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Internal disorders and sports

Internal disorders are dysfunctions of internal organs.The Act on Welfare of Physically Disabled Persons defines seven types of functional disorders: heart function, respiratory system function, kidney function, bladder/rectal function, small intestine function, immune function due to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and liver function. I am.

[Heart plus mark]
It refers to a person who has an internal disability. (Heart Plus Association, a specified non-profit organization)

Communication considerations and points

Internal disorders are ``invisible disorders'' that most people cannot see from the outside.As a result, it is difficult to gain the understanding of those around them, and they are susceptible to stress.

Be careful of infections such as colds

People with internal disorders often have less physical strength than healthy people and are more susceptible to infections such as colds.If the person you are dealing with has a cold, please take precautions such as wearing a mask to avoid infecting them.

Prepare a chair and try to respond in a short time

It's not just the organs that are damaged, but the general condition of the patient that is suffering from the disease is often in decline, making them very tired.Take precautions such as carrying heavy luggage, recommending a chair when responding, and responding as quickly as possible.

A correct understanding of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

HIV is a disease with a lot of stigma and discrimination.Body fluids such as saliva, tears, and urine do not contain enough virus to infect other people, so there is no risk of getting infected by sharing pools, toilets, or equipment. Please have the correct knowledge about HIV and be careful about the other person's privacy when dealing with them.

◎Ostomate
In many cases of bladder and rectal dysfunction, excretion is managed using an artificial anus or an artificial bladder (called a stoma).People with a stoma are called ostomates.

[Ostomate mark]
This indicates that there are facilities for people who have an artificial anus or artificial bladder (ostomates). (Transportation Ecology and Mobility Foundation)

Key points for handling each facility (internal failure)

Shared facilities

• Lobby/corridor/common space
• Changing room
• Shower

Sports Facilities

• gymnasium
• Training room/gym
• Pool
• Other outdoor facilities