A Randomized, Crossover Clinical Trial of Exoskeletal-Assisted Walking to Improve Mobility, Bowel Function, and Cardiometabolic Profiles in Persons with SCI

Abstract

The primary objectives of this proposal are to achieve successful walking skills in the exoskeletal-assisted walking devices for an extended period of time and at specific velocities and distances over the course of 36 sessions in three months in people with chronic SCI who are wheelchair users for community mobility. The secondary objectives are to determine if 36 sessions in three months of walking is effective in improving bowel function and body composition. The exploratory objectives are to address additional questions concerning the retention or non-retention of positive changes, the effects of the increased physical activity from exoskeletal-assisted walking on vagal tone, orthostatic tolerance, lipid profile, total testosterone, estradiol levels, and quality of life (QOL).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2018
Accession Number
AD1093134

Entities

People

  • Ann M. Spungen

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Biomedical Research
  • Body Composition
  • Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Clinical Trials
  • Communities
  • Department Of Defense
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Health Services
  • High Density
  • Lipids
  • Medical Personnel
  • Mobility
  • New York
  • Physical Activity
  • Quality Of Life
  • Spinal Cord
  • Spinal Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Exercise and Sports Science.
  • Neurotrauma and Rehabilitation Medicine.