Thomas Rietveld

Postdoctoral Research Associate | Wheelchair sports and technology | Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport

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More impactful research delivered by @PHC_Lboro 👇

[Loughborough University Research and Innovation @lboroimpact]

Our sports wheelchair configuration research is (literally) game changing. Our new wheelchair set-up is making tennis more inclusive – and giving athletes a competitive edge. Find out how at https://t.co/Nuzj71X1i2

[The Peter Harrison Laboratory @PHC_Lboro]

“Address the lack of research in Para sport by embedding students in doctoral programmes”

Read how our director Vicky uses The Embedded Scientist Approach within her doctoral researchers personal and academic journeys.

⬇️ https://t.co/geTfTWWdt2

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Loughborough University 🤝 University of Groningen

Congratulations to @RowieJanssen 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.

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Recent PHC news!

From publications to VC awards, members of the PHC have had a busy and successful few months. Check out our latest news here:

https://t.co/TodNi74OUE

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Rowie Janssen ontwikkelde een protocol om het vermogen van rolstoelsporters te meten en te verbeteren, en promoveert komende vrijdag op dit onderwerp! Lees meer in dit uitgebreide interview van @nrc van afgelopen zaterdag👨‍🦽👉 https://t.co/UYgYg5BX4H @RowieJanssen

[Int'l Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance @IJSPPjournal]

Now ahead of print: The Effect of a Newly Developed Hand Rim on Mobility Performance and Propulsion Technique in Wheelchair Tennis Players by @Thomas_2016, @RowieJanssen, @lucasvdwoude, @RiemerVegter & @DeGrootSonja https://t.co/iBKWF0XJ5q

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The PHC are on a roll!! 🏆🏆

At this year’s VC awards, the PHC picked up the “Sporting Advancement” award for our Wimbledon Project, alongside Christof Leicht who won “Innovation & Impact in Education”

Congratulations to our winners!!

Full story to follow….

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Our “Road to Paris” team are incredibly proud to have won the Team of the Year award at last night’s PhD awards 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Our staff and doctoral researchers have worked incredibly hard on lead up to and throughout the Paralympic Games, well done all!

One team ❤️

[Loughborough University @lborouniversity]

Researchers from @PHC_Lboro have been supporting @ww_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 ➡️ https://t.co/D5OUSFkT75

#Lboro2Paris

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Loughborough University & PHC research: Paving the way for wheelchair tennis success at #Paris2024

Read here to find out how we are supporting wheelchair tennis athletes with their performance 🎾💪🏼

https://t.co/fb3HhH3VOm

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Over the last several months, PHC research has been taking place to support World Wheelchair Rugby’s @ww_rugby commitment and strategy to increasing female participation in the sport.

Full story here:

🔗 https://t.co/DAzdham2SE

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📍Wimbledon

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Members of the PHC are back on Wimbledon courts today.

Watch this space for more exciting updates!

[Thomas Miller @firsthurdlepsy]

A great day at Wimbledon with the PHC team! Amazing to see the entertainment that Wheelchair Tennis brings on a prestigious stage! 🎾

[Loughborough University @lborouniversity]

The Peter Harrison Centre Paris 2024 Kit Revealed 🇫🇷

@PHC_Lboro 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 ➡️ https://t.co/hCiyVEzRVn

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Great to have PHC members @firsthurdlepsy @Thomas_2016 and Vicky down at the Wheelchair Tennis British Open this week!

Not long now until #Wimbledon , stay tuned for more wheelchair tennis updates!

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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!🎾
@biomechstu

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It’s Wheelchair Tennis season! 🎾

Marking the British Open and upcoming Wimbledon Championships, join us as we reflect on the range of Wheelchair Tennis research within the PHC over the years

Stay tuned as we share some key throwbacks!

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The PHC are officially kitted out for the #Paris2024 Paralympic trip!

Many thanks to @KukriSports for providing our kit.

Not long now until we head out to Paris!🇫🇷

[The Peter Harrison Laboratory @PHC_Lboro]

The #RoadToParis continues with our #100daystogo Seminar next Tuesday!

Researchers from France, the Netherlands and members of the PHC will be presenting a range of para sport research.

Got a question or interested in joining? Email @t[email protected]

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