This trial is enrolling 60 individuals with chronic spinal cord injury between T2 and T10 to test the effect of spinal cord stimulation, both epidural (ESS) and transcutaneous (TSS), on lower limb function. Spinal cord stimulation is a technique using either implanted electrodes placed next to the spinal cord (ESS) or skin-surface electrodes (TSS) to stimulate the spinal cord and modify its function. If included, participants will undergo either: 1) surgery for implantation of the ESS device followed by ESS stimulation; 2) TSS stimulation; or 3) sham stimulation. Final testing of lower limb function, neurological status, and independence will be performed after 16 weeks.
Type
Details
- participants will undergo either 1) surgery for implantation of the ESS device followed by ESS stimulation, 2) TSS stimulation, or 3) sham stimulation. - Final testing of neurological function and independence will be performed after 16 weeks. - Participants that are in the ESS group have surgery to remove the stimulator towards the end of the study.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
General health
Sensory function
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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