Adaptive technology on the water: Our journey to enhance performance for a person with hemiplegia

Participation in sports has a profound ability to empower the participant, while providing social connections and a wide array of health benefits. Sports can provide a transformative opportunity for people with a disability who may be coping with societal stigmas, limited access or equipment, and reduced self-efficacy and independence. However, these barriers may discourage those with disabilities from participating in physical activity that can promote physical, mental, and psychosocial health (Borland et al., 2020).