Trial reportThe journal of spinal cord medicine2026
The effect of electromyography-triggered electrical stimulation applied to the back extensors muscles on trunk balance and muscle thickness in individuals with complete thoracic spinal cord injury: A randomized controlled trial.
Trial report in The journal of spinal cord medicine, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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contextImpaired activation of the paraspinal muscles in individuals with complete thoracic spinal cord injury (SCI) can result in trunk instability, difficulty performing functional transfers, and an increased risk of falls. Since trunk control plays a central role in seated balance, it has a substantial impact on the ability to carry out activities of daily living and maintain independence.
objectiveThis study aimed to investigate the effect of electromyography-triggered neuromuscular electrical stimulation (EMG-NMES) applied to multifidus and erector spinae muscles on trunk balance and muscle thickness in individuals with complete thoracic SCI.
designA randomized controlled trial.
settingA tertiary rehabilitation center in Ankara, Türkiye.
participantsFifteen participants with complete thoracic SCI.
methodsParticipants were randomized into an experimental group (
resultsThe primary outcome measures improved significantly more in the experimental group than in the control group. The mean between-group difference in TCT was 1.98 points (95% CI: 0.47-3.49; effect size 0.92; p = 0.014). For mFRT area, the mean difference between groups was 156.63 cm
conclusionsThis study found that a four-week EMG-NMES protocol combined with exercise improved trunk balance and functional reach distance in individuals with complete thoracic SCI.
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