Clinical trials
Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury clinical trials
Below are recruiting traumatic spinal cord injury clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 175 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05484557Recruiting
Apixaban vs enoxaparin to prevent blood clots after spinal cord injury
This trial studies whether apixaban works as well as enoxaparin to prevent dangerous blood clots after spinal cord injury. If you qualify, you would take one of these medicines to lower clot risk during the recovery period.
RaananaAges 18 years+ - NCT05467215RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brief oxygen breathing trial after spinal cord injury
This early-phase study tests whether a short period of breathing extra oxygen (hyperoxia) soon after lying in one position can improve physical function in people with long-term spinal cord injury. If you qualify, the goal is to see whether this treatment can help your body work better after chronic injury.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–65 - NCT05472584Recruiting
Spinal stimulation with training for leg movement after injury
This study tests whether spinal cord stimulation combined with training can improve your ability to move your legs and do daily tasks. You may be able to join if you have a traumatic incomplete spinal cord injury (or, in some cases, if you’re a healthy volunteer).
St Louis, MissouriAges 16–65 - NCT05426681RecruitingPhase 1
Glyburide to protect the spinal cord after injury
This Phase 1 trial tests whether glyburide, a drug used for blood sugar, can help protect nerve tissue after an acute spinal cord injury. It’s mainly focused on safety and early signs that the treatment might be beneficial for people with certain levels of spinal cord damage.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–80 - NCT05317832RecruitingPhase 2
Smartphone program to increase daily movement after spinal cord injury
This Phase 2 study tests whether a smartphone and smartwatch plan can help people with spinal cord injury be more physically active. It may help you build safer, more consistent movement if you’re already ready to be active and can use your arms.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT05267951Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal stimulation to improve hand use after spinal injury
This trial tests a smart form of spinal stimulation that responds to your body’s signals to help improve upper-extremity (arm/hand) function after a spinal cord injury. If it works, it may make everyday hand tasks like dressing, grooming, or feeding easier.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–70 - NCT05244408Recruiting
Blood test study for spinal cord injury recovery
This study looks at blood tests after a spinal cord injury to find markers that may predict recovery. The results could help doctors plan better treatment for future patients.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT05142943Recruiting
Virtual reality to improve arm function after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether a virtual reality program that creates a feeling of body ownership can help improve arm and hand movement in people who have an incomplete spinal cord injury in the neck. It aims to find a new, engaging way to boost recovery.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–99 - 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 - 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+ - NCT05094362Recruiting
Training to reduce stiff leg reflexes after spinal cord injury
This study tests a special training approach designed to calm overactive leg reflexes (spasticity) after spinal cord injury. If you qualify, you may do structured walking/reflex training to see whether your leg reflexes and movement improve.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04936620Recruiting
Surgery for severe neck spinal cord injury with uncontrolled swelling
This trial studies a specific surgical technique (called duroplasty) for people with a severe neck spinal cord injury who have dangerous swelling that is not controlled. The goal is to see if this approach can improve outcomes after emergency surgery done soon after the injury.
InnsbruckAges 16 years+ - NCT04565366Enrolling by invitation
Study of research care for new spinal cord injuries
This study looks at people after a recent, serious injury—especially a new spinal cord injury—to see how research and clinical knowledge can be improved. Depending on your group (spinal cord injury, other trauma, or healthy), you may be invited to participate if you meet age and injury timing needs.
Fresno, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03965299Recruiting
Gentle nerve stimulation for new spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests whether stimulation through the skin of the tibial nerve can help people with a new spinal cord injury. It may help improve bladder-related symptoms or nerve signaling after injury, compared with standard care.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT04077346Enrolling by invitation
Testing a brain-to-spine stimulation to help children step
This trial uses a noninvasive neuromodulation approach to stimulate the spinal walking circuits in children after spinal cord injury. It is meant to see whether the treatment can help a child practice stepping when they currently cannot stand or start walking.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 4–12 - 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 - NCT03680872Recruiting
Brain-to-nerve study to improve hand movement after spinal injury
This trial tests a “neural bypass” approach to help restore hand movement and feeling in people with tetraplegia from a spinal cord injury. You would have repeated visits for brain/nerve testing and may receive study procedures to see if function improves.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 22–65 - 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 - NCT03053791Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation to improve walking after incomplete spinal injury
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation can improve walking in people with an incomplete spinal cord injury. It also requires that you meet specific injury and walking ability requirements and be able to attend study visits and training.
ZurichAges 18–75 - NCT02769416Enrolling by invitation
Testing new treatments for spinal cord and brain injuries
This study looks for ways to test treatments for people with spinal cord injuries and/or brain injuries. It may help researchers better understand which treatment approaches work and for whom.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02592291Recruiting
Using a phone app to help manage long-term health needs
This study tests a mobile phone system that helps people with long-term, complex health conditions manage daily life and get support. If you can use a smartphone and pass the study checks, you may be able to try the self-management tools.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT01571531Recruiting
Study after spinal cord injury within six weeks
This study is for people who have had a sudden spinal cord injury from trauma or a sudden lack of blood flow (ischemia) and can be assessed within six weeks. It aims to better understand spinal cord injury and may help guide future care.
ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT04755699RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Electrical stimulation study for hand or limb movement recovery
This early-stage study tests whether regular, skin-based electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis or weakness regain movement. You would attend frequent clinic sessions for months, while the team checks your ability to follow instructions and your safety.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT01894802Recruiting
Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
This study tests a brain-machine interface that records brain activity and uses stimulation to help people with severe hand/arm movement loss communicate or control tasks using a computer. It may help restore some control and reduce dependence on hands that cannot be used normally.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 22–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for traumatic spinal cord injury?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 175 recruiting traumatic spinal cord injury 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 traumatic spinal cord injury 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 traumatic spinal cord injury 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.