Home workout program aims to boost mental health in spinal cord injury

NCT ID NCT05360719

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether an 8-week group exercise class done over video can improve psychological and social well-being in people with spinal cord injury. The class is tailored for wheelchair users and co-led by someone with lived experience. Researchers will measure changes in mood, self-esteem, pain, sleep, and social participation in 35 participants.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

group tele-exercise program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a convenient, home-based way to improve mood, confidence, and social participation for people with spinal cord injury.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study (35 people) with no blinding or placebo control. Results may not apply to everyone, and the program may not produce lasting benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Drexel University

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19102, United States