Spinal stimulator aims to restore movement in paralyzed patients
NCT ID NCT06455137
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether an implanted epidural electrical stimulator can help people with spinal cord injury move better. Twenty participants will receive the device and undergo physical rehabilitation. Researchers will measure brain activity, muscle signals, and joint movement to see if the stimulation improves motor function.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Epidural electrical stimulator device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a way to improve movement and walking ability in people with spinal cord injury.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The surgery and stimulation carry risks like infection or discomfort.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital
RECRUITINGHualien City, 970, Taiwan
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