Citation

Hjeltnes N. Scand. J. Soc. Med. Suppl. 1982; 29: 245-251.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1982, Scandinavian University Press)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

6958047

Abstract

Patients with spinal injuries or strokes usually have an initially low capacity for physical work. The level of activity in daily living is also low. There is a further threat of inactivity with the risk of developing medical complications and social isolation. This process can be reversed by physical training and sport. Both patient groups can be trained and a training programme which improves endurance and muscle strength can be incorporated in primary rehabilitation of these patients without disturbing special treatment routines directed at function.

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