Short-term effects of upper extremity circuit resistance training on muscle strength and functional independence in patients with paraplegia

Yildirim A., Surucu G. D., Karamercan A., Gedik D. E., Atci N., Dulgeroglu D., ...More

JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION, vol.29, no.4, pp.817-823, 2016 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 29 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2016
  • Doi Number: 10.3233/bmr-160694
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.817-823
  • Keywords: Circuit resistance training, upper extremities, paraplegia, isokinetic tests, SPINAL-CORD-INJURY, FITNESS, BENEFITS
  • Middle East Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: A number of exercises to strengthen the upper extremities are recommended to increase functional independence and quality of life (QoL) in patients with paraplegia. Circuit resistance training (CRT) is a type of progressive resistive exercise performed repeatedly at fixed mechanical exercise stations. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential benefits of CRT for upper extremity muscle strength, functional independence, and QoL in patients with paraplegia.