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Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Testing spinal stimulation methods for improving motor function in spinal cord injury patients

Official title: Neuromodulation With Spinal Stimulation Methods

Run by University of Manitoba · NCT06272279 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing different spinal stimulation methods to see if they can help improve movement in people with spinal cord injuries at the C5-C7 level.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment24 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Manitoba
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Winnipeg, Manitoba and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 1, 2024
Main results expectedJanuary 31, 2026
Study endsFebruary 15, 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 10, 2025
Trial IDNCT06272279 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals with spinal cord injuries ranging from C4 to L4 who can understand and follow directions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of seizures, head injuries, or those with implanted medical devices may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This pilot research project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of various non-invasive spinal stimulation techniques in individuals with spinal cord injuries, specifically targeting those with injuries at the C5-C7 level. The study will enroll up to 24 participants and will assess different stimulation parameters and their impact on motor performance. By comparing voluntary and reflexive motor responses in both injured and non-injured individuals, the study seeks to determine the potential benefits of spinal cord stimulation for recovery. The interventions include direct current stimulation and electrical stimulation, with sham controls for comparison.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved motor function recovery for patients with spinal cord injuries.

How similar studies have gone: While spinal stimulation has been explored in various contexts, this specific approach is novel and has not been extensively tested in this population.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria 
Inclusion Criteria:

* spinal cord injury C4 to L4
* ability to understand and follow directions

Exclusion Criteria:

* history of seizures, head injury, concussion, unexplained loss of consciousness or if they lived with an implanted cochlear stimulator, brain/neurostimulator, cardiac pacemaker, medication infusion device or live with metal implants in their body or if they are pregnant.

Where it's running

  • University of Manitoba
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada     Recruiting
  • University of Manitoba
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada     Enrolling by invitation

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.