Spinal zap trial aims to give amputees back their sense of touch
NCT ID NCT04547582
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This small study tested whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord could help people with a leg amputation feel sensations in their missing limb and reduce phantom limb pain. Four participants received a temporary spinal cord stimulator to map sensations and check safety. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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