Clinical Trial

Neurostimulation for Respiratory Function After Spinal Cord Injury

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Record status
This record was last updated April 4, 2025 (before its estimated December 31, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
The purpose of this research study is to learn more about the connections between the brain, nerves, and diaphragm after experiencing a cervical spinal cord injury (SCI).The main question it aims to answer is: Changes in respiratory function and recovery using stimulation and respiratory exercise training in spinal cord-injured individuals. Participants will complete a maximum of 55 study visits. They will be asked to complete about 40 treatment sessions which include multiple stimulation sessions over the scalp and neck, followed by about 60 minutes of respiratory training. Assessment sessions will be completed prior at baseline, after 20 sessions and after 40 sessions of study treatment.
Protocol Amendment History 2 amendments
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended 2 times since 2023-02-23; most recent amendment 2025-04-01.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT05756894
Lead Sponsor Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Conditions Spinal Cord Injuries, Cervical Spinal Cord Injury, Respiratory Function Impaired
Enrollment 10 participants
Start Date 2023-02-28
Primary Completion 2025-12-31 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-12-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-04-04