This trial is recruiting individuals with chronic complete thoracic (chest area) spinal cord injuries to test implantation of a biodegradable device containing nerve segments and growth molecules intended to boost nerve activity. The primary focus of the study is safety; motor improvements will also be measured by spinal cord motor nerve conduction. If included, participants will randomly undergo device implant surgery and walking training, or walking training only (control group). Follow-up will occur over 18 months. The control group will be offered surgical implantation of the device after completion of the study, if there are no major safety concerns.
Traumatic
Type
Details
For the trial the participant will be randomly assigned either to undergo surgery to implant the device into the spinal cord and participate in study-specific walking training or assigned to only participate in study-specific walking training. Follow-up will be done over the following 18 months.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
General health
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
Wings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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