Spinal stimulation with brain-computer interface for arm weakness after stroke
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This trial tests a combination of spinal cord stimulation and a brain-computer interface that lets you control a device with your thoughts. It's for people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and still have some movement in their wrist or fingers but need help improving arm function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You had your first stroke (either from a clot or bleeding) more than 6 months ago, and it affected one side of your body.
- You can still move your wrist or fingers on the affected arm, even just a little bit.
- Your arm weakness is moderate — you can do some movements but not all.
- Your arm function hasn't changed much in the last month.
- You are able to follow simple instructions and have normal thinking and memory.
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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