New implant aims to spark nerve regrowth in spinal cord injury patients

NCT ID NCT02490501

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested a biodegradable device that releases growth factors to help damaged nerves regrow in people with complete spinal cord injury. Ten participants received either the implant plus rehabilitation or rehabilitation alone. The goal was to see if the implant is safe and can improve nerve signals and movement.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Karolinska University Hospital and RSS

    Stockholm, Sweden

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