Spinal cord stimulation for recovery after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator (a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spine) can help improve bladder, bowel, and other automatic body functions during inpatient rehab after a recent spinal cord injury. It's for people who have a non-worsening injury at or above the T6 level and are within 4 months of their injury.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 65 years old.
- Your spinal cord injury is at or above the T6 level and is not getting worse over time.
- You are currently in inpatient rehabilitation or have been discharged within the past 4 months since your injury.
- You are able to attend all study visits and follow instructions in English.
- You do not have other serious health problems like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or an untreated infection.
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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