Posted on 02/03/2024 3:04:56 PM PST by ConservativeMind
A new study suggests that high-intensity training (HIT), compared to conventional training, may improve walking ability in patients with chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI). Possible secondary benefits may include improved aerobic capacity/efficiency and cognition.
T. George Hornby, PT, Ph.D. and co-authors, evaluated the effects of HIT focused on stepping practice versus conventional training on walking in individuals with chronic TBI. HIT focused on maximizing stepping practice while trying to achieve higher cardiovascular intensities. The investigators observed greater increases in 6-minute walk test and peak treadmill speed during exercise testing following HIT vs. conventional training.
"The present and previous results suggest that such training interventions may be important components of rehabilitation interventions to improve walking and possibly other secondary outcomes for individuals with chronic TBI, consistent with data in patients with other acute-onset neurological injuries," stated the investigators.
"This is a small but important randomized controlled trial. It provides initial evidence that higher intensity cardiovascular training can be beneficial for people living with chronic effects of traumatic brain injury. I am excited to see where this field goes in the future," says David L. Brody, MD, Ph.D.
(Excerpt) Read more at medicalxpress.com ...
I will say it is not encouraged for acute brain injuries. You need to not break further connections with a recent injury.
TBI, something those exposed to wartime combat situations (grunt or support) can easily get. Often diagnosed along with PTSD.
Not to be confused with Special High Intensity Training...
if this be true .......then joe biden needs S-pecial H-igh I-nyendity T-raining!
You confused it with Special High Intensity Training.
Ah, humor from the fax machine era (maybe earlier).
Bfl
Yup!
yes, thank you, darn phone keyboards not made for occidental size fingers!!!
Special High Intensity Training is always good for you...............
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