Spinal cord stimulation for standing and walking after paralysis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests if a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord, combined with daily therapy, can help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain some ability to stand or walk. It also looks at reducing muscle spasms and improving quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old.
- You had a spinal cord injury at least 6 months ago and cannot stand or walk.
- Your injury is between the 7th neck bone and the 10th chest bone (C7 to T10).
- You are classified as ASIA A or B, meaning you have no movement or sensation below the injury level.
- You do not have any other medical devices like a pacemaker or a baclofen pump already implanted.
- You are willing to attend daily physical therapy sessions and are otherwise in good health.
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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