This feasibility trial is enrolling 3 participants with chronic spinal cord injury to test the safety of a brain-computer interface (BCI)-assisted epidural spinal stimulation (eSS) system with exoskeleton-based rehabilitation. A BCI is a technique using a computer and connected electrodes on the brain to record brain activity and to decode motor intent to control an external device. 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. If included, participants will undergo implantation of BCI and eSS electrodes, followed by 1-hour long rehabilitation sessions using an exoskeleton, 5 times per week for 1 year. Final testing of safety and feasibility will be performed after 1 year.
Cancer
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Spinal cord stroke
Ischemia
Stenosis
Spondylosis
Type
Details
- Participants will undergo implantation of brain-computer interface (BCI) components and epidural spinal stimulation (eSS) electrodes, followed by 1-hour long rehabilitation sessions using an exoskeleton, 5 times per week for 1 year. - A BCI is a technique using a computer and connected electrodes on the brain to record brain activity and also to control an external device. - 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. - Final testing of safety and feasibility will be performed after 1 year.
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Bladder health/function
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
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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