Spinal cord stimulation for arm and hand function after nerve surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Eyes & vision, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator, already being placed for chronic pain, can also improve strength and function in your arm or hand after nerve transfer surgery. It aims to give you a boost in everyday use beyond what standard hand therapy has provided.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have had nerve transfer surgery on your arm or hand more than 6 months ago.
- You have completed the usual hand therapy after that surgery.
- Your arm or hand strength is not full (less than 5/5 on a standard strength test).
- You are already scheduled to receive a spinal cord stimulator for chronic pain that hasn't improved with other treatments.
- You do not have a pacemaker, vagus nerve device, or baclofen pump, and have not had Botox in your arm or hand in the last 6 months.
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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