Stimulation therapy to improve breathing after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial studies a neurostimulation approach to help breathing problems after a spinal cord injury. You may be able to join if you have a certain type and level of spinal cord injury and breathing weakness, and you can safely attend study visits with caregiver support.
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Who can take part
- You’re 18 to 85 years old
- Your spinal cord injury happened at least 6 months ago
- Your spinal cord injury is in the neck area (C1 to C5)
- You currently have breathing weakness—either you use a breathing machine or breathing tests show vital capacity under 80% (predicted)
- A family member or caregiver can be trained and will help operate your ventilator during study visits (if you use one)
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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