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Lab-Grown nerve cells injected into spine could restore movement after paralysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a single injection of lab-made nerve cells (XS228) into the spinal fluid of 60 adults who had a spinal cord injury 2-12 weeks ago. The goal is to see if it safely improves movement, sensation, and bladder/bowel control. Participants are randomly assigned to recei…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: XellSmart Bio-Pharmaceutical (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Robotic suit lets SCI patients walk without crutches – study launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test a self-balancing exoskeleton called XoMotion-R in 16 people with spinal cord injury (SCI) who have some movement in their legs. The device allows users to walk hands-free, which could help those with limited arm function. Researchers want to see if it is safe…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Robotic suit and spinal zaps aim to reverse muscle loss in paralysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether walking in a robotic exoskeleton combined with mild electrical stimulation of the spinal cord can improve muscle and bone health in people with long-term spinal cord injury. 24 non-walking participants will be assigned to either active or sham stimulation…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New device aims to restore movement after stroke and spinal injury
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a medical device called SSMD that uses gentle stimulation to help people with movement problems caused by stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, or nerve damage. About 120 adults aged 18 to 80 will use the device for 3 weeks to see if it improves arm…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Motion Informatics LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Sound and electricity may boost walking after spinal cord injury
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining loud sounds and mild electrical stimulation with walking practice can improve walking speed and leg strength in people with chronic spinal cord injury. About 20 adults with incomplete spinal cord injury will take part. The goal is to activate hi…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:41 UTC
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Body's own healing factors tested to repair spinal cord damage
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study is testing whether a patient's own concentrated growth factors can help restore movement, sensation, and bodily functions after spinal cord injury. Ten participants will have these growth factors implanted at their injury site along with standard rehabilitation t…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Third Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 13, 2026 20:19 UTC
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AI app aims to ease bowel troubles for spinal injury patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered mobile app can help people with spinal cord injury manage bowel problems better. About 34 adults will use the app to learn bowel care routines. The goal is to reduce bowel dysfunction scores, shorten bathroom time, and improve quality of lif…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Senem Duman • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Spinal stimulation boosts walking recovery in recent injuries
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a gentle electrical stimulation to the spinal cord during walking therapy can help people with a recent spinal cord injury (within the last 6 months) regain more leg movement. Forty participants will either receive walking therapy alone or walking …
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Virtual workout study aims to empower spinal cord injury patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a live, group tele-exercise program (TEEMS) for 200 adults with spinal cord injury. Participants will join online classes or watch pre-recorded videos for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if the live program improves exercise confidence, physical activity, and quality…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Drexel University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New online program aims to ease chronic pain after spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests an online program called EmpowerSpine for people with spinal cord injury who have chronic pain. The program teaches pain biology, daily coping strategies, and resilience skills. Researchers will test which parts of the program—like coach guidance, peer support, o…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease mental health struggles after spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a type of talk therapy called Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) can help people with a spinal cord injury feel better mentally and improve their quality of life. About 8 people recovering in the hospital will try FACT and fill out questi…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Lincoln • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New arm workout could boost strength in spinal injury recovery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a special arm-crank exercise (eccentric training) is better than usual strength training for people recovering from a spinal cord injury. Twenty adults in early rehab will do 20 sessions over 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in upper body strength, f…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Spinal stimulation at home may restore arm function in paralysis
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a home-based digital rehabilitation program combined with a non-invasive spinal stimulation device can safely improve arm and hand function in people with chronic tetraplegia. Nine adults with spinal cord injury will use a mobile app-guided exercise progr…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:05 UTC
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Smart spine stimulator adapts on the fly to help paralyzed patients walk better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new AI system that automatically adjusts electrical stimulation to the spinal cord in real time while people walk. The goal is to improve muscle activation and walking ability in people with incomplete spinal cord injury. The study will compare this smart stimu…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 19:37 UTC
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New turkish questionnaire aims to better measure bladder problems in nerve conditions
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks if a short questionnaire about bladder symptoms works well in Turkish for adults with spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis. Researchers will ask 120 people to fill out the form and compare it with other surveys to ensure it is accurate and reliable. The goal…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Sponsor: Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Mind-Controlled computers for paralysis patients? new study tests mobile BCI
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to improve a mobile brain-computer interface (BCI) that lets people with paralysis control computers and mobile devices using only their thoughts. Researchers will test the system's accuracy and ease of use in 2 participants who are already enrolled in a separate …
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Spinal injury study aims to uncover hidden complications
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at medical records of 50 people with spinal cord injuries to learn about their age, gender, injury causes, and complications like pressure sores or infections. The goal is to better understand these injuries and improve future care. No new treatments are giv…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Sponsor: Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New program empowers veterans to fight antibiotic overuse
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program that gives veterans with spinal cord injury and bladder issues the tools to talk to their doctors and avoid antibiotics they may not need. The goal is to reduce antibiotic resistance, a serious public health problem. About 30 veterans will take part to …
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Shoulder strength training may protect wheelchair Users' Long-Term health
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a simple home-based shoulder exercise program can improve shoulder health in manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury. Forty participants will start training either 3 or 12 months after leaving rehab, doing exercises twice a week for 12 weeks. R…
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Gene therapy for bladder control: 5-year safety watch begins
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 16 people who already received EG110A, a gene therapy for overactive bladder caused by spinal cord injury. Researchers will track side effects and how well the treatment works over five years. The goal is to understand long-term safety and dosing.
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: EG 427 • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:52 UTC
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Walking study probes tendon changes in stroke and spinal injury patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the Achilles tendon behaves during walking in people with spastic paresis (muscle stiffness) caused by stroke or spinal cord injury. Researchers will measure tendon stiffness, length, and volume, as well as calf muscle strength, using ultrasound and force …
Matched conditions: SPINAL CORD INJURY
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC