New Tele-Exercise study aims to boost independence after spinal cord injury

Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.

Inclusion Criteria: 1. at least 12 months post SCI (motor spinal level C5 or below) 2. between 18-75 years of age 3. ability to elevate shoulders \>25% range 4. use assistive technology for mobility 5. not currently receiving structured rehabilitation (i.e. new episode of inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation services to treat a new or exacerbated mobility issue. Individuals attending outpatient services for ongoing wellness reasons are eligible to participate). 6. screened and medically cleared (if appropriate) for participation using the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Preparticipation Health Screening Tool. The ACSM Health Screen helps to determine if an individuals should seek a medical referral prior to participation in exercise. The guideline for the screening are based on (1) current exercise participation, (2) history and symptoms of cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease, and (3) desired exercise intensity. The algorithm is based on risk stratification and minimizing the barriers of exercise participation by decreasing the number of unnecessary medical referrals. For this study and the safety of participants, those who need a medical referral based on the ACSM preparticipation health screen will be required to provide documentation of medical clearance from their primary medical provider prior to study participation. Dr. York will review screening information and medical clearances to ensure safe inclusion. 7. internet access to attend synchronous exercise classes Exclusion Criteria: 1. Known or suggestive cardiovascular, metabolic, and/or renal disease and/or presence of absolute or relative contraindications to exercise participation that is considered unsafe by their medical team 2. self-report previous hospitalization within a month, 3. self report active pressure injury 4. self report recent osteoporotic fracture 5. self-report uncorrectable vision loss, 6. self-report preexisting neurological conditions other than SCI