Spinal stimulation may boost lung function in paralyzed patients
NCT ID NCT03998527
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether non-invasive spinal cord stimulation, combined with breathing, arm, or trunk training, can improve lung and breathing muscle function in people with spinal cord injuries. 36 adults with injuries at or above the T5 level are participating. The goal is to see which combination works best to help them breathe easier.
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Frazier Rehabilitation and Neuroscience Institute
Louisville, Kentucky, 40202, United States