RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT00623389

Evaluation of an Advanced Lower Extremity Neuroprostheses

Evaluation of Advanced Lower Extremity Neuroprostheses

Sponsor

Case Western Reserve University

Enrollment

10 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2018

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Stroke Spinal Cord Injuries Paralysis Paraplegia tetraplegia

Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate a surgically implanted functional electrical stimulation (FES) system to facilitate exercise, standing, stepping and/or balance in people with various degrees of paralysis.

Eligibility

Min Age: 21 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called IST (Implanted Stimulator-Telemeter) for people with paralysis, paraplegia, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 2 locations. People eligible for this study include aged 21 Years to 75 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

DEVICEIST (Implanted Stimulator-Telemeter)

Pre-surgical exercise with surface electrical stimulation, surgery including electrode and IST- implanted pulse generator insertion, exercise and physical therapy with the implanted system, functional training and laboratory assessment of clinical and technical performance.