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SCI Clinical Trials in China

80 spinal cord injury clinical trials list a study site in China and none in the United States, and 26 are currently open to new participants. Each links to its full ClinicalTrials.gov record for eligibility, contacts and exact locations. Last refreshed 2026-09-12.

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Open and recruiting (26)

These trials are recruiting, about to recruit, or enrolling by invitation. Status comes straight from ClinicalTrials.gov and can change without notice.

  • RecruitingNCT07720882

    A Clinical Study of a Fully Implanted, Wireless and Functional BCI for Upper-Limb Functional Replacement in Tetraplegia Due to Spinal Cord Injury: Efficacy and Safety

    This prospective, multicenter, single-arm clinical trial will enroll subjects with tetraplegia secondary to spinal cord injury.

    Brain Machine Interface (BMI)DevicesArm MovementMotor Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06097000

    A Study of the Safety and Efficacy of Intelligent Powered Exoskeletons in Postoperative Spinal Rehabilitation

    Systematic and professional rehabilitation training is generally effective for patients with lower limb dyskinesia, but most of them lose the chance of recovery due to failure to receive systematic rehabilitation treatment.

    DevicesExoskeletonRehabilitationSurgical ProcedureLeg MovementMotor FunctionWalking Function
    China
  • Not yet recruitingNCT06944834

    A Study on the Safety and Functionality of the Implantable Wireless Brain-Computer Interfaces for Motor Rehabilitation

    The objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive, wireless brain-machine interface system (WRS) in patients with paralysis (resulting from spinal cord injuries, brainstem strokes, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or other motor neuron diseases causing complete…

    Brain Stimulation
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06436716

    Artificial Intelligence Model for Traumatic Cervical Spinal Cord Injury Based on Radiomics and Genomics

    Collect standardized, structured, and comprehensive disease-specific information, produce high-quality and accurate clinical data, provide a sample basis for the analysis and mining of spinal cord injury clinical big data, and establish a spinal cord injury-specific disease data platform to serve…

    Observational
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06939660

    BCI-Assisted SCS-EXS for Gait Optimization

    The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and technical feasibility of a novel brain-machine interface (BCI)-assisted spinal cord stimulation (SCS) and exoskeleton (EXS) system in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI).

    Brain StimulationEpidural StimulationExoskeleton
    China
  • RecruitingNCT04969042

    Closed-loop Functional Spinal Cord Stimulation in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury

    The purpose of this experiment is to evaluate the efficacy of Closed-loop Functional Spinal Cord Stimulation on Walking Rehabilitation in Patients after Spinal Cord Injury

    Epidural StimulationWalking Function
    China
  • Not yet recruitingNCT07704268

    Combined Magnetic Stimulation and Ultrasound for Detrusor Overactivity in SCI

    This clinical trial aims to investigate whether the combination of high-frequency sacral nerve root magnetic stimulation and bladder-directed ultrasound therapy can effectively improve detrusor overactivity (involuntary bladder contractions) and related voiding dysfunctions in patients with spinal…

    DevicesTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)Bladder FunctionQuality of LifeSensory Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT04936620

    Duroplasty for Injured Cervical Spinal Cord With Uncontrolled Swelling

    QUESTION. Does duroplasty improve outcome after spinal cord injury? WHAT DO WE STUDY? We will investigate whether performing a surgical procedure called duroplasty improves outcomes after spinal cord injury.

    Safety
    Austria, Belgium, China, Czechia…
  • RecruitingNCT07050069

    Effect of Threshold Pressure-Loaded RMT + tTBS on Respiratory Function in SCI Patients

    The purpose of this clinical trial is to understand whether threshold pressure load respiratory muscle training combined with iTBS can effectively improve the respiratory function of SCI patients.

    RehabilitationBreathing Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06978205

    Effect of Urethral Balloon Dilatation on Urinary Retention After Spinal Cord Injury

    Trial Objectives: This clinical trial aims to explore whether ultrasound - guided urethral balloon dilation can effectively improve the micturition function of patients with urinary retention after spinal cord injury, and to evaluate the safety of this treatment method.

    Bladder Function
    China
  • Not yet recruitingNCT06974968

    Efficacy of iPSC-Derived Motor Neuron Cells (XS228) in Subacute Spinal Cord Injury: A Phase II Randomized Controlled Trial

    Purpose: This clinical trial is studying an investigational cell therapy called XS228-a lab-made stem cell product designed to help repair damaged nerves in the spinal cord.

    SafetyStem CellsBladder FunctionBowel FunctionMotor FunctionQuality of LifeSensory Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07105878

    Epidural Electrical Stimulation in Spinal Cord Injury

    The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Epidural Electrical Stimulation (EES) in motor and sensory function Reconstruction in chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) patients classified as ASIA B-D.

    Electrical Stimulation
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07207798

    Epidural Electrical Stimulation in Spinal Cord Injury (T11-L3)

    The primary objective of this clinical trial is to investigate the efficacy of Epidural Electrical Stimulation (EES) in restoring motor and sensory function in patients with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) at levels T11-L3, classified as ASIA B-D.

    Epidural StimulationRehabilitation
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07722130

    Epidural Spinal Cord Stimulation for Respiratory Recovery in Cervical SCI

    This multicenter, single-arm exploratory IIT evaluates epidural spinal cord electrical stimulation (ESCES) in 20 adults with C1-C5 SCI and respiratory failure. Participants receive ESCES plus standard care; electrodes are implanted at C3-C5 with daily individualized stimulation.

    Electrical StimulationEpidural StimulationBreathing FunctionMotor Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07306052

    Epidural Spinal Cord Stimulation for Restoring Walking in Spinal Cord Injury

    The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Epidural Electrical Stimulation (EES) combined with rehabilitation training for the reconstruction of walking in patients with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) classified as AIS B-D.

    Epidural StimulationRehabilitation
    China
  • Not yet recruitingNCT07733401

    Guided Laminectomy With Augmented Duroplasty for Acute Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury

    The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether expansile duraplasty can improve neurological recovery in adult patients with acute severe traumatic spinal cord injury, as well as evaluate the safety of this surgical strategy. The main questions the study aims to answer are: 1.

    Surgical ProcedureMotor FunctionQuality of LifeWalking Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07784088

    Implantable Wireless Brain-Computer Interface Systems in Patients With Tetraplegia

    Objectives of Study: This trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an implantable wireless brain-computer interface system in patients with tetraplegia resulting from spinal cord injury.

    Brain Machine Interface (BMI)DevicesMental HealthQuality of Life
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07603752

    Implantable Wireless Brain-Machine Interface System for Spinal Cord Injury: Efficacy and Safety Study

    This is a prospective, open-label, multi-center, single-arm study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of an implantable wireless brain-machine interface (BMI) system in patients with spinal cord injury.

    Brain Machine Interface (BMI)
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07106060

    Near-Infrared Imaging of Motor Imagery Effects in Spinal Cord Injury

    The primary objective of this clinical trial is to investigate the efficacy of motor imagery-based brain-computer interface (MI-BCI) technology in improving motor function among patients with spinal cord injury (SCI), as well as its impact on cortical motor area function across varying states.

    Brain Machine Interface (BMI)
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06314594

    Personalized Prevention and Treatment Strategies for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Via a Comprehensive Health Management Platform

    Spinal cord injury (SCI), leads to functional deficits and complications like neurogenic bladder and deep vein thrombosis, imposing a global annual financial burden. This trial aims to compares Jiaji electroacupuncture (JEA) and scalp electroacupuncture (SEA) in SCI rehabilitation.

    RehabilitationBladder FunctionMental Health
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07801274

    Postoperative Edge (RapidArc) Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy for Spinal Metastases

    This study observes the effectiveness of high-precision radiation therapy using the Edge system after surgery for patients with spinal metastases. Spinal metastases can press on the spinal cord and cause pain, weakness, or paralysis.

    Epidural StimulationObservationalSurgical ProcedurePain ManagementQuality of Life
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06829212

    Research on Wireless Brain Implant System for General Control of External Devices

    The clinical trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the minimally invasive, wireless brain-machine interface system (WRS) in enabling general brain control of external devices, such as a cursor and other assistive technologies, for paralyzed and amputee patients.

    Brain Stimulation
    China
  • RecruitingNCT07511244

    SCS Therapy for Patients With Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction After SCI

    This clinical trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in treating patients with urinary and bowel dysfunction after spinal cord injury (SCI).

    Transcutaneous StimulationBladder FunctionBowel Function
    China
  • RecruitingNCT06976229

    Safety and Early Efficacy of iPSC-Derived Motor Neuron Progenitor Cells (XS228) in Subacute Spinal Cord Injury: A Phase I Trial

    This Phase I clinical trial is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability of XS228 ( iPSC-Derived Motor Neuron Progenitor Cells) in patients with Subacute Spinal Cord Injury

    Regeneration
    China
  • Not yet recruitingNCT07457645

    Safety and Efficacy of High-Channel Implanted BCI for Motor Function Improvement in Tetraplegia Patients

    This is an open-label single-arm clinical study conducted at designated clinical trial institutions, with three overall phases: a 3-month main study, a 3-month extension, and a 3-month follow-up.

    Brain Machine Interface (BMI)Arm MovementHand Movement
    China
  • RecruitingNCT05786313

    Study of Individualized, Precise and Standardized Cervical Open-door Surgery for Cervical Spinal Stenosis

    To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of individualized, precise and standardized open-door posterior cervical surgery through a single-center, exploratory clinical study, so as to provide a more reliable basis for the treatment of cervical spinal stenosis.

    Surgical Procedure
    China

Running, but closed to new participants (4)

Active studies that are no longer enrolling. Useful for seeing where the field is heading.

  • Active, not recruitingNCT07093827

    A Prospective Cohort Study on the Effect of Spinal Spinal Cord Injury on Sexual Function in Male Patients

    1. Background and Rationale Spinal cord injury (SCI) represents a devastating neurological condition with multidimensional consequences. While motor and sensory deficits are well-characterized, sexual dysfunction remains understudied despite its profound impact on quality of life.

    Sexual Function
    China
  • Active, not recruitingNCT06971510

    Exoskeleton Training on Balance Control and Turning in Ambulation in Individuals With Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury

    This study investigates the impact of exoskeleton training on individuals with incomplete spinal cord injury (iSCI). Investigators focus on assessing how the use of the exoskeleton influences balance control and turning during ambulation and quality of life in this population.

    Epidural StimulationRehabilitation
    China
  • Active, not recruitingNCT07295067

    Extracellular Vesicles for the Treatment of Syringomyelia

    This is a open-label, single-arm, dose escalation phase I clinical trial. The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and preliminary efficacy of Intrathecal injection human umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cell-derived extracellular vesicle (hUC-MSC-sEV) in syringomyelia.

    DrugsSafetyStem CellsBreathing Function
    China
  • Active, not recruitingNCT07594574

    Posterior Minimally Invasive Surgery for Treating Paralytic Scoliosis With Pelvic Obliquity in Children Following Spinal Cord Injury

    This randomized controlled trial compares posterior minimally invasive correction surgery with conventional posterior spinal fusion for children with paralytic scoliosis and severe pelvic obliquity following spinal cord injury.

    Surgical ProcedureTrunk Control
    China

Completed and closed (50)

Completed, terminated, withdrawn, or last reported with an unknown status. Completed trials are where published results come from.

  • Completed NCT06990412 A Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of an Implantable Wireless Brain-Computer Interface（BCI）System NEO in Patients With Tetraplegia
  • Unknown NCT04949971 A Comparative Study of High and Low Tidal Volume in Preventing Hypoxemia in Patients With Mechanical Ventilation After Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT00592722 A Multi-Centre Clinical Study in Chronic Spinal Cord Injury Patients
  • Completed NCT00517374 A Multi-Centre Clinical Study in Spinal Cord Injury Patients in Mainland China and Hong Kong
  • Unknown NCT00725790 A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Vardenafil in Men With Erectile Dysfunction Caused by Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT04528550 Autologous Bone Marrow-derived Mononuclear Cells for Acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT04952246 Clinical Isolation Syndrome of Spinal Cord and Multiple Sclerosis
  • Unknown NCT03643419 Clinical Study of Treatment of Acute Spinal Cord Injury by Near Infrared Light Irradiation
  • Completed NCT06964256 Clinical Trial of Abdominal Breathing for Urinary Retention After Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT00778323 Clinical Trial of Remote Preconditioning in Patients Undergoing Cervical Decompression Surgery
  • Completed NCT02016768 Decompressive Cervical Surgery and Hypertension
  • Unknown NCT01393977 Difference Between Rehabilitation Therapy and Stem Cells Transplantation in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury in China
  • Completed NCT01873547 Different Efficacy Between Rehabilitation Therapy and Stem Cells Transplantation in Patients With SCI in China
  • Completed NCT04089956 EAdi as a Predictor of Successful Extubation in Patients With Traumatic Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT04034108 Early Surgical Intervention Combined With Weight-supported Walking Training
  • Unknown NCT05262816 Effect of Electroacupuncture at Different Acupoints on Bladder Function After Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT04879602 Effect of Suctioning by Bronchoscope on Postoperative Pulmonary Complications Among Patients With SCI in the PACU
  • Completed NCT07641101 Effects Of App-Supported Transitional Care On Neurogenic Bladder In Spinal Cord Injury Patients
  • Unknown NCT02672670 Effects of a Coping-oriented Supportive Programme (COSP) for People With Spinal Cord Injury During Inpatient Rehabilitation
  • Completed NCT00750061 Efficacy and Safety of Lithium Carbonate in the Treatment of Chronic Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Unknown NCT04213131 Efficacy and Safety of hUC-MSCs and hUCB-MSCs in the Treatment of Chronic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT02554201 Efficacy of Electrical Pudendal Nerve Stimulation for Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction
  • Unknown NCT06553469 Efficacy of Sacral Nerve Modulation on Urinary and Defecation Dysfunction After Spinal Cord Injury：A Prospective, Single-arm Study
  • Unknown NCT06531837 Electroencephalographic Characteristics of Chronic Pain in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT03103516 Epidural Decompression Surgery Within 24 Hours After Acute Spinal Cord Injury Improves Spinal Nerve Function
  • Completed NCT03452059 Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Safety of AI-Robotics
  • Unknown NCT02510365 Functional Neural Regeneration Collagen Scaffold Transplantation in Acute Spinal Cord Injury Patients
  • Unknown NCT03966794 Functional Scaffold Transplantation Combined With Epidural Electrical Stimulation for Spinal Cord Injury Repair
  • Unknown NCT03521323 Intrathecal Transplantation of UC-MSC in Patients With Early Stage of Chronic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT03505034 Intrathecal Transplantation of UC-MSC in Patients With Late Stage of Chronic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT03521336 Intrathecal Transplantation of UC-MSC in Patients With Sub-Acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT01471613 Lithium, Cord Blood Cells and the Combination in the Treatment of Acute & Sub-acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT01446640 Mesenchymal Stem Cells Transplantation to Patients With Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT02688049 NeuroRegen Scaffold™ Combined With Stem Cells for Chronic Spinal Cord Injury Repair
  • Unknown NCT02688062 NeuroRegen Scaffold™ With Bone Marrow Mononuclear Cells Transplantation vs. Intradural Decompression and Adhesiolysis in SCI
  • Unknown NCT02352077 NeuroRegen Scaffold™ With Stem Cells for Chronic Spinal Cord Injury Repair
  • Unknown NCT03108859 Pre-and In-hospital First Aid Programs and Specifications for Spine and Spinal Cord Injury in Beijing of China
  • Completed NCT06881134 Rehabilitation Combining Spatiotemporal Spinal Cord Stimulation and Real-time Triggering Exoskeleton After Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT02481440 Repeated Subarachnoid Administrations of hUC-MSCs in Treating SCI
  • Completed NCT01989806 Robotic-assisted Locomotor Training on Mobility and Cardiopulmonary Function in Patients Suffering From Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT05967325 SVF Combined With Functional Self-assembling Peptide Nanofiber Hydrogels in the Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT00431171 Safety and Pharmacokinetics Study of Oral Lithium in Patients With Chronic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT04213742 Study on the Application of Gratitude Intervention in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT01855594 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Lithium Carbonate in Spinal Cord Injury Patients With Neuropathic Pain
  • Completed NCT05524103 Study to Evaluate the Safety and Pharmacokinetics of ALMB-0166 in Patients With Acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT04988425 TNFα Monoclonal Antibody for Acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT03909958 The Impact of Electroacupuncture on Clinical Effect,Brain Structural and Functional Changes on Spinal Cord Injury
  • Completed NCT06509841 The Impact of Jiaji Electroacupuncture and Scalp Electroacupuncture on Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Unknown NCT02663310 Treatment for Chronic Spinal Cord Injury: Surgery With Rehabilitation vs Rehabilitation
  • Completed NCT01354483 Umbilical Cord Blood Mononuclear Cell Transplant to Treat Chronic Spinal Cord Injury

Where this list comes from

Trials are pulled daily from the ClinicalTrials.gov registry and tagged by what they study and what they target. This page reflects the 2026-09-12 refresh of the 2,167 spinal cord injury trials SCI.help tracks. Eligibility criteria, study contacts, exact sites, and results live on each trial's ClinicalTrials.gov record, linked above. The full dataset is public at /data/sci_trials.min.json.

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