FES-rowing: a well-tolerated and highly beneficial exercise for a patient with Brown-Sequard syndrome

Brown-Séquard Syndrome (BSS) is a rare neurological condition associated with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). This case report evaluates the feasibility and effectiveness of a 3-month FES-rowing program in a patient with BSS. The study found that FES-rowing was well-tolerated and resulted in improvements in rowing capacity, walking ability, muscle strength and thickness, and quality of life for the patient. The study suggests that FES-rowing could be a valuable exercise option for individuals with incomplete spinal cord injuries, potentially opening new avenues for physical exercise and rehabilitation.

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  The patient demonstrated excellent tolerance and adherence to the FES-rowing training protocol over the 3-month period.
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  Significant improvements were observed in rowing capacity (+30%), walking capacity (+26%), isometric strength (+24.5%), and quadriceps muscle thickness (+21.9%).
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  The patient's physical quality of life score increased by 34.5% following the 3-month FES-rowing program.