Effect of pulse characteristics used for transcutaneous spinal stimulation on short-latency responses in lower limb muscles
Key Information
- This research study intends to improve electrotherapy for people with spinal cord injury, stroke, and other neurological disorders. This is important because electrical stimulation can activate the spinal cord, which is involved in producing leg movements.
- If you participate, the surface electrodes placed on the back and belly will activate the nerves near the spinal cord, making your leg muscles twitch. This type of electrical stimulation is known as transcutaneous spinal stimulation and has no documented side effects. However, you may stop the study procedures at any time.
- Your participation includes one visit to the Methodist Rehabilitation Center in Jackson. The study may take up to three hours on the same or two subsequent days.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 years or older
- Stable general health
- No history of central nervous system disorder or injury
More information
Contact Jennifer Sivak, OTR/L
Research Occupational Therapist
Phone: (601) 364-3567
Email: jsivak@mmrcrehab.org.
Funding
Wings for Life USA – Spinal Cord Research Foundation Inc.
