Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 16, 2026

Activity-based Training on a Treadmill with Spinal Cord Injured Wistar Rats
Published on: January 16, 2019
Exercise and sport for persons with spinal cord injury
Kathleen A Martin Ginis1, Sophie Jörgensen, Jessica Stapleton
1Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4K1, Canada.
Abstract:
This review article provides an overview of the evidence that links exercise and sports participation to physical and psychological well-being among people with spinal cord injury. Two aspects of physical well-being are examined, including the prevention of chronic disease and the promotion of physical fitness. Multiple aspects of psychosocial well-being are discussed, including mental health, social participation, and life satisfaction. The review concludes with future research recommendations and a discussion of challenges and opportunities for using exercise and sports to promote health and well-being among people living with spinal cord injury.
Related Concept Videos
Spinal Cord Injury ll: Pathophysiology
Spinal Cord
Secondary Spinal Cord Injury llI: Pathophysiology
The Spinal Cord

