Electric zaps after hand surgery may help paralyzed patients regain grip
NCT ID NCT03048331
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This small pilot study looked at whether adding functional electrical stimulation (FES) to reconstructive hand surgery can improve muscle strength and hand function in people with tetraplegia (paralysis of arms and legs). Fifteen adults with spinal cord injuries were enrolled. The study was terminated early, so results are limited. The goal was to see if FES could help muscles recover better after tendon or nerve transfers.
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Swiss Paraplegic Centre
Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, 6207, Switzerland