Noninvasive back stimulation to improve trunk control after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a noninvasive kind of back stimulation, used alongside usual therapy, to help improve balance and trunk (core) control after spinal cord injury. It may help people who still have trouble sitting upright or reaching while staying balanced.
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Who can take part
- Your spinal cord injury happened more than 1 year ago
- Your injury affects the upper part of your body control (T10 or higher)
- You are done with inpatient rehabilitation (you’re discharged)
- You currently have moderate-to-severe core/trunk control problems (for example, you can’t sit upright while lifting your arms or reaching safely)
- You are new to this type of activity-based training and the specific skin-based spinal stimulation used in the study
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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