Clinical trials
Spinal Cord Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting spinal cord stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 244 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04687215Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for painful diabetic nerve pain
This trial studies whether a spinal cord stimulator can reduce pain from diabetic nerve damage in the legs. It focuses on people with long-lasting type 2 diabetes and significant, treatment-resistant pain.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04662905Recruiting
Testing a closed-loop spinal cord stimulator for chronic pain
This study tests a new way to deliver spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain using a system that adjusts automatically based on what your body is doing. You may be able to join if you’re using the Evoke system as part of the approved treatment plan.
Garran, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18 years+ - NCT04326192Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation to reduce stubborn back and leg pain
This trial tests whether spinal cord stimulation (a treatment where a device sends mild signals to the spinal cord) can improve persistent nerve-type back and leg pain. It is mainly for adults who are already planning to try spinal cord stimulation but have not tried it before.
Portland, OregonAges 21–70 - 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 - NCT07046143Enrolling by invitation
Spinal cord stimulation for nerve pain in the lower back
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment that uses mild electrical stimulation on the skin over the spine to help relieve nerve-related pain in the lower back. It may be an option for people with chronic nerve pain, with or without pain spreading down the leg.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–80 - NCT06559618RecruitingPhase 1
Phage therapy for bladder bacteria in spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a special virus (bacteriophage) that attacks E. coli bacteria can help control bacteria in the bladder without causing an infection. It's for people with spinal cord injury who use a catheter and have E. coli in their urine but no active infection.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07683780Enrolling by invitation
Spinal stimulation and muscle training for cough after spinal cord injury
This study tests a combination of spinal cord stimulation and electrical muscle stimulation to help improve cough strength in people with a recent spinal cord injury. It may help you clear secretions more effectively.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT07826494Recruiting
Spinal stimulation for leg stiffness in cerebral palsy
This study tests a short-term treatment that uses mild electrical stimulation on the back to help reduce leg stiffness and improve walking in people with cerebral palsy. It may help you move more easily.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 4–65 - NCT07429305Recruiting
Nerve stimulation and standing for spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether combining a nerve stimulation therapy with standing exercises can improve bladder and bowel function after a spinal cord injury. It may help people who have nerve-related bladder problems.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - 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 - NCT06847295Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for standing and walking after paralysis
This trial tests if a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord, combined with daily therapy, can help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain some ability to stand or walk. It also looks at reducing muscle spasms and improving quality of life.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–50 - NCT04782947RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Training with back stimulation after traumatic spinal cord injury
This trial studies whether epidural (back-of-spine) stimulation plus guided resistance training can improve strength and function after a traumatic spinal cord injury. It may help people who have an intact nerve pathway below their injury level and can safely use a rehab exoskeleton.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–60 - NCT07299734RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Augmented reality + electrical stimulation for hand grasp
This trial tests a system that combines a video-like overlay (augmented reality) with small electrical pulses to help you grasp objects. It may improve your hand function and control.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT07215104Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a special type of spinal cord stimulation (called BurstDR) in people with chronic low back pain. If you already have a spinal cord stimulator and it helps your pain, researchers want to see if adding muscle stimulation can provide even more relief.
Charleston, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06743607Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to improve arm and hand function at home
This trial tests whether using a special device that sends small electrical currents to the spinal cord can help people recovering from a recent spinal cord injury regain movement in their arms and hands. The treatment happens in your home with the help of a caregiver.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07213986Recruiting
Vibrant capsule for bowel problems after spinal cord injury
This trial tests a vibrating capsule to help people with spinal cord injury have more regular bowel movements. It might be an option if you have had a spinal cord injury for at least one year and follow a steady bowel program.
Houston, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT06172621Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation study for ALS hand weakness
This study tests whether combining brain and spinal cord stimulation can improve hand function in people with ALS who have partial weakness but still some movement in their fingers. The goal is to see if this non-invasive approach can strengthen nerve connections.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT05337982Recruiting
Exercise training with stimulation after spinal cord injury
This study tests a special exercise program (with muscle training and possible stimulation) soon after spinal cord injury to see how muscles and the body respond. It also includes healthy adults to compare measurements and biomarkers.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–85 - NCT07050069Recruiting
Breathing training for spinal cord injury patients
This study tests a new breathing exercise method combined with a gentle brain stimulation technique to help people with spinal cord injury improve their breathing and lung function. It may be an option if your injury is recent and at or above the mid-back level.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–80 - NCT05563103Recruiting
Combination therapy to improve spinal cord injury recovery
This trial studies a combination of treatments to help people with certain types of spinal cord injury regain some movement and feeling over time. If you meet the specific injury and health criteria, you may be asked to do simple walking and assessment tests during treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70 - NCT05626816Recruiting
Genital nerve stimulation to improve bowel control after spinal injury
This trial studies whether stimulating nerves near the genitals (a gentle electrical stimulation approach) can improve bowel function in people with spinal cord injury. It may help bowel control when bowel dysfunction is caused by nerve injury.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04144972Recruiting
Closed-loop deep brain stimulation for long-lasting nerve pain
This trial tests a “smart” deep brain stimulation device that senses your brain signals and adjusts treatment to reduce severe, long-lasting pain. It may help people whose pain has not improved with multiple pain medicines and surgery cannot fix the cause.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 22–80 - NCT06593184Recruiting
Magnetic stimulation for mobility after stroke
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment called trans-spinal magnetic stimulation to help improve walking and movement in people who have had a stroke. It is for those with trouble walking and are at least 6 months past their stroke.
João Pessoa, ParaíbaAges 18–75 - NCT06882460Recruiting
Diet and exercise for low blood pressure after meals
This study tests whether specific diet and exercise plans can help prevent blood pressure drops after eating in people with spinal cord injury (SCI). If you have SCI and use a wheelchair, this trial may help you find ways to manage low blood pressure after meals.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for spinal cord stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 244 recruiting spinal cord stimulation 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 stimulation 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 stimulation 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.