Autonomic Effects of Spinal Cord Stimulation in Spinal Cord Injury

About this trial

This trial is enrolling individuals with chronic spinal cord injuries (C3-T6) to test the effect of skin-surface (transcutaneous) spinal cord stimulation (TSCS) on the ability to perform moderate exercise and regulate core body temperature. TSCS is a technique for stimulating the spinal cord via surface electrodes to modify spinal cord function. If included, participants will undergo two study visits that last about 3-4 hours each. While using an arm bicycle, each will receive two therapy sessions: TSCS or sham TSCS, both while seated in a room with neutral temperature (80°F) and in a cool room (64°F). Final testing of endurance, body temperature, and heart rate will be performed 90 minutes after the intervention.