Robot-implanted brain-computer interface for severe paralysis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a brain-computer interface (a device that lets you control a computer with your thoughts) that is implanted by a robot. It is for people with severe paralysis who may benefit from a new way to communicate or control devices.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have severe paralysis in both arms and legs (very little or no hand, wrist, or arm movement) due to a spinal cord injury or ALS, and this has not improved for at least one year.
- You are expected to live at least one more year.
- You speak English and have a stable caregiver who can help you.
- You do not have active implanted medical devices, poorly controlled seizures, diabetes, or other serious health conditions that would make surgery unsafe.
- You are not using tobacco products and are not morbidly obese (BMI over 40).
- You are willing and able to undergo brain surgery and have a brain MRI that shows no major problems.
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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