Comparison of Energy Expenditure Using Three Walking Techniques in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury

Preface: Physical Fitness and Functional Performance in People with Musculoskeletal and Neurologic Disorders and Challenges to Rehabilitation in Middle-Income Countries

“…Hence, Naryanan et al explore energy expenditure during various walking techniques with assistive devices, which are considered to be essential for training people with spinal cord injury. 10 For individuals with dorsolumbar spinal cord injury, the authors recommend four-point gait using crutches for therapeutic value during indoor training and outdoor walking. 10 The limited information currently available on sports participation among people with spinal cord injury in low-to middle-income countries prompted Pal to study this topic along with fellow investigators who have expertise in musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and sports physiotherapy.…”

“…10 For individuals with dorsolumbar spinal cord injury, the authors recommend four-point gait using crutches for therapeutic value during indoor training and outdoor walking. 10 The limited information currently available on sports participation among people with spinal cord injury in low-to middle-income countries prompted Pal to study this topic along with fellow investigators who have expertise in musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and sports physiotherapy. 11 Research objectives included exploring barriers to participation and performance and bringing these to the attention of policy makers in government and the private sector, thereby introducing sustained efforts for improvement.…”