Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You must have a spinal cord injury, brainstem stroke, brachial plexus injury, or above-elbow amputation (or another listed cause) and have little to no useful hand function on one side.
- You must be at least 1 year past your injury and have not gotten noticeably worse in strength or feeling in the last 6 months.
- You must be able to join fMRI screening by showing your brain activates in a clear pattern during imagined or attempted movement or mouth movement.
- You must be able to travel to the study site weekly (or live within 2 hours) for training during the study.
- You must have a dedicated caregiver (and a backup) who can help with daily skin and site care for the implanted area.
- You must be able to communicate in English, understand the study goals, and consent to participate (you or a legal representative).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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