Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Spinal zap trial aims to rewire nerves for movement
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a surgically implanted device that delivers mild electrical stimulation to the spinal cord can help people with paralysis from spinal cord injuries regain movement. Researchers aim to see if this stimulation can help retrain blocked nerve circuits an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Spinal stimulation trial aims to help paralyzed patients walk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord can help people with spinal cord injuries regain the ability to stand and walk. Researchers will implant a stimulation device and combine it with rehabilitation training to see if it can improve leg movement,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Spinal implant trial offers new hope for stroke recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a surgically implanted device that delivers mild electrical stimulation to the spinal cord can help people regain movement in their arm and hand after a stroke. Up to 20 participants will have the device implanted and then follow a rehabilitation pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Scientists combine scans and DNA to crack lung Cancer's code
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve predictions for how lung cancer patients will respond to treatment. Researchers will combine detailed PET scan images with genetic information from tumor samples to look for patterns. The goal is to create a better tool to forecast a patient's survival …
Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC