Effectiveness of Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation for Lower Limb Rehabilitation in Spinal Cord Injury: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Spinal cord injury (SCI) affects millions of people worldwide and often results in impaired lower limb function and reduced mobility. Transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) has emerged as a promising neuromodulation technique for enhancing motor recovery and walking ability in individuals with SCI.

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis will determine the effectiveness of tSCS, compared with sham stimulation, no intervention, or other active interventions, for improving lower limb motor function in individuals with SCI. Secondary objectives are to evaluate tSCS effects on walking ability, spasticity, quality of life, and safety outcomes.

Methods

This systematic review will be conducted according to the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Rev

SUBMITTER: Shankar R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12548825 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature