This trial is enrolling 30 individuals with recent cervical spinal cord injuries (subacute) to test the effect of functional electrical stimulation (FES) compared to limb loading exercises on arm and hand function. FES is a technique that applies electrical stimulation through the skin to nerves to cause contraction of weakened or paralyzed muscles. If included, participants will undergo a 30-45 min session 5 days per week for 8 weeks of either: 1) FES to upper limb; or 2) upper limb loading exercises. Final testing of arm and hand function will be performed after the 8 week intervention period.
Type
Details
- Participants will undergo either 1) FES or 2) upper limb loading exercises, 30-45 min session 5 days per week for 8 weeks. - Final testing of arm and hand function will be performed after the 8 week intervention period.
Main benefits
Arm/hand 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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