WZAOC 2019
Definitions:
Standing Division Variations
2pts Upper is 2 points of contact on a barbell or equipment
2pts Lower is 2 points of contact on the floor
1pntUpper is 1 point of contact on bar (no strap replacing limb)
1pntLower is 1 point of contact with floor (no prosthetic) (double leg amputees will be classified in this category) 1 point may use a box during squatting and hinging movements for safety
Major Neuro
Major neurological conditions where all 4 limbs are affected by balance,mobility, and coordination limitations.
Visual Impaired
one or very limited vision.
These athletes will follow the standards for Standing Upper 2ptsunless otherwise written in the description of the event..
Seated Division Variations
Seated Low: athletes with only two lower limbs affected by a spinal injury, amputation, or impairment that affects the athlete from the thoracic seventh vertebrae (T-7) to the lumbar third vertebrae (L-3).
Seated High: athletes with only two lower limbs affected by a spinal injury, amputation, or impairment that affects the athlete from the thoracic sixth vertebrae (T-6) to the cervical fifth vertebrae (C-5).
Multi Limb: athletes are Seated athletes with two lower limbs and at least one upper limb impaired that affects grip. Must have core and hip flexors affected to be in this category.
