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
- NCT07404761Recruiting
Moving your arm after stroke or TBI
This study tests a device that uses mild electrical pulses and augmented reality (a computer overlay on real life) to help people who have arm or hand weakness after a recent stroke or brain injury regain movement.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT06827834Recruiting
Spinal cord monitoring for multiple sclerosis
This trial uses MRI scans to monitor spinal cord changes in people newly diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS who have not yet started treatment. It aims to better understand how the disease progresses and could help guide early treatment decisions.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18–65 - NCT07390591Recruiting
Patient views on bladder treatments for urinary symptoms
This study asks patients and caregivers about their experiences with bladder washes (instillations) using lactobacillus or gentamicin to manage urinary symptoms. Your feedback could help improve care for others like you.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07357428Recruiting
Brain-computer implant study for severe paralysis or speech loss
This study tests a brain-computer implant that might help people with severe paralysis or speech loss control a computer with their thoughts. It is for people who have trouble moving and speaking due to a progressive disease or injury.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 22–75 - NCT05356286Recruiting
Recording spinal cord stimulation and monitoring during surgery
This study records what happens when doctors use spinal cord monitoring and stimulation during brain or spinal cord surgery. It may help improve how safely these procedures are performed in the future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05928052Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to help ARDS patients get off the ventilator
This study tests whether stimulating nerves in the spine can help people with severe lung injury (ARDS) breathe without a ventilator sooner. It may help shorten the time you need a breathing machine in the ICU.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07308808RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Safety of a live bacteria solution for bladder infections
This trial tests if putting a live bacteria called Lactobacillus crispatus into the bladder is safe for people with spinal cord injury and neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. It may help prevent urinary tract infections without antibiotics.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06829212Recruiting
Wireless brain implant for device control
This trial tests a wireless brain implant that lets you control external devices like a computer or wheelchair just by thinking. It's designed for people with paralysis or double arm amputations who want to regain some independence.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07304401Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal cord stimulation for chemo-related nerve pain
This trial tests whether a new type of spinal cord stimulator (SCS) can reduce pain caused by chemotherapy. If you have lasting nerve pain after cancer treatment and standard pain medications haven't helped, this device might offer relief.
ArnhemAges 18 years+ - NCT07303582RecruitingPhase 4
Freezing nerves to ease pain from muscle tightness
This study tests if freezing specific nerves (cryoneurolysis) can reduce pain caused by muscle tightness (spasticity) after a brain or spinal cord injury, or from multiple sclerosis. It is for people who already get Botox injections for this pain.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07293780Recruiting
TMS for nerve pain after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation, can help relieve nerve pain in people with spinal cord injury. It is for those who have had chronic nerve pain for at least 6 months that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–65 - NCT07250828Enrolling by invitation
BurstDR spinal cord stimulation for painful diabetic neuropathy
This trial tests a type of spinal cord stimulation called BurstDR to see if it can reduce pain from diabetic nerve damage. It may help people with diabetes who have ongoing leg pain that hasn't gotten better with standard pain medications.
Grand Island, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - 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 - NCT07237386Recruiting
Testing a smart insole for walking in people with brain or spinal cord injury
This study tests a special insole that measures how you walk, compared with a high-tech walking lab. It's for people with stroke, spinal cord injury, or brain injury who can walk on their own for 6 minutes.
GhentAges Any age - NCT07227727Recruiting
Blood vessel health after spinal cord injury
This study looks at how spinal cord injury affects the health of your blood vessels. It compares people with paraplegia to those without an injury to understand the differences.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07222033Recruiting
Self-balancing exoskeleton for spinal cord injury
This trial will test a self-balancing personal exoskeleton for people with spinal cord injuries. It may help you walk again and improve your mobility.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07224256Recruiting
Brain implant trial to help with communication after injury or disease
This trial tests a brain-computer interface (BCI) that is implanted by a robot. It is designed to help people who have lost the ability to speak clearly or use their hands well, due to conditions like ALS, stroke, or spinal cord injury.
Dallas, TexasAges 22–75 - NCT04936074Recruiting
Fusion vs no fusion after neck cord decompression
This trial compares two surgery approaches for people with a gradually worsening spinal cord problem in the neck: doing fusion (joining bones together) versus not doing fusion after decompression (making more space for the spinal cord). It aims to see which approach works better and is safer for symptoms and recovery.
UppsalaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07209514Enrolling by invitation
Testing a spinal cord stimulator for diabetic nerve pain in the legs
This trial is studying a device called the Medtronic Inceptiv™ Closed-Loop DTM Spinal Cord Stimulator to see if it can help reduce pain from diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage caused by diabetes) in the lower legs. It is for people whose pain has lasted at least 6 months and hasn't been helped by other treatments.
Grand Island, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT07210437Recruiting
Autonomic changes and health problems after spinal cord injury
This study looks at how the autonomic nervous system (which controls things like heart rate and blood pressure) changes after a spinal cord injury. It aims to predict later health problems.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–75 - NCT07171489Recruiting
Wearable device for bowel control after spinal cord injury
This trial tests a wearable device that uses mild electrical pulses to help manage bowel function in people with spinal cord injury. It aims to improve control and quality of life.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07164846Recruiting
FES suit for recovery after injury or amputation
This trial tests a special suit that uses mild electrical stimulation to help improve muscle strength, walking, and body functions. It may help people who are at least one week past an amputation or a nervous system injury like stroke or spinal cord injury.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+
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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.