This trial is enrolling 10 participants with chronic spinal cord injury to examine the effect of epidural spinal stimulation (eSS) combined with robotic exoskeleton therapy on lower limb function. eSS is an invasive technique that uses an implanted electrode array placed next to the spinal cord to deliver electrical stimulation aimed at modifying spinal cord function. An exoskeleton is an externally worn powered robotic device to assist movement. If included, participants will undergo implantation of an eSS system, followed by daily exoskeleton-assisted gait training alongside standard therapy. Final testing of lower limb function will be performed after 1 year.
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- Participants will undergo implantation of an epidural spinal stimulation (eSS) system, followed by daily exoskeleton-assisted gait training alongside standard therapy. - eSS is an invasive technique that uses an implanted electrode placed next to the spinal cord to deliver electrical stimulation aimed at modifying spinal cord function. - An exoskeleton is an externally worn powered robotic device to assist movement. - Exoskeleton-assisted gait training sessions will last no less than 1 hour per day, divided into two 30-minute sessions. Other rehabilitation interventions will be provided for at least 3 hours per day. - Final testing of lower limb function will be performed after 1 year.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Bladder health/function
Bowel health
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
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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