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Static standing, dynamic standing and spasticity in individuals with spinal cord injury
M Sadeghi1,2, J Mclvor3, H Finlayson4
1Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Study Design:
This was a cross-over efficacy study design.
Objective:
To determine spasticity differences between static and dynamic standing training in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI).
Setting:
Vancouver, Canada.
Methods:
Ten individuals with SCI who could stand with or without bracing or supports participated in both dynamic and static standing training (one session each, 2 days apart) using a Segway. The primary outcome was spasticity as measured by Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) and electromyography (EMG) of the quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors and gastrocnemius.
Results:
There was no statistically detectable difference in spasticity between dynamic and static standing training in individuals with SCI as measured by VAS, MAS or EMG, although there was a trend towards decreased spasticity after the dynamic training.
Conclusion:
There is no significant difference in spasticity outcomes between static and dynamic standing training on a Segway for individuals with SCI.
Sponsorship:
This research was funded by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries.
