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Comparison of two Exercise Programs in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain
Lytras, D.1*, Koulis, N.2, Sykaras, E.1
1Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece 57001, Thermis, Thessaloniki.
2Physiotherapy Department, Technological Educational Institute of Sterea Ellada, Greece, 35100, Lamia.
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Abstract
Background: Neck pain is one of the most common and most costly musculoskeletal disorders in Western societies, which is characterized by frequent relapses and chronicity.… Read the rest
Investigation of atypical developmental coordination disorder, physical activity and body mass index in children Roma and non-Roma aged 10-12 years: A preliminary study
Koidou, V.1*, Koidou, I.2, Kourtessis, T.1, Kouli, O.1, Antoniou, P.1, Karaoglanidis, A.2, Tsartsapakis I.2
1School of Physical Education & Sport Science, Faculty of Physical Education & Sport Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, 69100, Greece.… Read the rest
Extreme sports injury: an applied approach to psychological effects and coping
Chárthaigh, N. N.*, Kouthouris, C., Goudas, M., Theodorakis, Y.
Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences, University of Thessaly, Karyes, 42100, Trikala, Greece
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Abstract
Background: Extreme sports tend to expose athletes to elevated levels of risk of injury and athletes often struggle with injury-related psychological demands.… Read the rest
Panathenaic Amphorae: Their evolution and contribution to the promotion of the Great Panathenaea
Anastasiou, A.1*, Panagiotou, A.2, Kaimakamis, V.1, Panou, E.3
1Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thermi 57001, Thessaloniki
2Isaak & Solomou 6, 62100 Serres
3Harilaou Trikoupi 28, 62100 Serres
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Abstract
The purpose of this study is to delve into the integral part sports played in Attica, as evidenced by the role they played in the Festival of Panathenaea and especially as is depicted on a specific vase form, the Panathenaic amphora.… Read the rest
The effect of Nintendo Wii on physical fitness of adolescents and young adults with mild and moderate intellectual disability
Techlikidou, E.1*, Michalopoulou, M.1, Kourtessis, T.1, Skordilis, E.2
1Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, University Campus, 69100 Komotini, Greece
2School of Physical Education and Sport Science, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 41, Ethnikis Antistasis, Avenue Dafni, 17237, Greece
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Abstract
The purpose of the current study was to examine the effect of a Wii program (Active, Fit Plus, Sports), in young adults and adolescents with mild/moderate intellectual disability.… Read the rest
Differences in motivation among female athletes that participate in ‘masculine’, ‘feminine’ and gender – ‘neutral’ sports
Simeonidou, S.*
School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thermi, 57001, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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Abstract
Self-determination theory (Deci and Ryan, 1985) constitutes a modern frame of studying motivation in sports domain. For the quantification of the basic principles of the theory, the Sport Motivation Scale was developed (Pelletier, Fortier, Vallerand, Tuson, Briere, and Blais, 1995).… Read the rest
Time characteristics of four consecutive Olympic Volleyball Games after the implementation of the new regulations
Kountouris, P.*, Aggelonidis, I., Drikos, S.
School of Physical Education and Sport Science, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens 41, Ethnikis Antistasis Avenue Athens, 17237, Greece
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Abstract
The purpose of the present study was to investigate the time characteristics four consecutive Olympic Games after the implementation of the new regulations, both in men and women.… Read the rest
Coronary Heart Disease Part II: Role of Physiotherapy
Themistocleous, I.-C1*., Stefanakis, M1., Douda, H2.
1Department of Life & Health Sciences, University of Nicosia, 46, Makedonitissas Avenue, Nicosia, 1700, Cyprus
2Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, University Campus, 69100 Komotini, Greece
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Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of disability globally and despite the advances in clinical care and medicine, continue to be the principal cause of morbidity and mortality.… Read the rest
Coronary Heart Disease Part I: Pathophysiology and Risk Factors
Themistocleous, I.-C1*., Stefanakis, M1., Douda, H2.
1Department of Life & Health Sciences, University of Nicosia, 46, Makedonitissas Avenue, Nicosia, 1700, Cyprus
2Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, University Campus, 69100 Komotini, Greece
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Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of disability globally and despite the advances in clinical care and medicine, continue to be the principal cause of morbidity and mortality.… Read the rest
Physical fitness and body mass index in Greek high school students
Argiropoulou, E.C.*, Michalopoulou, M., Douda, H., Agelousis, N.
Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, 69100, Greece
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Abstract
The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between performance in physical fitness tests and Body Mass Index in high school students in Greece.… Read the rest