Managing Upper Extremity Function after Spinal Cord Injury
Improving upper extremity function is among the top goals of individuals with cervical-level spinal cord injury.
For individuals who have sustained cervical level spinal cord injury, restoration of hand and arm function is among their top priorities. Existing alternatives are limited, but the body of work in this area is accelerating.
Neuroprostheses are a promising method for significant gain in hand and arm function, and much of the Center’s research in this area includes use of various types of implantable platforms, sometimes combined with brain computer interface devices, to stimulate, sense and control movement of the arm and/or hand.
Overview of SCI – Upper Extremity Studies
FES Center investigators are currently managing multiple clinical trials related to restoring function after spinal cord injury (SCI). This work includes the study of moving the arm under the power of one’s own brain, regaining sensory feedback in the hand or upper extremity, and using a neuroprosthesis to regain hand and arm function. View the study pages below for details.
