Spinal cord injury study tests magnetic pulses to restore grip
NCT ID NCT03447509
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation technique called iTMS, combined with hand exercises, could help people with spinal cord injury regain grasping ability. Researchers measured changes in brain signals and hand strength. The trial was terminated early, so findings are limited.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
iTMS (magnetic brain stimulation)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a non-invasive therapy to improve hand function after spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. It is a small, early-stage study focused on understanding brain pathways, not a proven treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL
Hines, Illinois, 60141-3030, United States