How is ARCEX Therapy different than other therapies that address mobility and function for people with spinal cord injuries?
The ARCEX System offers several important advantages over other electrical stimulation therapies currently available:
• SCI specific: designed for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI), with the Up-LIFT study confirming safety and effectiveness in this population
• Volitionally driven: stimulation excites the spinal cord so that signals from the brain to the body weakened or interrupted by an SCI can produce voluntary movement
• Stimulation comfort: carrier frequency makes longer electrical pulses, which are more effective at activating target sensory nerves, more comfortable
• Convenient setup: a quick and easy non-invasive setup with just four electrodes, allowing full freedom of motion to interact with objects and perform tasks while training
• Muscle engagement: stimulating the spinal cord activates multiple muscle groups simultaneously, leveraging natural muscle recruitment for fine motor control and reduced fatigue
• Persisting benefits: demonstrated improvements in hand strength and sensation without active stimulation