MS WELLNESS-OXi IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH HEALTH CONDITIONS

Abstract

Aim. This paper aims to justify the use of an electronic body composition analyzer (MS FIT) for improving the psychoemotional and functional state of students with various health conditions. Materials and methods. The study involved first-year students of the special medical group (SMG) at Plekhanov university (n = 40). The psychophysiological and functional assessment of students was performed with the MS WELLNESS-OXi functional fitness testing system. The recommendations (MS FIT) on the structure, content, and intensity of physical exercises were introduced into the physical education of the experimental group (N1, n = 20). In the control group (N2, n = 20), a traditional PE program for students with health conditions was used. The study methods involved a multi-frequency analysis of body composition, skin-galvanic response measurements, rhythm strip analysis, a digital analysis of pulse waves, and statistical processing. Results. The use of MS FIT in N1 resulted in a marked increase in the functional capabilities of the body compared with group N2. Significant changes (p < 0.05) in body composition were re­corded, along with fatigue improvement and positive changes in the spinal column. Conclusion. The use of the MS WELLNESS-OXI electronic body composition analyzer contributed to health enhancement in students and their successful social adaptation to modern living conditions.