Epidural Stimulation and Resistance Training After SCI

Exoskeletal assisted walking includes the use of robotic suit to train participant to walk with different level of assistance.

lumbo-sacral epidural simulation at the beginning of the study.

Using two forms of resistance training to increase muscle size. The first form includes seated leg extension exercise for 12 weeks followed by a second form that includes sit-to-stand exercise using participant's body weight.

lumbo-sacral epidural simulation starting 6 months after the beginning of the study.

The participants will perform 24 weeks of passive movement or passive stretching from seated position.