This trial is enrolling 5 individuals with chronic spinal cord injuries between C7 and T10 to test the effect of epidural stimulation (ES) on autonomic and leg function. ES is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord with a surgically implanted electrode placed next to the spinal cord. If included, participants will receive 80 sessions of ES. Brain imaging will be performed with magnetic resonance imaging before and after the intervention. Investigators will measure leg function as well as changes in trunk stability, bowel and bladder function, spasticity, pain, blood pressure, sexual function, and quality of life. Final testing will be performed after 1 year.
Type
Details
- participants will receive 80 sessions of ES. - Brain imaging will also be performed using non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging before and after the intervention. - Final testing of autonomic and leg function will be performed after 1 year.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Bladder health/function
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
Sexual health
Spasticity
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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