Spinal zaps may reboot arm movement after paralysis or stroke
NCT ID NCT06596369
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study is testing whether a noninvasive device that sends mild electrical pulses through the skin to the spinal cord can help improve arm and hand function in people with stroke or spinal cord injury. Researchers will measure changes in nerve activity and movement skills in 30 participants over several months. The goal is to understand how to best use this stimulation to aid recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (a device that sends mild electrical pulses through the skin to the spinal cord)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a noninvasive way to help people regain arm and hand function after stroke or spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The stimulation is still experimental, and it is not yet known if it will lead to meaningful functional improvements.
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Locations
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Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
RECRUITINGEdmonton, Alberta, T5G 0B7, Canada
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University of Alberta
RECRUITINGEdmonton, Alberta, T6G-2E1, Canada
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