Effects of Activity-Dependent Plasticity on Recovery of Bladder and Sexual Function After Human Spinal Cord Injury
This study will incorporate critical cross viscero-visceral intersystem interactions to 1) investigate in a controlled laboratory setting and then with mobile at-home monitoring the extent, severity, and frequency of occurrence of autonomic dysreflexia with respect to daily bladder and bowel function, in conjunction with identifying potential underlying mechanisms by examining urinary biomarkers for several specific vasoactive hormones, and 2) to regulate cardiovascular function therapeutically as part of bladder and bowel management using spinal cord epidural stimulation.
• At least 18 years of age;
• AIS A to D;
• Neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction;
• Stable medical condition
• At least 18 years of age;
• AIS A to D;
• Neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction;
• Use of intermittent catheterization for bladder emptying;
• Prior implantation of a Medtronic scES array