Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil
Clinical trials sponsored by Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil, explained in plain language.
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New arm exercise method tested to boost strength after spinal injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a special arm-crank exercise (eccentric training) is better than standard strength training for people recovering from a spinal cord injury. Twenty adults in early rehab will do 20 sessions over 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in upper body strength…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 10:57 UTC
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Shoulder workouts may save wheelchair users from chronic pain
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a home-based shoulder strength training program can improve shoulder health in people who use manual wheelchairs after a spinal cord injury. Forty participants will start training either 3 or 12 months after leaving rehab, doing exercises twice a week …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 10:48 UTC
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Hidden heart risk in spinal cord injury: new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with long-term spinal cord injury who also have a condition called autonomic dysreflexia (sudden high blood pressure) have changes in their heart structure. Researchers will compare two groups: 24 people with high-level injury and autonomic dysr…
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 10:35 UTC