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Spinal stimulation may reawaken paralyzed arms — a trial puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT07722429

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether a surgically implanted device that delivers personalized electrical stimulation to the spinal cord can improve upper limb function in people with spinal cord injury. Twenty participants with injuries at or above the T4 level will receive the implant along with a structured rehabilitation program. The study measures changes in independence, dexterity, and neurological function to see if this approach can help restore movement and daily living skills.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
a surgically implanted device that delivers epidural electrical stimulation to the cervical spinal cord, combined with physical rehabilitation
What this could lead to
If it works, this approach could offer a way to restore hand and arm function in people with spinal cord injury, improving independence in daily life.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The surgical implantation carries risks such as infection or device complications, and not all participants may see meaningful improvement.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SPINAL CORD INJURY(SCI)

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hualien City, Taiwan

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