Walking therapy early after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a special walking program for people who have recently had a spinal cord injury. The goal is to help you recover as much walking ability as possible.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had a sudden, traumatic spinal cord injury between your neck (C5) and upper back (T12).
- Your injury is classified as AIS B, C, or D, meaning you still have some movement or feeling below the injury.
- You are between 16 and 74 years old.
- You can put some weight on both legs and safely wear a harness.
- You can start the study within 60 days of your injury and agree to be followed for one year.
- You do not have other injuries or conditions (like severe brain injury, heart failure, or pregnancy) that would make the therapy unsafe.
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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