Influence of time since injury and physical activity level on upper limb kinematics and muscle activation during wheelchair propulsion in complete T12/L1 spinal cord injury
Wheelchair propulsion strategies vary significantly among individuals with identical SCI level, demonstrating that neurological classification alone does not determine movement patterns. The adaptive strategies observed in experienced and physically active wheelchair users suggest rehabilitation approaches should consider these factors beyond injury classification. These findings highlight the importance of promoting long-term PA participation and ongoing biomechanical adaptation throughout the lifespan of individuals with SCI.
Authors
- Jooeun Ahn (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7964-5148)
- Woojin Park (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5035-880X)
- San Hong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8464-1002)
- Hyunji Kim (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2896-9329)
Institutions
- Seoul National University (KR)
- Seoul National University of Education (KR)
- National University College (PR)
- Korea National Sport University (KR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Published
- 2025-08-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-025-08987-0
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Spinal Cord Injury Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.47
Funders
- National Research Foundation
- Ministry of Education
- Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
- Korea Health Industry Development Institute
- National Research Foundation of Korea
- Korea Creative Content Agency
- Ministry of Science and ICT, South Korea
- Institute for Information and Communications Technology Promotion