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Spinal cord stimulation for upper limb motor function in people with chronic post-stroke hemiparesis: a feasibility trial.
Nature medicine·July 1, 2026·PMID 42243548
Why it mattersChronic post-stroke hemiparesis often plateaus with standard rehabilitation. This study suggests cervical SCS may provide immediate motor gains without intensive therapy, offering a potential neuroprosthetic option for patients with limited recovery.
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