Combined botulinum toxin type A and electrical stimulation in individuals with C5–C6 and C6–C7 tetraplegia: a pilot study

This study aimed to see if combining botulinum toxin injections with electrical stimulation could improve hand function in people with incomplete spinal cord injuries. The researchers focused on individuals with C5-C6 and C6-C7 tetraplegia, where hand function is often compromised. They found that the combined treatment showed promise, especially in those with C6-C7 injuries, suggesting a potential non-surgical option for improving hand function.

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  Treatments produced a significant reduction in motor spasticity (MAS) and better dexterity (NHPT) in the C6–C7 BML with respect to the WML cases
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  FIM motor scores improved more in BML (median: 20; range 20/22) than in WML (median: 10; range 8/17).
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  Hand function improvement, determined by combined BONT-A and ES, was better in C6–C7 than in C5–C6 SCI patients.