This trial is recruiting individuals with chronic, complete spinal cord injuries to test a surgically implanted electrical stimulation device to control bladder function. This device (Finetech Vocare Bladder System) was approved by the FDA in 1998 to help with urination and bowel function. The main goal of this study is to see if this device can improve bladder control by electrically stimulating bladder contraction nerves rather than by permanently cutting them (cutting sensory nerves is the usual procedure done with Vocare implants; it has undesirable side effects). Participants’ bladder function will be compared (using bladder diaries) when the device is on and off.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
Surgery to have the device implanted. Check-ups every 3 months. Final visit 12 months after trial begin. If the device is safe and successful after 12 months, the participant will have the option to keep the device inside them with regular clinic visits.
Main benefits
Bladder health/function
Additional benefits
General health
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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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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