RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05724173

Feasibility of the BrainGate2 Neural Interface System in Persons With Tetraplegia

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Sponsor

Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD.

Enrollment

3 participants

Start Date

Oct 18, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Anarthria Dysarthria

Summary

The purpose of this study is to obtain preliminary device safety information and demonstrate proof of principle (feasibility) of the ability of people with tetraplegia to control a computer cursor and other assistive devices with their thoughts.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 80 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

Between 18 and 80 years of age.
Participants must have a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as verified by a clinical expert in neurologic diseases.
Participants with a diagnosis of ALS with anarthria, or severe dysarthria with decline in the preceding four months.
Must be within a three-hour drive of the Study site and geographically stable for at least 15 months after enrollment.

Exclusion Criteria3

Visual impairment such that extended viewing of a computer monitor would be difficult even with ordinary corrective lenses
Chronic oral or intravenous steroids or immunosuppressive therapy
Other serious disease or disorder that could seriously affect ability to participate in the study

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