Improving trunk control for better walking after spinal cord injury
Official title: Trunk control after human spinal cord injury
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-10987749 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well people with incomplete spinal cord injuries can control their trunk while walking, to help improve rehabilitation and make walking recovery better for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $271,586 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD111042-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10987749 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with incomplete spinal cord injuries who experience difficulties with trunk control and walking.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with complete spinal cord injuries or those without walking impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how trunk control affects walking in individuals with incomplete spinal cord injury (ISCI). It aims to quantify trunk movements and muscle activation during walking, which are often overlooked in current rehabilitation practices. By assessing trunk control in a dynamic walking context rather than static positions, the study seeks to provide insights that could enhance rehabilitation strategies. The findings may lead to improved clinical assessments and targeted interventions for better walking recovery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective rehabilitation strategies that improve walking ability for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing trunk control can significantly impact rehabilitation outcomes for walking, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hawkins, Kelly a — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Hawkins, Kelly a
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.