Plain-English translation of NCT06992596 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing the Neuralink N1 Implant, a wireless device placed on your skull with tiny electrode threads inserted into your brain by a robotic surgical system. The implant is designed to read signals from your brain and allow you to control external devices—like a computer cursor or robotic arm—using only your thoughts. Researchers want to see if this treatment is safe and if it works well enough to help people with severe paralysis regain some independence.
People with severe paralysis from spinal cord injuries, strokes, or progressive diseases like ALS often lose the ability to move or communicate. This trial exists to find out whether a brain implant could bypass damaged nerves and restore the ability to control external devices, potentially giving people back some independence and quality of life.
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If you are enrolled, you will undergo surgery to have the N1 Implant placed on your skull and electrode threads inserted into your brain using a robotic surgical system. After recovery, you will work with the research team to learn how to use the implant to control external devices with your thoughts. The trial will involve regular clinic visits to monitor your safety, test the implant's function, and adjust settings as needed. The exact duration and number of visits will depend on the trial protocol, but expect ongoing follow-up care to ensure the implant is working safely.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 1, 2026 · Not medical advice
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