Home rehab with spinal stimulation for arm function in tetraplegia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a home-based rehabilitation program that uses mild electrical stimulation on the spine to help improve arm and hand function in people with tetraplegia. It aims to see if the program is safe, helpful, and practical for daily use.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 75 years old
- You have a spinal cord injury or dysfunction in the neck that is stable and not getting worse
- Your injury happened at least 12 months ago
- You have some movement in your arms and at least one hand can grip and pinch, possibly with help from a device or splint
- You can sit upright for at least 30 minutes
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted stimulator
- You are motivated to do a daily rehab program at home and have a caregiver who can help set it up
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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