Spinal Cord Injury Neuroplasticity Study
Researchers at UNSW and NeuRA are conducting a study to better understand how the brain re-organises itself after spinal cord injury.
The brain is an extremely adaptive organ, with the connections between brain cells constantly changing, allowing us to learn new skills or retain memories. The ability of the brain to re-organise its connections is called neuroplasticity. Spinal cord injury is one of the experiences that causes the brain to re-organise itself due to the loss of sensory and motor function in
various regions of the body.
In this study, we aim to use non-invasive brain stimulation methods to measure and induce neuroplasticity in individuals with a spinal cord injury. Gaining insight into how the brain reorganises itself after a spinal cord injury will enable us to develop better treatments for people after SCI.
Participation in the trial will involve:
Attending Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) at Randwick for three sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation (a gap of 14 days between each session is required).
Each session will take approximately 2 hours to complete.
You will also be required to complete a set of online questionnaires before each session (15-20mins).
Participants will receive $150/session, and you will be reimbursed or your travel expenses.
If you have an SCI (complete or incomplete), and normal hand function, and are interested in learning more about the study, please complete and submit the form. The researchers will contact you asap.
