Can pushing harder help people walk better after spinal cord injury?

NCT ID NCT03714997

First seen Jan 17, 2026 · Last updated Apr 22, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study aimed to find out if high-intensity walking training is more effective than lower-intensity exercise for improving walking ability in people with chronic, incomplete spinal cord injuries. It involved 53 participants who could walk with minimal or no assistance. Researchers compared how different training intensities affected walking speed and endurance.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 46254-2607, United States

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