This trial is enrolling 20 participants with chronic spinal cord injury to test the effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) on glucose (blood sugar) control. Non-injured control participants will also be enrolled. NMES is a technique that applies electrical stimulation through the skin to nerves to cause contraction of weakened or paralyzed muscles. If included, participants will complete two 3-hour glucose tests, one with NMES and one with sham stimulation, in random order. Following this, participants will complete a 2-week period of at-home NMES. Final testing of glucose control will be performed after 2 weeks.
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- Participants will complete two 3-hour glucose tests, one with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) and one with sham stimulation, in random order. - NMES is a technique that applies electrical stimulation through the skin to nerves to cause contraction of weakened or paralyzed muscles. - Following this, participants with SCI will complete a 2-week period of at-home NMES. - Final testing of glucose control will be performed after 2 weeks.
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General health
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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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