Clinical trials
Spinal Cord Diseases clinical trials
Below are recruiting spinal cord diseases clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 257 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06410001RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cervical stimulation study for spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests whether a device placed near the spinal cord in your neck (called an epidural stimulator) can help improve arm and hand function after a spinal cord injury. It's designed for people with a long-term, motor-complete injury between the C4 and C7 levels.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 22 years+ - NCT05989906Enrolling by invitation
Sprint interval training during spinal cord injury rehab
This study tests whether a program of short, intense arm exercise (sprint interval training) is safe and doable for people with spinal cord injury who are in the hospital for rehab. If you are eligible, you would do the exercise sessions during your stay.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–65 - NCT05942339Recruiting
Testing ARC-IM lumbar therapy to help walking after spinal cord injury
This study tests a therapy using an implanted spinal array and a lumbar system (ARC-IM) to support mobility in people with chronic spinal cord injury. It focuses on whether the approach is safe and may improve walking or movement over time.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18–65 - 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+ - NCT05183152Recruiting
Non-invasive brain signal control for assistive devices
This study tests an assistive device that you control using signals from the brain and muscles without surgery. It may help people with movement problems communicate or operate devices using gentle, non-invasive sensing.
Austin, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07814313RecruitingPhase 2
Paired stimulation to improve leg movement after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether pairing nerve stimulation with voluntary leg movements can boost recovery of leg function after a spinal cord injury. If you have some voluntary leg movement but still struggle with walking, this therapy might help strengthen those signals and improve stepping.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 19–85 - NCT07784088Recruiting
Wireless brain implant for tetraplegia
This trial tests a new implantable brain-computer interface designed to help people with tetraplegia (paralysis of arms and legs) control devices using their thoughts. It may help improve independence and quality of life.
BeijingAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT06158529Recruiting
High-frequency spinal cord stimulation for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests if a special type of spinal cord stimulation (high-frequency SCS) can better relieve painful nerve damage caused by diabetes. If you have long-term burning, stabbing, or electric-shock-like pain in both legs, this treatment may help reduce that pain.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT02991248Recruiting
Balance training for people with spinal cord injury
This study looks at a treatment to improve how well you can balance and stay steady while moving if you have a spinal cord injury. It may help with side-to-side (lateral) balance and walking control.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT05343130Recruiting
Brain-controlled electrical therapy for arm mobility after spinal injury
This trial studies a brain-computer system that helps control electrical stimulation to improve arm movement after a spinal cord injury. It may help with functional use of the upper limbs during rehabilitation if you meet the specific injury, spasticity, and safety requirements.
Tlalpan, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT03096197Recruiting
Exoskeleton and spinal stimulation for long-term spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether an external walking-assist device (an exoskeleton) plus targeted spinal cord stimulation can help people with long-term spinal cord injury. It may be designed for wheelchair users who meet specific nerve function and bone health requirements.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT06538974Recruiting
Long-term use of an exoskeleton for leg weakness
This trial tests a walking device called an exoskeleton to help people with leg weakness or movement problems. It's designed to see if using the exoskeleton regularly over time can help improve walking or mobility.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06891690Recruiting
Brain stimulation for neurological and gynecological conditions
This trial tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with neurological problems (like weakness in arms or legs) or certain gynecological conditions (like endometriosis or painful periods) who are not using other treatments. It aims to see if tDCS can improve symptoms.
PoznanAges 18–90 - NCT05163639RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Noninvasive brain and spinal training for spinal cord injury
This early study tests a noninvasive way of training the nervous system to see how it affects “associative plasticity,” or the brain/spinal cord’s ability to change with practice. It may help researchers learn strategies that could improve function for people with spinal cord injury.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT07245706Recruiting
Shoulder Health After Rehab and Performance Training
This study looks at how shoulder health changes after a rehabilitation and performance training program for people with paraplegia who use manual wheelchairs. It may help you strengthen your shoulders and prevent injuries as you start your life after rehab.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18–70 - NCT06630702Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for freezing gait in advanced Parkinson's
This trial tests if a small device placed near your spine (spinal cord stimulation) can help improve freezing of gait in people with advanced Parkinson's whose medicines aren't enough. It also aims to reduce leg pain if you have it.
Hsinchu, Hsinchu CityAges 40–85 - NCT07720882Recruiting
Brain implant study to restore hand function after spinal cord injury
This trial tests a fully implanted wireless brain-computer interface (BCI) to help people with paralysis from a neck-level spinal cord injury regain hand and arm movement. The BCI reads brain signals and sends them to your arm, bypassing the damaged spinal cord.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07648173Recruiting
Hybrid High-Intensity Cycling Program for Spinal Cord Injury
This study tests a new exercise program combining arm cycling with electrical stimulation of leg muscles for people with spinal cord injury. The goal is to improve your overall health and fitness.
Hattiesburg, MississippiAges 21–70 - NCT07207798Recruiting
Epidural spinal stimulation for spinal cord injury (T11-L3)
This trial tests whether epidural electrical stimulation can help people with spinal cord injury between T11 and L3 improve their walking ability. It is for those injured between 2 and 24 months ago who currently have limited walking function.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 16–65 - NCT05171205Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for people with parkinsonism symptoms
This trial studies whether spinal cord stimulation can improve symptoms in people with parkinsonism (Parkinson-like movement problems). It aims to see if the treatment is safe and helpful for the right patients.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 50–80 - NCT06726954Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for spinal cord injury pain
This study tests whether a magnetic treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce nerve pain that some people have after a spinal cord injury. rTMS uses painless magnetic pulses to gently stimulate the brain, and it may help change how your brain processes pain.
AfyonkarahisarAges 18–75 - NCT03026816Recruiting
Epidural stimulation to improve function after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether stimulating the nerves in your spine (via an epidural device) can improve rehab-related function after a spinal cord injury. It focuses on people with stable, motor-complete paraplegia and long-term injuries, and it compares how you respond to the stimulation during rehabilitation.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 22 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for spinal cord diseases?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 257 recruiting spinal cord diseases 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 spinal cord diseases 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 spinal cord diseases 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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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.