Stimulation With Wire Leads to Restore Cough

About this trial

This study is recruiting individuals with cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries to test the use of a small electrical device to stimulate the muscles responsible for coughing. The goal of this trial is to determine if stimulation improves the ability to cough effectively, on demand, which is important to help prevent lung infections. The trial includes a minimally invasive surgical procedure over the surface of the spinal cord on the lower back to stimulate the coughing (expiratory) muscles. Participants will practice coughing with stimulation for 10 to 15 minutes, 2-3 times/day for 40 weeks.