At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison Record- ✓Age ≥18 years
- ✓Diagnosis of spinal cord injury at T10 level or above (T11-12 allowed if no lower motor neuron signs)
- ✓At least 6 months post-spinal cord injury
- ✓Able to achieve adequate fit within exoskeleton
- ✕Pregnancy
- ✕Spinal instability
- ✕Unhealed limb or pelvic fractures or conditions restricting weight bearing
- ✕Peripheral neuropathy or other pathology affecting reflex excitability
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Impact of Combining tsDCS and Robotic Exoskeleton Gait Training on Spinal Excitability and Gait Function in Individuals With SCI
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating cathode tsDCS, Ekso, and 1 other intervention for Spinal Cord Injury. Completed, enrolled 4 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of the study is to determine whether transcutaneous spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS) is safe for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). tsDCS is an electrical current applied to the skin. The plan is to also study the potential neurophysiological changes (changes in speed and excitability of the nerves) and functional improvements in gait (for example, gait quality, speed and walking distance) for individuals with SCI after combined application of tsDCS and exoskeleton assisted gait training.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Non-invasive electrical stimulation, transcutaneous spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS) is the application of electrical current to the spinal cord via surface electrodes placed on the skin.
Ekso is a type of wearable robotic exoskeleton that provides support to an individual with lower extremity paralysis for standing and walking.
Non-invasive electrical stimulation, transcutaneous spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS) is the application of electrical current to the spinal cord via surface electrodes placed on the skin.