Clinical trials
Chronic Spinal Cord Injury clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic spinal cord injury clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 139 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07334977RecruitingPhase 2
Brain and spinal cord stimulation after stroke or injury
This trial tests whether stimulating the brain and spinal cord together can help people recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury. It also includes a healthy control group for comparison.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT02922894RecruitingPhase 4
Testing sleep apnea care in people with spinal cord injury
This study looks at treatment for sleep apnea (breathing pauses during sleep) in adults with a spinal cord injury. If you qualify, the trial team may help manage sleep-related breathing problems and track how well the treatment works.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–89 - NCT07384052RecruitingPhase 1
Nasal insulin for people with spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether insulin given as a nasal spray is safe and possible for people with spinal cord injury. If it works, it might help with nerve recovery or other health issues.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 18–84 - NCT07397559Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for spinal cord injury recovery
This trial tests a spinal cord stimulation device to help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain leg movement. It aims to improve muscle control and function.
St Louis, MissouriAges 16–65 - 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+ - NCT02592291Recruiting
Using a phone app to help manage long-term health needs
This study tests a mobile phone system that helps people with long-term, complex health conditions manage daily life and get support. If you can use a smartphone and pass the study checks, you may be able to try the self-management tools.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT02769416Enrolling by invitation
Testing new treatments for spinal cord and brain injuries
This study looks for ways to test treatments for people with spinal cord injuries and/or brain injuries. It may help researchers better understand which treatment approaches work and for whom.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07501429RecruitingPhase 1
Shockwave therapy for arm spasticity after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether shockwave therapy can reduce muscle tightness in the elbow and wrist caused by spinal cord injury. It may help make daily tasks like dressing or bathing easier.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07504055Recruiting
Non-invasive spinal cord stimulation for blood pressure after injury
This study tests whether a non-invasive spinal cord stimulation device can help regulate blood pressure in people with spinal cord injury who have low blood pressure symptoms. It may help you feel less dizzy or faint when you sit or stand up.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT07588503RecruitingPhase 1
FES Cycling With Blood Flow Restriction for Spinal Cord Injury
This study tests a new exercise method combining electrical stimulation (FES) and controlled blood flow restriction while you cycle. It's designed to improve heart health, blood sugar control, and fitness in people with spinal cord injuries.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT07663266Recruiting
Pain management study for MS or spinal cord injury
This study tests a smartphone-based program to help manage chronic pain in people with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury. It involves virtual interviews or focus groups to design a tool that offers personalized pain management tips.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07645144Enrolling by invitation
Electrical Stimulation to Improve Walking After Spinal Cord Injury
This trial tests whether electrical stimulation of leg muscles, combined with gait training, can help people with incomplete spinal cord injuries walk better. Electrical stimulation works by sending mild electrical pulses to trigger muscle contractions, potentially improving strength and walking ability.
AmsterdamAges 17–85 - NCT06948175Enrolling by invitation
Abdominal stimulation for bowel issues after spinal cord injury
This trial tests if electrical stimulation on the stomach can help people with spinal cord injury have faster, easier bowel movements. It may help if your bowel routine takes longer than 30 minutes.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–80 - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05921487Enrolling by invitation
Eating on a daily schedule to reduce obesity after spinal injury
This trial tests whether restricting your daily eating time (a shorter “eating window”) helps reduce obesity in Veterans with chronic spinal cord injury. It also looks at safety, especially for blood sugar and other health effects.
Syracuse, New YorkAges 18–89 - NCT05091463Enrolling by invitation
Noninvasive back stimulation to improve trunk control after spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive kind of back stimulation, used alongside usual therapy, to help improve balance and trunk (core) control after spinal cord injury. It may help people who still have trouble sitting upright or reaching while staying balanced.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 3–12 - NCT04077346Enrolling by invitation
Testing a brain-to-spine stimulation to help children step
This trial uses a noninvasive neuromodulation approach to stimulate the spinal walking circuits in children after spinal cord injury. It is meant to see whether the treatment can help a child practice stepping when they currently cannot stand or start walking.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 4–12 - NCT04755699RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Electrical stimulation study for hand or limb movement recovery
This early-stage study tests whether regular, skin-based electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis or weakness regain movement. You would attend frequent clinic sessions for months, while the team checks your ability to follow instructions and your safety.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT05152290RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of stem cell treatment for spinal cord injury
This Phase 1 study tests whether an off-the-shelf stem cell product made from donated umbilical cord tissue is safe for people with spinal cord injury. It mainly looks at side effects and safety, and may help pave the way for future effectiveness studies.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT07179406Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulators for restless leg syndrome
This study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator can help people with restless leg syndrome (RLS). It compares people with RLS to healthy volunteers to see if the device reduces symptoms.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05018793RecruitingPhase 1
Testing stem cell injections for spinal cord injury safety
This early study tests whether two types of stem cells—made from your own fat cells versus from donated umbilical-cord cells—are safe when injected into the fluid around the spinal cord. It may help researchers find safer cell-based options for people with spinal cord injury.
St John'sAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic spinal cord injury?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 139 recruiting chronic 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 chronic 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 chronic 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.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.