Early functional proprioceptive stimulation in high spinal cord injury: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The first months following a spinal cord injury (SCI) are crucial for promoting recovery. However, patients with high SCIs often require prolonged stays in intensive care units (ICUs), delaying optimal rehabilitation due to limited resources. This study examined the safety, feasibility, and effects on spasticity and muscle atrophy of an early rehabilitation technique using non-invasive sensory stimulation and called functional proprioceptive stimulation (FPS).

Materials and methods

Ten SCI patients were included in this randomized pilot study, with five receiving early FPS and five receiving sham stimulation. Both groups were treated using the Vibramoov, consisting of 12 computer-synchronized vibrators placed on the lower limbs. Treatment sessions lasted 30 min,

SUBMITTER: Martinache F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11897281 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature