This trial is enrolling 26 participants with acute spinal cord injury to test the safety and efficacy of transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS). tSCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord via surface electrodes to modify spinal cord function. If included, participants will receive either tSCS or sham stimulation during the first 8 weeks of inpatient rehabilitation. Those willing and able will complete additional tSCS sessions for up to 18 weeks. Final testing of safety and efficacy, including blood pressure changes and autonomic function, will be performed after 6 months.
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- Participants will receive either transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) or sham stimulation during the first 8 weeks of inpatient rehabilitation. - Those willing and able will complete additional tSCS sessions for up to 18 weeks. - tSCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord via surface stimulation to modify spinal cord function. - Final testing of safety and efficacy will be performed after 6 months.
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Bladder health/function
Bowel health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
Sensory function
Standing/walking/mobility
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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