This trial is enrolling 10 participants with chronic incomplete spinal cord injury to test the effect of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)-Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation (TSCS) on walking function. BCI is a technique using a computer and non-invasive connected electrodes on the scalp to record brain activity and also to control an external device. TSCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord via surface stimulation to modify spinal cord function. If included, participants will undergo BCI-TSCS therapy 3-4 times per week, which includes activity-based training for up to 6 months. The TSCS is activated by a BCI system that detects movement attempts. Final testing of walking function will be performed after 6 months.
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- Participants will undergo Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)-Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation (TSCS) therapy 3-4 times per week, which includes activity-based training. - BCI is a technique using a computer and connected electrodes on the scalp to record brain activity and also to control an external device. - TSCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord via surface stimulation to modify spinal cord function. - During the therapy sessions, the TSCS is activated by a BCI system that detects movement attempts. - Final testing of walking function will be performed after 6 months.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Spasticity
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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