Self-Assisted Standing Enabled by Non-Invasive Spinal Stimulation after Spinal Cord Injury.

ABSTRACT: Neuromodulation of spinal networks can improve motor control after spinal cord injury (SCI). The objectives of this study were to (1) determine whether individuals with chronic paralysis can stand with the aid of non-invasive electrical spinal stimulation with their knees and hips extended without trainer assistance, and (2) investigate whether postural control can be further improved following repeated sessions of stand training. Using a double-blind, balanced, within-subject cross-over, and sham-controlled study design, 15 individuals with SCI of various severity received transcutaneous electrical spinal stimulation to regain self-assisted standing. The primary outcomes included qualitative comparison of need of external assistance for knee and hip extension provided by trainers during s

SUBMITTER: Sayenko DG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6482915 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature