Spinal stimulation may steady blood pressure after spinal cord injury

NCT ID NCT07674511

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether applying mild electrical stimulation to the spinal cord through the skin can improve blood pressure control in people with spinal cord injury. Participants will undergo tilt-table tests to measure immediate effects, plus 20 stimulation sessions to see if benefits last. The goal is to reduce dangerous drops in blood pressure and related symptoms like dizziness and fainting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
transcutaneous spinal stimulation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to manage blood pressure drops and dizziness in people with spinal cord injury, improving daily function and safety.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may be temporary or not strong enough to replace current treatments.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kessler Foundation

    West Orange, New Jersey, 07052, United States

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