Home-based spinal cord stimulation for veterans
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a home-based device that sends gentle electrical signals to the spinal cord to help improve hand and arm function. You would use the device at home with a companion's help and meet with researchers over video.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a Veteran
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have a spinal cord injury in the neck area (C2 to C8) with some movement and feeling (classified as AIS B, C, or D)
- Your injury happened more than one year ago
- You have a companion who can help set up the device at home
- You have internet access for video calls and can travel to the VA Palo Alto Medical Center
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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