Brain zaps + robot rehab: new hope for walking after spinal injury?
NCT ID NCT06248476
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two types of magnetic brain stimulation (iTBS and rTMS) combined with robotic walking therapy in 30 people with chronic spinal cord injury. The goal was to see if these treatments could improve leg strength, walking ability, and daily independence. All participants had incomplete injuries and could already walk at least 10 meters with help.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2024
- Finished
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Apr 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 45 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Incomplete spinal cord injury (ASIA C and D) * 12 months after spinal cord injury * At least 10 meters walking independent or with canadian, walker or walking stick * Put signature to approved form Exclusion Criteria: * Epileptic seizure * Pacemaker * Pregnancy * Neurological disease different from spinal cord injury * Metalic implant in brain or scalp * Brain surgery * Orthopedic problem in lower extremity * Malignity
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, Çankaya, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)
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