Abstract: Objective To provide a comprehensive scientometric analysis of the research landscape, international collaborations, thematic evolution, and emerging trends in the rehabilitation of patients with paraplegia resulting from spinal cord injury. Methods Relevant literatures on the rehabilitation of patients with paraplegia resulting from spinal cord injury, published between January 1, 2005, and December 31, 2024, were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection. Bibliometric and visualization analyses were conducted using CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and R-bibliometrix. Key indicators such as publication volume, national and institutional collaboration networks, highly cited articles, keyword co-occurrence, and thematic evolution trends were systematically analyzed. Results A total of 584 articles met the inclusion criteria. Research output and citation frequency were predominantly concentrated in the United States, Switzerland, and other Western countries, where relatively stable international collaboration networks had been established. The focus of research had undergone a progressive shift from fundamental investigations into pathological mechanisms to technology-driven interventions and neurorehabilitation strategies, which reflectd a trend toward multidisciplinary integration and precision rehabilitation. Conclusion The rehabilitation of SCI-induced paraplegia is undergoing a paradigm shift from traditional approaches towards integrated models driven by technological innovation and holistic health management. Future directions should prioritize interdisciplinary collaboration, the dissemination of low-cost technological solutions, the strengthening of psychological and community-based rehabilitation systems, and the development of inclusive, intelligent health management frameworks to ensure broader accessibility and sustainability.

Key words: Bibliometric, Paraplegia, Spinal cord injury, Rehabilitation, Visualization analysis