The Development of Evidence-Based Classification of Vision Impairment in Judo: A Delphi Study.

ABSTRACT: Objective: Most para-sports group athletes into "classes" to compete against others with similar activity limitations. Judokas with vision impairment (VI) instead all compete in the same class irrespective of their level of impairment. There is considerable controversy whether this approach represents a legitimate way to structure judo competition. The aim of this study was to establish expert opinion on the requirements for an evidence-based classification system for VI judo. Methods: A panel of 18 athletes, coaches, and administrators participated in a three-round Delphi review process. Expert opinions were canvased for a large range of issues related to classification in judo. Between rounds, results were summarized and further questions were asked on topics where consensus was not reac

SUBMITTER: Krabben KJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6384233 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature