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Spinal stimulation device aims to restore bladder control in paralyzed patients

NCT ID NCT02331979

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether electromagnetic stimulation can safely improve bladder function in people with spinal cord injury. Researchers will enroll 24 men with complete motor paralysis who have used catheters for at least a year. Participants will receive non-invasive stimulation over several months to see if it increases urine flow and volume.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Electromagnetic stimulation device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a non-invasive way to improve bladder control and reduce catheter use in people with spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 24 participants. It focuses on safety and feasibility, so results may not apply broadly, and the device may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 24 people

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Started

Sep 2015

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Male 18-45 years; 2. At least 1 year post-injury; 3. Non-progressive SCI at C2-T8 (non-conus injury); 4. Motor Complete ASIA (A or B); 5. Neurogenic bladder requiring clean intermittent straight catheterization; 6. Able to attend twice weekly testing sessions for 6 months. 7. Have intact lower extremity anatomy and able to use lower extremity for assistive standing and stepping. Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of autonomic dysreflexia; 2. Ventilator dependency; 3. Musculoskeletal dysfunction, unhealed fracture, pressure ulcer, active infection; 4. Clinically significant depression or ongoing drug abuse; 5. Received botox injection, or bladder surgery (suprapubic access, Brindley procedure, etc.); 6. Prostatic hypertrophy or bladder outlet disorder; 7\. Cardiopulmonary disease that precludes lower extremity training or rehabilitation.

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Conditions

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spinal cord injury

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Spinal cord injury

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Locations

  • University of California, Los Angeles

    RECRUITING

    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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