Recruiting NA Tetraplegia/Tetraparesis

New treatment option for Tetraplegia/Tetraparesis

Official title CAN-PRIME: Precise Robotically Implanted Brain-Computer Interface for the Control of External Devices

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06700304

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The CAN-PRIME Study is to test the safety and functionality of Neuralink's N1 Implant and R1 Robot in people who have difficulty moving their arms and legs (tetraparesis or tetraplegia). The N1 Implant is a small, wireless device placed in the skull.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 19 and older

You may be able to join if

  • Severe quadriplegia (tetraplegia) due to spinal cord injury or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for at least 1 year without improvement, where...
  • Life expectancy ≥ 12 months.
  • Ability to communicate in English
  • Presence of a stable caregiver

You likely can't join if

  • Moderate to high risk for serious perioperative adverse events
  • Active implanted devices
  • Morbid obesity (Body Mass Index \> 40)
  • History of poorly controlled seizures or epilepsy
  • History of poorly controlled diabetes
  • Requires magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for any ongoing medical conditions
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Severe quadriplegia (tetraplegia) due to spinal cord injury or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for at least 1 year without improvement, where quadriplegia is defined as having very limited or no hand, wrist, and arm...
  • Life expectancy ≥ 12 months.
  • Ability to communicate in English
  • Presence of a stable caregiver
What rules you out
  • Moderate to high risk for serious perioperative adverse events
  • Active implanted devices
  • Morbid obesity (Body Mass Index \> 40)
  • History of poorly controlled seizures or epilepsy
  • History of poorly controlled diabetes
  • Requires magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for any ongoing medical conditions
  • Acquired or hereditary immunosuppression
  • Use of smoking tobacco or other tobacco products
  • Psychiatric or psychological disorder
  • Brain MRI demonstrating hemorrhage, tumor, distorted or adverse anatomy.
  • Any condition which, in the opinion of the Investigator, would compromise your ability to safely participate in the study or undergo the implantation procedure

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 19 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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