This directory contains resources for athletes with disabilities who wish to engage in sports competitions and activities, and for physiatrists and the general public who would like to volunteer with these organizations.
Review Date: December 04, 2012
American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Spine experts agree that physical activity is important for people with low back pain. This brochure will show you how to stay active
while controlling your pain, and how proper activity may help protect against recurring back pain.
Review Date: September 26, 2011
North American Spine Society
Use this checklist to assess how much time in an average week you spend doing physical activities. Additionally, the checklist can help you determine what it would take to raise your level of self-confidence for physical activity.
Review Date: February 02, 2012
Center for Research on Women with Disabilities
Disabled Sports USA provides articles on how people with disabilities can get involved with various sports and physical activities.
Review Date: July 23, 2012
Disabled Sports USA
Download free brochures on exercise for dialysis patients, tips for traveling, employment and vocational rehabilitation, and more.
Review Date: January 25, 2013
Life Options Rehabilitation Program
The American Cancer Society offers these questions and answers to address common concerns of cancer survivors regarding diet and physical activity.
Review Date: March 12, 2013
American Cancer Society
This brief history of the practice and philosophy of Tai Chi includes the roles of meditation, movement and deep breathing in improving health, balance, wellness and sleep.
Review Date: March 02, 2011
American Tai Chi Association
Find a Special Olympics office near you to learn about volunteering or how children and adults with intellectual disabilities can participate in year-round sports training and competition.
Review Date: December 04, 2012
Special Olympics
Search by zip code for disability-related sporting events throughout the United States.
Review Date: December 04, 2012
Disabled Sports USA
Tai chi, which originated in China as a martial art, is a mind-body practice in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Tai chi is sometimes referred to as "moving meditation"—practitioners move their bodies slowly, gently, and with awareness, while breathing deeply.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
NIH National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine - NCCAM
Find a local Tai Chi or Qigong class to enhance your health and wellness. Classes and instructors are listed by city.
Review Date: February 11, 2013
American Tai Chi Association
