Study of arm muscle activity in spinal cord injury
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how arm muscles work together in people with spinal cord injury. It involves mild electrical stimulation to help understand muscle control, which may lead to better treatments.
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Who can take part
- You have a spinal cord injury at the neck level (C3–C8)
- Your injury happened at least 6 months ago
- You have some movement in your limbs (AIS grade C or D)
- You are between 20 and 65 years old
- You have some stiffness in the upper arm muscles (spasticity)
- You can understand and follow study instructions
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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