This trial is enrolling 20 participants with cervical spinal cord injury who have undergone nerve transfer surgery at least 6 months ago, to test the effect of epidural spinal cord stimulation (SCS) on hand and arm function. SCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord; in this case, temporary SCS leads will be imlanted under the skin in the cervical spine region above the injury area. If included, participants will receive SCS for 4 weeks. Final testing of hand and arm function will be performed after 6 weeks.
Type
Details
- Participants will receive epidural spinal cord stimulation (SCS) for 4 weeks. - SCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord to modify spinal cord function. This study uses percutaneous leads which are inserted in the cervical region of the spine. - Final testing of hand and arm function will be performed after 6 weeks.
Main benefits
Arm/hand function
Additional benefits
General health
Pain
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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