Brain implant study for controlling devices with thoughts
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This trial tests a brain implant that lets you control external devices using your thoughts. It's for people with limited arm function due to spinal cord injury, stroke, ALS, or similar conditions.
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Who can take part
- You have a spinal cord injury, stroke, or a similar condition that has caused loss of arm function for at least 12 months, OR you have ALS or another progressive disease that will cause severe arm weakness within a year.
- You are expected to live at least 12 more months.
- You can communicate verbally or with a computer or communication aid, and can speak English well enough to participate.
- You have a stable caregiver who can assist you.
- You do not have conditions like uncontrolled seizures, diabetes, severe obesity, or a weakened immune system that would make surgery risky.
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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