Effectiveness of Body Weight-Supported Gait Training on Gait and Balance for Motor-Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This review aims to analyse the effectiveness of body weight-supported gait training for improving gait and balance in patients with motor-incomplete spinal cord injuries.

Method

Relevant articles were systematically searched in electronic databases to identify randomised controlled trials of body weight-supported gait training (either with methods of robotic, manual, and functional electrical stimulation assistance) versus conventional physical therapy or no intervention. Subjects were >16 years-old with motor-incomplete spinal cord injury (AIS C or D). Primary outcomes were gait-related parameters (functionality, endurance, and speed) and balance. Quality of life was included as a secondary outcome. Articles were selected up to 31 December 2023.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Arroyo-Fernandez R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10888564 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature