Sentences with phrase «which epidural stimulation»
That study will measure the extent to which epidural stimulation will improve cardiovascular function as well as facilitate the ability to stand and voluntarily control leg movements below the injury level in 36 participants with chronic, complete spinal cord injuries.
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This study will include 36 people with spinal cord injuries who will be treated with epidural stimulation — a technique in which a device is used to apply electrical current to the spinal cord.
This work builds on previous research at KSCIRC showing benefits of spinal cord epidural stimulation, along with activity - based training, in which individuals with SCI have achieved voluntary movement, standing and stepping, and improved bladder, bowel and sexual function.
In addition, Kessler is partnering with the University of Louisville to investigate epidural stimulation, in which a chip is implanted to deliver an electrical current through the spine to trigger walking.