The Up-LIFT Study of Non-Invasive ARC Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury

About this trial

This study is recruiting individuals with chronic cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries to assess the safety and effect of skin-surface (transcutaneous) spinal cord stimulation on upper extremity (arm, hand, finger) function. Spinal cord stimulation is a technique using electrodes to activate spinal cord nerve networks. This intervention (called ARC Therapy) uses a wearable stimulator unit and skin electrodes attached at the neck region, thus targeting improved upper extremity function. If included in the study, participants will undergo a two-month conventional functional task practice (FTP) program without stimulation, followed by a two-month program of FTP with stimulation. Final testing of upper extremity strength and function will be performed after about 16 months.