Electric jolt workouts: a new hope for paralyzed limbs?

NCT ID NCT07768761

First seen Aug 17, 2026 ยท Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether exercise using electrical stimulation can improve muscle strength and endurance in people with lower limb paralysis from conditions like spinal cord injury, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. Participants will use devices that send electrical signals to their leg muscles, enabling them to perform cycling or rowing exercises. The goal is to see if this training can increase how long and how powerfully they can exercise.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ€” not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation combined with exercise training (cycling or rowing)
What this could lead to
If effective, this approach could offer a practical way for people with paralysis to regain muscle strength and endurance, improving daily function and overall health.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial with a small number of participants, and results may not apply to everyone. Electrical stimulation may cause discomfort, and some people with certain health conditions are excluded.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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