Brain pacemaker may restore walking after spinal injury
NCT ID NCT03053791
First seen Jun 03, 2026 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This early-stage trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of a brain region that controls movement can improve walking in people with incomplete spinal cord injury. Five participants will receive a DBS device and be followed for 6 months. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and helps with walking distance and speed.
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Balgrist University Hospital
RECRUITINGZurich, 8008, Switzerland
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