Epidural stimulation for spinal cord injury recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether an implanted device that sends electrical pulses to the spinal cord can help people with spinal cord injuries regain movement. It is for those who have not seen recent improvement with rehab.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a spinal cord injury that is ASIA grade B, C, or D (meaning some movement or feeling below the injury)
- Your injury is at or above the T10 vertebra (mid-back level)
- Your injury happened between 8 and 36 months ago
- You can walk, but only with help (WISCI II score less than 13)
- Your ability to move has not gotten much better in the past 2 months despite rehab
- You are expected to live at least 12 more months
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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