a highly significant relationship for p<0.05, body mass index and the independent variable (No. of min./week) in some groups.
Publisher
Asociatia LUMEN