The Fair Use of Lower-Limb Running Prostheses: A Delphi Study
- Autores: Bryce Dyer, Siamak Noroozi, Philip Sewell, Sabi Redwood
- Localización: Adapted physical activity quaterly, ISSN 0736-5829, Vol. 28, Nº. 1, 2011, págs. 16-26
- Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
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
