Could a special bike workout cut heart risks for spinal cord injury patients?

NCT ID NCT07648173

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: William Carey University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a new exercise program for people with spinal cord injury. It combines arm cycling with electrical stimulation to the legs, plus high-intensity interval training, after a muscle-strengthening prep phase. The goal is to see if this program improves heart fitness, body fat, muscle mass, and blood markers better than standard range-of-motion exercises. Twelve adults with chronic spinal cord injury will participate.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: hybrid HIIT-FES cycling program with preparatory muscle strengthening
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical exercise program to improve heart health, body composition, and metabolism in people with spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program is time-intensive and requires special equipment, which may limit real-world use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SPINAL CORD INJURIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

William Carey University
RECRUITING

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39401, United States

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