PhD A.I. Salmova¹
PhD, Associate Professor L.A. Parfenova^1
1Volga Region State University of Physical Culture, Sport and Tourism, Kazan

Keywords: social sports rehabilitation, billiards, combat veterans.

Introduction. In the context of developing the system of state support for combat veterans in Russia, the development and scientific substantiation of innovative methods of social and sports rehabilitation using accessible and effective means acquires particular importance and corresponds to the priority areas of the state's social policy. It is crucial to ensure the psycho-emotional component of the recovery process. In this context, the use of billiard sports represents a promising direction that combines moderate-intensity physical activity with high concentration and psycho-emotional involvement. To date, there is experience in organizing billiard sports sessions for combat veterans in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

The aim of the study is to determine the organizational and methodological features of social and sports rehabilitation for combat veterans based on the means of billiard sports.

Results and Discussion. Our own experience has allowed us to propose organizational and methodological techniques for adapting the content of billiard sports sessions for combat veterans:

It is advisable to begin training on reduced-size tables for Pool and Pyramid (6-7 feet), which facilitates movement around the table for individuals with musculoskeletal injuries.

In limited space conditions, a classic billiard table can be replaced by a novuss table.

For participants with injuries or partial amputation of the upper limbs, adapted cues and special auxiliary devices are used.
When organizing the training process, the game method with a gradual increase in task complexity is optimal. It is preferable to conduct sessions in pairs or mini-groups (3-4 people), which contributes to creating an atmosphere of mutual support and overcoming psychological isolation. An individual approach to workload dosage is necessary, considering the nature of injuries and concomitant diseases of each participant.

Conclusion. Billiard sports are an effective means of comprehensive social and sports rehabilitation for combat veterans. Provided that equipment is properly adapted, methodological support is provided by qualified trainers, and it is integrated into an adaptive physical culture program, billiard sessions contribute to the restoration of coordination skills, improvement of psychological state, and social re-adaptation of participants. It is recommended to include billiard sessions as a mandatory component of comprehensive rehabilitation programs, with a mandatory system for monitoring effectiveness and further scientific testing of the methods. This will not only expand the arsenal of rehabilitation tools but also ensure an individualized approach to restoring the physical and psychological health of veterans.

References

1. Romanov K.P., Parfenova L.A., Sal'mova A.I. Primenenie bilyarda v kompleksnoy reabilitatsii veteranov boyevykh deystviy [The application of billiard in the comprehensive rehabilitation of combat veterans]. Teoriya i praktika fizicheskoy kultury. 2024. No. 11. P. 104.