Estado da arte dos estudos do Para Judo: uma revisão de escopo

Abstract

Objective: To review the scientific production about Para Judo, determine the extent of research on this modality and suggest directions for future studies. Methods: We conducted a search in four databases (PubMed, Scopus, SPORTDiscus and Web of Science) without language and publication date limitations. The works were analyzed in relation to the frequency in nine areas of study. Results: The most common publication topics were related to performance analysis and sports classification (n = 8; 26.7% - each). In particular, these works sought to investigate the sports performance of para-

athletes from different sports classes, mainly using performance analysis as an indicator of competitive disadvantages. Most studies focused on para-athletes (n = 16; 55.2%), especially with a sample composed of elite para-athletes. Furthermore, the impact of visual impairment in the competitive context (n = 8; 27.6%) was also the main focus of the selected studies. Conclusion: We conclude that there is little variation in the themes addressed regarding Para Judo, with studies focusing on the themes sport classification and performance analysis. Future studies should be directed to para-athletes' health issues, to the study of socioeconomic determinants and to training coaches.