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
- NCT06295146Recruiting
Getting help from a peer coach to learn wheelchair skills
This study tests whether virtual one-on-one training with a peer who has a spinal cord injury can help you learn new wheelchair skills. You'll practice using video calls, and you need a helper nearby to keep you safe during practice.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06247904Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for arm paralysis after spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation method (NIBS) to help people with recent spinal cord injuries regain arm and hand function. It is designed for patients who have some paralysis in their arms but still have some movement or sensation below their injury level.
Elkins Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT05936619Recruiting
Brain-computer device for communication in people with paralysis
This trial tests a “brain-computer interface” that aims to help people with paralysis communicate. It involves surgery to place a device and uses frequent follow-ups, including daily help from a caregiver to watch the surgical area and behavior.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT05745298Recruiting
Electrical and breathing therapy to improve unassisted cough after spinal injury
This study tests whether pairing electrical stimulation with breathing muscle training can help you cough without needing assistance. It’s for people recovering from a spinal cord injury within the last year, and who can safely feel and respond to the electrical stimulation.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05705453Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation study for long-term spinal injury outcomes
This study looks at how spinal cord stimulation affects long-term recovery and daily functioning in people with stable spinal cord injury. You may be eligible if you already have an implanted, FDA-approved spinal cord stimulator and meet specific safety and timing rules.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 22 years+ - NCT05645003Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy for nerve pain after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether painless magnetic stimulation of the brain (non-surgical) can reduce long-lasting nerve pain after spinal cord injury. It may help people whose spinal cord injury-related pain has been present for at least six months.
AfyonkarahisarAges 20–70 - NCT05458947Recruiting
Physical therapy wound treatments for spinal cord injury sores
This study tests different physical therapy approaches to help heal pressure sores on the sacrum or ischium in people with a spinal cord injury. You may be able to join if you’re already in inpatient rehabilitation and your wound severity score fits the study criteria.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04906928Recruiting
MRI study to better scan spinal inflammation
This study tests new MRI scan settings to see inflammatory changes in the spinal cord more clearly. It may help doctors choose better MRI images when first checking—or re-checking—spinal inflammation.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06243211Recruiting
Spinal Decompression and Nerve Graft for Acute SCI
This study tests whether surgery to take pressure off the spinal cord, plus placing a small nerve graft, can help recovery after a severe spinal cord injury. It is for people with a recent injury who have lost all movement and feeling below the level of injury.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–80 - 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+ - 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 - NCT07263581Recruiting
Walking training with electrical stimulation and augmented reality for spinal cord injury
This study tests a new walking therapy that combines electrical muscle stimulation and augmented reality (a computer-generated view) to help people with incomplete spinal cord injury walk better. It may improve how you walk and your overall movement.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - 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+ - NCT06871254Recruiting
Spinal cord injury recovery trial
This trial tests a treatment to help people with chronic spinal cord injury improve arm and hand function. It combines two therapies to see if they work better together.
Heidelberg, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT05741788Recruiting
Telefitting spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain
This study checks a “remote fitting” process to set up spinal cord stimulation for people with high levels of pain. You may be a fit if you are planning a stimulation trial and have severe pain right now.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 22 years+ - NCT05191121Enrolling by invitation
Rehab program to improve arm and trunk control after spinal injury
This trial helps people with recent traumatic spinal cord injury improve arm movement and trunk (upper body) stability using a training program that includes electrical stimulation. If you’re early after injury and can safely use stimulation, you may benefit from more controlled movement for daily tasks.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 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
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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.