The Effect of Special Exercises Accompanied by Electrical Muscle Stimulation on Some Physical Abilities of Wheelchair Basketball Players

The study aimed to determine the effect of special exercises accompanied by electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) on developing physical abilities in wheelchair basketball players, including explosive arm power, speed-strength, and transitional speed. The research problem focused on the need to clarify the effectiveness of EMS integration compared with traditional training methods in improving physical performance among wheelchair basketball players The experimental method was applied using a two-group equivalent design (experimental and control). The research sample consisted of (12) players from the national wheelchair basketball team, divided into two equal groups of (6) players. The experimental group performed a special exercise program supported by EMS for (6) weeks, with (3) training sessions per week, while the control group continued traditional exercises Pre- and post-tests were conducted to measure the studied physical abilities. The results showed significant differences between pre- and post-tests in favor of the experimental group in all variables. The t-value for explosive arm power reached (4.869) at (p < 0.01), while speed-strength and transitional speed also showed significant improvements, including (t = 5.822, p < 0.01)Post-test comparisons between the two groups indicated the superiority of the experimental group. The mean value of explosive arm power was (6.342) compared with (5.442) for the control group, speed-strength was (7.667) compared with (5.500), and transitional speed was (5.140) compared with (5.925), with significant differences at (p < 0.05)The study concluded that special exercises combined with electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) effectively improved the physical abilities of wheelchair basketball players by enhancing neuromuscular activation and increasing rapid force production. The findings highlight the importance of applying modern training methods to support athletic performance and contribute to Good Health through promoting physical fitness and effective training practices for athletes with disabilities