This trial is enrolling 10 individuals with chronic cervical spinal cord injury (or four-limb paralysis due to other neurological conditions) to evaluate the safety and functionality of a robot implanted brain-computer-interface device, the Neuralink N1. The N1 uses electrode threads in the brain to record brain activity. These signals are then processed and decoded by a computer allowing the user to control external digital devices. If included, participants will receive the skull-mounted, wireless, rechargeable N1 device, implanted in the brain by a robotic inserter (R1). Final testing of device functionality and safety will be performed after 3 years.
Type
Details
- Participants will receive the skull-mounted, wireless, rechargeable N1 Implant, implanted in the brain by the R1 Robot, a robotic electrode thread inserter. - The N1 Implant is brain-computer interface that uses connected electrodes in the brain to record brain activity. This is then processed by a computer to control external digital devices. - Final testing of the device functionality and safety will be performed after 3 years.
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Sensory function
Standing/walking/mobility
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
Wings 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.
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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