Spinal cord stimulation for spinal cord injury recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord can improve movement and muscle control in people with spinal cord injury. If you've had a spinal cord injury for more than a year and are between 20-70 years old, this might help improve leg function and walking.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 70 years old
- You have had a spinal cord injury for at least one year
- Your injury is classified as A, B, C, or D on the ASIA scale (any level of severity)
- You are planning to have spinal cord stimulation surgery and continue rehab after
- You are medically stable with no heart, lung, or blood pressure problems that would limit therapy
- You can understand the consent form and follow study instructions
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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