VOICED : El taller Paralimpico de reparaciones clave para atletas en Rio

The video discusses the critical role of technical support for Paralympic athletes, focusing on the German company Ottobock, which provides repair services for prosthetics and wheelchairs at the Paralympics. Since 2004, Ottobock has operated a repair workshop in the Olympic villages, offering free services regardless of brand. The workshop is equipped with various materials and staffed by technicians from 30 countries. The video highlights the importance of quick repairs, especially for wheelchairs, and the advanced knowledge required to handle complex prosthetics. Athlete José Luis Casas shares his positive experience with the workshop, emphasizing the significance of biomechanics in optimizing performance. The workshop has completed over 1,200 repairs during the current Paralympics, underscoring its vital role in supporting athletes.

¿Por qué es crucial la biomecánica en la fabricación y ajuste de prótesis para los atletas?

¿Cuántas reparaciones ha realizado el taller durante esta edición de los Paralímpicos?