Epidural spinal stimulation for chronic spinal cord injury recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a stimulating device placed near the spinal cord can help improve movement and rehabilitative function in people with long-term spinal cord injuries. It may help some patients strengthen function, but only if they meet specific injury and health requirements.
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Who can take part
- You are age 21 or older
- Your spinal cord injury is long-lasting (more than 1 year) and classified as motor complete (AIS A or B)
- Your injury is located from the neck level C2 to the chest level T12
- You have some reflex activity that still works below the injury level
- Your care team believes you can complete the rehab program around the procedure
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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