Spinal cord stimulation for bladder control after injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using mild electrical pulses on the spinal cord can help people with spinal cord injuries regain better control of their bladder. It might be an option if you've tried other treatments without success.
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Who can take part
- Age 18 or older
- Spinal cord injury at or above the T11 vertebra
- You have had the injury for at least 6 months
- You currently use a catheter to empty your bladder
- Bladder problems confirmed by a special test called urodynamics
- Other treatments like medications or behavioral methods haven't worked or aren't suitable
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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