Spinal cord stimulation to improve arm and hand function
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether non-invasive brain and spinal cord stimulation can help improve arm and hand function in people with chronic spinal cord injury. It involves training exercises combined with stimulation to see if this approach can strengthen your arms and hands.
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Who can take part
- You are between 19 and 75 years old.
- You had a spinal cord injury at neck level (C2 to C8) that is not getting worse.
- Your injury is classified as AIS B, C, or D (meaning you have some movement or sensation below the injury).
- At least 12 months have passed since your injury.
- You can move your hands and arms enough to score 10 or more on a hand function test or 30 or more on a strength test.
- If you take medications for spasticity or pain, the dose has been stable for 4 weeks.
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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