RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06455137

Epidural Electrical Stimulation for Spinal Cord Injury Patients and Corticospinal Motor Circuit Improvement

Sponsor

Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital

Enrollment

20 participants

Start Date

Apr 30, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Spinal Cord Injuries

Summary

The study aims to examine the plausible interventional mechanisms underlying the effects of epidural spinal cord stimulation.

Eligibility

Min Age: 20 YearsMax Age: 70 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called Epidural Stimulator for people with spinal cord injuries. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 20 Years to 70 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

DEVICEEpidural Stimulator

Participants will have a 16-electrode epidural array implanted in the C4-C7 and T11-L2 areas of the spinal cord. Following a 2 weeks recovery period, patients will engage in a structured training of physical rehabilitation and electrical stimulation.