This trial is enrolling individuals with chronic, cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries to test the effect of a spinal stimulation device on upper extremity function. Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord (either with an implanted electrode placed next to the spinal cord or via surface stimulation) to modify spinal cord function. This study uses surface electrodes attached to the skin at the neck region. Electrical impulses are targeted to enable arm and hand movements. The SCS will be applied in the home setting during a specific treatment program prescribed by the investigators. If included, participants will undergo the attachment of electrodes to the skin surface at the neck region and perform the treatment program at home for 1 month. Final testing will be performed at around 6 months.
Type
Details
- undergo the attachment of electrodes to the skin surface at the neck region - undergo stimulation with the skin surface electrodes - perform therapy at home for 1 month.
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
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.
Learn more