Task-specific Epidural Stimulation Study

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Spinal Cord Injuries
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
36 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Louisville · Other
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About This Trial
The investigators propose to understand the role of lumbosacral spinal cord epidural stimulation (scES) in recovery of autonomic nervous system function, voluntary movement, and standing in individuals with severe spinal cord injury (SCI). Thirty-six individuals with severe SCI who have cardiovascular and respiratory dysfunction and who are unable to voluntarily move the legs or stand will receive…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years of age * Non-progressive spinal cord injury * At least 2 years post injury * Stable medical condition * Unable to voluntarily move all individual joints of the legs * Unable to stand independently * Cardiovascular dysfunction including presence of persistent …
Contacts

Susan J Harkema, PhD

502-582-7443

susan.harkema@louisville.edu

CONTACT

Manpreet A Chopra, BAMS

502-582-7443

manpreet.chopra@louisville.edu

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