New arm exercise method tested for spinal cord injury rehab
NCT ID NCT06905470
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special arm-crank exercise (eccentric training) can improve upper body strength and daily function better than standard strength training for people recovering from a spinal cord injury. Twenty participants will do 20 sessions of one type of training over 12 weeks. Researchers will measure strength, muscle size, and quality of life before and after the program.
What this could mean
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Active substance
eccentric arm-crank training (KREHA) and standard strength training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective exercise method to improve upper body strength and independence during spinal cord injury rehabilitation.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The training may be no better than standard care or hard to fit into routine rehab.
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Swiss Paraplegic Centre
Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, 6207, Switzerland