Testing a spinal stimulation treatment for incomplete spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a spinal cord stimulation approach plus rehab can improve function and safety in people with an incomplete spinal cord injury who cannot walk. It may help people by supporting rehabilitation over time, but it requires surgery and specific health and imaging conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 65 years old
- Your spinal cord injury is “incomplete” (your body still has some sensation) and is above the T10 level
- Your injury happened at least 2 years ago, and you are considered stable and not walking
- Your strength in your upper body is good (about at least 4 out of 5) and there isn’t a major worsening of movement
- Your MRI and body anatomy allow the electrode to be placed on the spinal cord (epidural) and you can have MRI scans
- You do not already have a spinal/brain/peripheral nerve/inside-the-body stimulator implant, and you are not on blood thinners
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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