Clinical trials
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury clinical trials
Below are recruiting cervical spinal cord injury clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 102 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02329652Recruiting
Bionic stimulation to help arm and trunk movement after spinal injury
This study tests a neuroprosthetic system that uses controlled stimulation to help restore movement in the arm and trunk after a spinal cord injury. If you qualify, it may help you regain practical strength and control for everyday tasks.
Cleveland, OhioAges 17 years+ - NCT02170155Recruiting
MRI and spinal fluid flow study for neck cord injuries
This study uses MRI scans and looks at spinal fluid flow to better understand problems in the spinal cord after a neck (cervical) injury. It may help researchers learn what scan and fluid changes go along with these conditions.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–80 - NCT03320759Recruiting
Improving recovery after non-traumatic spinal cord injury
This study looks at ways to help people recover after spinal cord injury that was not caused by trauma. It may help by testing an approach that is guided by regular MRI scans and repeat therapy visits.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT02991690Recruiting
Cooling treatment for acute neck spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether lowering your body temperature soon after a neck spinal cord injury can improve recovery. It is meant for certain types of spinal cord damage and looks at patients who can safely start cooling within 24 hours.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT07465302RecruitingPhase 2
Early high oxygen therapy for spinal cord injury
This study tests giving high levels of oxygen soon after a spinal cord injury to see if it can help recovery. It is for people who are awake but need a breathing tube and have certain types of spinal cord injury in the neck or upper back.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–85 - NCT07539025Recruiting
How the Spinal Cord Learns and Adapts
This study explores how your spinal cord can learn and change through repeated movements. Researchers will ask you to participate in up to 4 sessions to understand how the nervous system adapts, which may help improve treatments for spinal cord injuries in the future.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT07583836Recruiting
Early vs. delayed surgery for spinal cord injury recovery
This trial compares whether having surgery sooner or waiting longer after a spinal cord injury helps patients recover better. Researchers will track how well patients regain movement and function over time.
RawalpindiAges 18–60 - NCT07603752Recruiting
Brain implant to restore arm movement in spinal cord injury
This trial tests a wireless implant placed on the brain's surface to help people with cervical (neck-level) spinal cord injuries regain some arm and hand movement. The device reads brain signals and sends them to muscles, potentially bypassing the damaged spinal cord.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07625332RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Galantamine for Metabolic Syndrome in Spinal Cord Injury
This study tests whether a medication called galantamine can help improve metabolic syndrome (a cluster of health conditions including obesity, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol) in people with chronic spinal cord injury. The goal is to see if this treatment can reduce health risks and improve overall wellness.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 21–75 - NCT07640711Recruiting
Brain-Computer Interface for High Spinal Cord Injury
This trial tests a surgically implanted brain-computer interface (BCI) system designed to help people with severe spinal cord injuries regain some ability to move or control devices using their thoughts. The device reads signals directly from the brain to bypass the injured spinal cord.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 18–70 - NCT07645027Recruiting
Breathing exercises to improve lung function after neck spinal cord injury
This study tests whether special breathing exercises using a handheld device can help people recover lung strength after a recent cervical (neck-level) spinal cord injury. The exercises are done during in-patient rehabilitation and may help you breathe better and improve your overall recovery.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–38 - NCT06808035Enrolling by invitation
Study on spinal cord injury before or during birth
This study looks at how spinal cord injuries that happened before or during birth affect people. It may help researchers understand more about these injuries.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 3–8 - NCT06710626Enrolling by invitation
Using brain implants to control assistive devices
This trial looks at how well people who already have a Neuralink N1 brain implant can use it to control assistive devices like computers or wheelchairs. It's only for people already in the PRIME Study who meet certain safety and performance checks.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06489106Enrolling by invitation
Spinal stimulation to improve hand function in kids with spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive spinal stimulation device to help children with spinal cord injury regain hand strength and control. It may improve grip and daily activities.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 7–12 - NCT06247904Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for arm paralysis after spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation method (NIBS) to help people with recent spinal cord injuries regain arm and hand function. It is designed for patients who have some paralysis in their arms but still have some movement or sensation below their injury level.
Elkins Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT05966896Enrolling by invitation
Epidural stimulation to help voluntary movement after spinal injury
This trial tests an implanted nerve stimulation approach to help people with certain spinal cord injuries regain more voluntary movement. It may help if your injury pattern and MRI findings suggest there are still usable nerve fibers that can be targeted.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–100 - NCT05191121Enrolling by invitation
Rehab program to improve arm and trunk control after spinal injury
This trial helps people with recent traumatic spinal cord injury improve arm movement and trunk (upper body) stability using a training program that includes electrical stimulation. If you’re early after injury and can safely use stimulation, you may benefit from more controlled movement for daily tasks.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT01894802Recruiting
Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
This study tests a brain-machine interface that records brain activity and uses stimulation to help people with severe hand/arm movement loss communicate or control tasks using a computer. It may help restore some control and reduce dependence on hands that cannot be used normally.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 22–70 - NCT06363357Recruiting
Shoulder brace study for arm weakness from nerve or muscle diseases
This study tests a fabric shoulder brace that moves like a muscle. It may help people with nerve or muscle diseases improve arm movements like reaching and lifting.
Seoul, Jongno-guAges 10 years+ - NCT03698149Recruiting
Brain-signal training for hand and speech control after disability
This study tests whether recording brain signals can help people regain better control of movements in the arms and help with speech. It may be an option for people with significant disability from certain nerve and brain conditions who can safely take part in brain-monitoring procedures.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT04263285Recruiting
Repetitive brain stimulation for depression after spinal cord injury
This trial studies a brain-stimulation treatment to improve depression symptoms in people who have depression after a spinal cord injury. It may help if you have major depression and meet specific safety and eligibility checks.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–70 - NCT04967274Recruiting
Study testing how the spinal cord controls movement after injury
This trial studies how nerve pathways in the spinal cord help control movements in people with spinal cord injury. It may help researchers better understand movement control and could lead to improved rehab strategies.
ZurichAges 18–80 - NCT05553353Recruiting
Repeated brain stimulation for depression after spinal cord injury
This study tests a non-drug treatment called repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to reduce depression symptoms in people with depression after a spinal cord injury. You might be eligible if you have ongoing major depression and can safely receive magnetic pulses to the head.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–60 - NCT05922644Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for consciousness recovery after brain bleed
This trial studies whether short-term spinal cord stimulation can help people regain consciousness after an intracerebral hemorrhage (brain bleed). It’s mainly for patients whose brain function tests suggest they are in a minimally conscious state and who are medically stable enough for the procedure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cervical spinal cord injury?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 102 recruiting cervical spinal cord injury studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a cervical spinal cord injury trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a cervical spinal cord injury trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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