SCI 9 - HIT Flashcards
what is the goal with high-intensity gait training (HIGT) and why
keep HR at or above 60-80% maximum heart rate
- need this for neuroplastic changes to occur
what is high-intensity gait training (HIGT)
vigorous walking and stepping practice keeping HR over certain target level
why is keeping HR over a certain level a key component to HIGT
inc VO2 up to a certain point and inc O2 into neuro tissues
–> helps w neurological recovery
how is the HR level to stay above during HIGT determined
level based on resting and max HR –> calculate max HR or HR reserve
how does HIGT tap into neuroplasticity principles
high reps
high specificity
beyond neuro benefits, what other system benefits are seen w HIGT
improved CV fitness and endurance
what walking related outcomes are improved w HIGT
speed
walking quality
walking symmetry
balance
transfers to other mobility
what are factors/ways to keep someone’s HR in target zone during HIGT
adding ankle wts to legs
inc speed
ascend/descend stairs
change directions
add obstacles
what outcomes were significantly increased in HIGT compared to traditional PT
inc number of steps in PT
inc steps following dc
how many steps are needed for neuroplasticity and how many were seen w HIGT
2000-6000 steps
4000 in HIGT
