Spinal Cord Injury Associated Disease of the Skeleton, an Unresolved Problem with Need for Multimodal Interventions
Evelyn Echevarria‐Cruz,
David W. McMillan,
Kieran F. Reid
et al.
Abstract:Spinal cord injury is associated with skeletal unloading, sedentary behavior, decreases in skeletal muscle mass, and exercise intolerance, which results in rapid and severe bone loss. To date, monotherapy with physical interventions such as weight‐bearing in standing frames, computer‐controlled electrically stimulated cycling and ambulation exercise, and low‐intensity vibration are unsuccessful in maintaining bone density after SCI. Strategies to maintain bone density with commonly used osteoporosis medication… Show more
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