The Fair use of lower-limb running prostheses: A Delphi study.

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Dyer, B. T.J., Noroozi, S., Sewell, P. and Redwood, S., 2011. The Fair use of lower-limb running prostheses: A Delphi study. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 28 (1), pp. 16-26.

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The purpose of this paper is to investigate the role of lower-limb running prostheses and stakeholders' perceptions of fairness in relation to their use in competitive disability sport. A Delphi study was conducted over three rounds to solicit expert opinion in a developing area of knowledge. High levels of consensus were obtained. The findings suggest that the prosthesis is defined as a piece of sporting equipment to restore athletes' function to enable them to take part in disability sport. In addition, the panel determined that the development of this technology should be considered to be integral to the sport's ethos. Crucially, prostheses technology should be monitored and have limits placed upon it to ensure fairness for both participants and stakeholders.

Item Type:Article
ISSN:0736-5829
Subjects:Technology > Manufacturing and Design > Design
Philosophy
Arts > Sports
Group:School of Design, Engineering & Computing > Design Simulation Research Centre
ID Code:19227
Deposited By:Mr Bryce Dyer
Deposited On:19 Jan 2012 11:39
Last Modified:07 Mar 2013 15:52

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