Restoring movement and reducing pain after spinal cord injury
Integrative spinal physiology to restore neural control of sensorimotor functions after neurological injury
This study is looking at how spinal cord injuries impact movement and pain, with the hope of finding new treatments that can help people move better and feel less pain at the same time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927456 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how spinal cord injuries affect movement and pain, aiming to develop therapies that can improve both simultaneously. By using advanced neurotechnology, the project will explore how different parts of the spinal cord interact and contribute to these issues. The goal is to create treatments that not only enhance voluntary movement but also alleviate neuropathic pain, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced spinal cord injuries and are dealing with reduced motor function and neuropathic pain.
Not a fit: Patients with spinal cord injuries who do not experience neuropathic pain or have other unrelated conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative therapies that significantly improve mobility and reduce pain for patients with spinal cord injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using neurotechnology for spinal cord injury rehabilitation, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bandres, Maria Fernanda — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Bandres, Maria Fernanda
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 below.