This trial is enrolling individuals with cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries and their care partners, to test the effect of a six-month exercise program called Functional Interval Training. If included, participants will undergo 90 minute high intensity exercise classes, twice weekly for 6 months. The exercise classes include a 10-minute warm up, followed by 30-60 minutes of aerobic, resistance and/or balance training. The study will measure numerous outcomes including physical activity level, arm strength, aerobic capacity, and health-related quality of life outcomes.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
- Participants will undergo 90 minute high intensity exercise classes, for a maximum of twice weekly, for a total of 6 months. - During the exercise classes, participants will participate in a 10-minute warm up, followed by 30-60 minutes of aerobic, resistance and/or balance training. - Participants will finish each class with a 10-minute cool-down consisting of lower intensity exercise.
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Standing/walking/mobility
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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