A short review of five randomised trials finds that aerobic exercise improves fitness, mood, and daily function in people with spinal cord injury. It is a safe, low-cost addition to rehabilitation, but the best dose and duration are still unclear.
Across five randomised controlled trials, aerobic training improved well-being, functionality, and overall health in paraplegic spinal cord injury patients.
The review suggests approximately three sessions per week, each lasting about one hour, for at least 12 weeks as a starting point for improving functional ability and posture control.
The exercise regimens, timing, and frequency varied across the included studies, and the authors state that further research is needed to identify the optimal protocol and long-term effects.
Single-blind randomized controlled trial. Sixty-four participants were randomized across two intervention arms and assessed at twelve weeks for the primary outcome…
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