Clinical trials
Spinal Cord clinical trials
Below are recruiting spinal cord clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 463 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06351111Enrolling by invitation
Vagus nerve stimulation for spinal cord injury follow-on study
This study tests whether vagus nerve stimulation can help people with spinal cord injury improve arm, leg, bladder, or sensory function. You must have completed an earlier phase of this research to join.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT05921175Recruiting
Stimulation and robotic walking training for incomplete spinal injuries
This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the spinal area plus robotic gait training can improve walking function in people with a traumatic spinal cord injury who are not walking independently. It’s meant for people with incomplete injuries where some nerve signals still work, and who can safely use the robotic exoskeleton.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–65 - NCT05157282Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation to improve hand function after tetraplegia
This trial tests whether a special device that stimulates the spinal cord can help people with long-lasting neck spinal cord injuries recover useful hand movement and grip strength. It may help your nervous system communicate better so daily hand tasks become easier.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70 - NCT07427121Recruiting
Exercise study for healthy non-smokers on a breathing machine
This study looks at how physical therapy and exercise affect people who are on a breathing machine (mechanical ventilation). It may help researchers find better ways to help patients recover while on a ventilator.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 25–80 - NCT07673354Enrolling by invitation
Spinal cord stimulation at home for hand and arm function in MS
This trial tests if gentle electrical stimulation can help improve hand and arm function in people with multiple sclerosis. You will use a small device at home with support from a caregiver.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–70 - NCT07167680Recruiting
Fall prevention for wheelchair users with MS or spinal cord injury
This trial tests a program to help prevent falls for people with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury who use a wheelchair or scooter. You will learn physical skills with a care partner to stay safe.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06839300Recruiting
Blood biomarkers in spinal cord injury study
This study is looking for people with a spinal cord injury from a blunt force (not a penetrating injury like a gunshot or stab wound) to see if certain substances in the blood (called biomarkers) can help doctors understand the injury better and predict recovery. It involves an initial blood sample within 24 hours of the injury and follow-up assessments.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 19 years+ - NCT06287736Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for diabetic nerve pain
This study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator (a device that uses mild electrical pulses to block pain signals) can help people with diabetic nerve pain that hasn't responded to other treatments. If you have long-term nerve pain from diabetes and other pain meds haven't worked, this trial might be an option for you.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05556902Recruiting
Testing how epidural spinal cord stimulation may help chronic pain
This study looks at how a device that sends mild signals to the area around your spinal cord may work for long-lasting (chronic) pain. You may be asked to visit a research lab, have blood taken, and follow the study plan so researchers can understand the treatment’s effects.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–89 - NCT07627516Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for arm and leg weakness after stroke
This trial tests whether a spinal cord stimulation device—a small implant that sends gentle electrical signals to your spinal cord—can help improve arm and leg strength and movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and haven't fully recovered with regular therapy. The goal is to see if this treatment is safe and effective.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–80 - NCT07516067Recruiting
Spinal Cord Stimulation to Help Children With Cerebral Palsy Move Better
This study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation applied to the skin over the spine can help children with cerebral palsy improve their movement and walking. Researchers will compare children who receive this treatment with children who don't have cerebral palsy to see if it makes a real difference.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–17 - NCT06924177Recruiting
Spinal cord injury diet study for wheelchair users
This study tests a special diet program for people with spinal cord injuries who use a wheelchair. It aims to see if the diet can improve health and well-being.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06596291RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an injected treatment for bladder control after spinal cord injury
This trial tests a new medication injected directly into the bladder muscle to help reduce urine leakage in people with spinal cord injuries. It is for those who have tried other treatments without enough success and are considering more invasive options.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06421350Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal cord stimulation for complex regional pain syndrome
This trial tests a new type of spinal cord stimulator that automatically adjusts to your pain signals. It may help people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) who have not tried this kind of therapy before.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05424172Recruiting
Smartphone coaching to boost exercise after spinal cord injury
This study tests a smartphone program and coaching to help people with spinal cord injury follow recommended exercise routines. It may help you increase how much you exercise and improve adherence to exercise guidelines.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - NCT05443906Recruiting
Home exercise program for people with neurodegenerative conditions
This trial studies whether a home exercise program is safe and helpful for people with certain neurodegenerative conditions, including X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy and DARS2-related disease, as well as some other similar diagnoses. You would be asked to do exercises at home and be assessed on your walking and strength/safety.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 5–75 - NCT06293157Recruiting
Carbon fiber screws for spinal cancer treatment
This trial tests if carbon fiber screws are better for stabilizing the spine when cancer has spread there. It may help patients who are getting special radiation therapy (SBRT) for spinal tumors.
BydgoszczAges 18 years+ - NCT03624374Recruiting
Study of LBSL in people with DARS2 mutations
This trial is a natural history study, meaning it tracks how LBSL (a genetic condition) affects the brain, brainstem, and spinal cord over time. It may help researchers better understand disease patterns and provide information that could support future treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05591196Recruiting
Electrical spinal stimulation to improve arm movement after stroke
This study tests a non-invasive electrical stimulation treatment meant to help people regain hand and arm movement after a stroke. You would attend frequent therapy-style sessions, and the team would track your arm function over about eight months.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–80 - NCT03509558Recruiting
Tapping a device on the back plus leg exercise for walking
This study tests whether a device placed on the back can help improve leg movement and walking ability after a spinal cord injury. It combines the device with supervised physical therapy over many weeks to see if it helps with daily mobility.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–70 - NCT06796920Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for leg problems in adrenomyeloneuropathy
This trial tests a small device placed near your spinal cord (called epidural spinal cord stimulation) to see if it can help improve leg movement and stiffness in people with adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN). If you have AMN and trouble walking due to leg stiffness, this study may explore a new option for you.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 22–50 - NCT06310226Recruiting
Studying spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This study is looking at how people with chronic low back pain respond to spinal cord stimulation (a device that sends gentle electrical pulses to the spine to reduce pain). If you already have a spinal cord stimulator, you may help researchers understand how well it works and how it affects your brain.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06291051Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for Parkinson's with painful bent spine
This study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator (a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the back) is safe and can reduce pain and improve the forward-bent posture in people with Parkinson's disease. It is for those whose bent posture has not improved with standard medication and is causing significant pain.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for spinal cord?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 463 recruiting spinal cord 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 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 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.