Community exercise for individuals with spinal cord injury with inspiratory muscle training: A pilot study

This study looked at combining breathing exercises with a community exercise program for people with spinal cord injuries (SCI). The aim was to see if this combination could improve their physical function and respiratory health. Participants engaged in an 8-week program involving resistance training, aerobic exercise, trunk stability exercises, and education, along with inspiratory muscle training (IMT) done at home. The results suggested that this combined approach may have a positive impact on functional measures for individuals with SCI, potentially improving their ability to perform daily tasks and manage respiratory issues.

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  Participants showed improvements in the transfer test (mean = −14.62 s), indicating better efficiency in moving between surfaces.
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  The T-shirt test also showed improvement (mean = −7.83 s), suggesting enhanced postural stability and upper body function.
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  The four-directional reach test showed an increase (mean = 3.75 in), suggesting improved balance and trunk control.