
Thomas Rietveld
@thomas_2016
Postdoctoral Research Associate | Wheelchair sports and technology | Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport
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22-03-2011 10:12:08
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The PHC are officially kitted out for the #Paris2024 Paralympic trip! Many thanks to Kukri Sports for providing our kit. Not long now until we head out to Paris!🇫🇷



Through 3D data collection, we have had the opportunity to investigate the serving techniques, speed and ball placements of wheelchair tennis serves with a view to enhance player performance, consistency & reduce injury risk. Check out our throwback video below!🎾 Stuart McErlain-Naylor

Great to have PHC members Thomas Miller Thomas Rietveld and Vicky down at the Wheelchair Tennis British Open this week! Not long now until #Wimbledon , stay tuned for more wheelchair tennis updates!


The Peter Harrison Centre Paris 2024 Kit Revealed 🇫🇷 The Peter Harrison Laboratory are excited to reveal our bespoke kit ready for a trip to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. With 2 months to go before members of the PHC head out to Paris 2024 Paralympics. Read here ➡️ lboro.uk/3RTXP1S





Over the last several months, PHC research has been taking place to support World Wheelchair Rugby’s World Wheelchair Rugby commitment and strategy to increasing female participation in the sport. Full story here: 🔗 lboro.ac.uk/media-centre/p…


Researchers from The Peter Harrison Laboratory have been supporting World Wheelchair Rugby with their commitment and strategy to increasing female participation in the sport. 🏉 The research will help ensure the International Rules support female athletes Read more ➡️ lboro.uk/3T2HubD #Lboro2Paris




Now ahead of print: The Effect of a Newly Developed Hand Rim on Mobility Performance and Propulsion Technique in Wheelchair Tennis Players by Thomas Rietveld, Rowie Janssen, Lucas van der Woude, Riemer Vegter & Sonja de Groot journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/…



Loughborough University 🤝 University of Groningen Congratulations to Rowie Janssen for a successful PhD defence! Great to have director Vicky in attendance, showcasing the great connections between the PHC and work over in the Netherlands.




More impactful research delivered by The Peter Harrison Laboratory 👇