Spinal zaps may help vets with paralysis boost blood pressure and exercise
NCT ID NCT05664646
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation device placed on the skin over the spine can help veterans with spinal cord injury improve blood pressure, exercise capacity, and body temperature regulation. Twenty veterans with injuries between the neck and upper back will compare active stimulation to a sham (inactive) device during arm cycling and in a cool room. The goal is to see if this simple approach can address common autonomic problems after spinal cord injury.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-invasive way to help people with spinal cord injury manage blood pressure, exercise longer, and regulate body temperature.
What could go wrong
This is a small early study with only 20 veterans, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may be modest or not work at all.
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Locations
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James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Bronx, NY
The Bronx, New York, 10468-3904, United States