Multi-functional Neuroprosthetic System for Restoration of Motor Function in Spinal Cord Injury

About this trial

This trial is recruiting individuals with cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries to study the implantation of a network of electrodes (i.e. Networked Neuroprosthetic System; NNPS) to restore hand, reach and trunk functions. The NNPS applies electrical stimulation to select muscles, customized to the individual, in order to improve multiple movement parameters. The NNPS system is an improvement over a previous system that could only affect one function at a time (e.g. hand function or trunk stability only). Participants will undergo the NNPS implantation surgery to optimize functional improvement specific to each user. Post-implantation training will be provided for specific activities of daily living.