This trial is enrolling 40 individuals with acute cervical spinal cord injury to test the effect of early and intensive upper limb motor training on arm and hand function. If included, participants will receive either a) 10 weeks of standard physical therapy; or b) standard therapy along with 12 hours of intensive motor training per week for 10 weeks. Final testing of upper limb function will be performed 6 months after training completion. Investigators will also measure potential nerve circuit changes (neuroplasticity).
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
- Participants will receive either standard physical therapy or standard therapy along with 12 hours of intensive upper-limb motor training per week for a total of 10 weeks. - Final testing of arm and hand function will be performed 6 months after training completion.
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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