๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-06

Electrical Stimulation for Spasticity in Spinal Cord Injury (NCT05103436)

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Alberta

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study examines the immediate and long-term effects of lumbosacral TENS on spasticity and residual voluntary force control in spinal cord injury in comparison to no TENS. Participants in the intervention group will receive 2 months of TENS. Participants in the control group will receive TENS after a 2-month delay. Modified Ashworth score and pendulum test will be used to assess spasticity and force control. Electrophysiological measures will be used to assess the activity profile of motorneurons.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Alberta - 524 HMRC โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • TENS (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Alberta - 524 HMRC โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—