Shock and awe: new combo therapy sparks hope for paraplegia recovery
NCT ID NCT04790149
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether combining a mild brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with a new mental and physical rehab method (NEUROM) can help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain leg movement and feeling. Fifty-six participants with paralysis below the lower back were randomly assigned to different rehab groups. The goal was to see if the combo approach boosts recovery more than standard therapy alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) combined with a motor imagery and exercise protocol called NEUROM
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive way to improve leg movement and sensation in people with chronic spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 56 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the improvements might be modest or not last long.
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Locations
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Lebanese University
Beirut, Lebanon