CP3 (classification)

Compared higher number CP classes, they have increased issues with head movement and trunk function.

Sportspeople in this class are eligible to participate in a number of sports on the elite level.

Cerebral Palsy-International Sports and Recreation Association (CP-ISRA) defined this class in January 2005 as, "Quadriplegic (Tetraplegic), Severe Hemiplegic - Moderate (asymmetric or symmetric) quadriplegic or severe hemiplegic in a wheelchair with almost full functional strength in dominant upper extremity.

It is rare for an athlete with athetosis to be included within this class unless he/she presents with a predominantly hemiplegic or triplegic profile with almost full function in the dominant upper limb.

[4][3] While CP2, CP3 and CP6 have similar issues with Athetoid or Ataxic, CP6 competitors have "flight" while they are ambulant in that it is possible for both feet to not be touching the ground while walking.

[8][9][6] Events that may be on the program for CP3 competitors include the club, discus throw, shot put and javelin.

[6] While F33/F53/F54/F55 throwers may be able to walk with assistance, competitors throw from a fixed seated position.

[12][13][14] People with cerebral palsy are eligible to compete in cycling at the elite level and at the Paralympic Games.

[4][17] Tricycles are required because their level of CP effects their balance and they are unable to use a standard bicycle.

[19][20] CP3 athletes are eligible to compete in skiing competitions at the elite level and the Paralympic Games.

[1] CP3 sportspeople with cerebral palsy are eligible to compete in swimming at the Paralympic Games.

[7] One of the standard means of assessing functional classification is the bench test, which is used in swimming, lawn bowls and wheelchair fencing.

[24] As part of the water test, swimmers are often required to demonstrate their swimming technique for all four strokes.