Cardiometabolic Disease and Dysfunction Following Spinal Cord Injury: Origins and Guideline-Based Countermeasures.

The risks and health hazards of the cardiometabolic syndrome (CMS) are commonly reported in persons with spinal cord injuries (SCIs) and disorders. Overweight/obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension, and dyslipidemia are highly prevalent after SCI. Both the CMS diagnosis and physical deconditioning worsen the prognosis for all-cause cardiovascular disease. Evidence suggests a role for physical activity to address these risks, although intense exercise may be required. A lifestyle plan incorporating both exercise and nutrition represents a preferred approach for health management. Improved surveillance for CMS risks and exercise and nutritional management are essential for the preservation of optimal health and independence. Copyright © 2020 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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Mark S Nash, David R Gater. Cardiometabolic Disease and Dysfunction Following Spinal Cord Injury: Origins and Guideline-Based Countermeasures. Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America. 2020 Aug;31(3):415-436

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PMID: 32624103

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