Electrical stimulation study for hand or limb movement recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 75 years old
- Have paralysis or weakness from stroke, spinal cord injury, or another brain/nerve injury, with limited use of at least one hand or limb
- Be at least 6 months after stroke, or 1 year after spinal cord injury
- Be able to understand and follow study instructions in English and give informed consent
- Be able to come to the study center up to 5 times per week for up to 1 year (at least 2 months)
- Not have safety problems that block electrical stimulation (for example: implanted electronic devices, uncontrolled severe spasticity, or needing a ventilator)
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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