Latest ICORD Research Studies:

TSCS Home Study
The Krassioukov lab is conducting a pilot study investigating the safety and feasibility of a new investigational device called SCONE— a portable non-invasive electrical device that provides transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) by electrodes connected to a battery-powered source which Read More…

Menopause and spinal cord injury
This study involves an online survey and optional online workshop. We want to learn about the questions people with spinal cord injuries/disorders (SCI/D) and healthcare professionals have about perimenopause and menopause. This study will help determine the priority areas for Read More…

Menopause and spinal cord injury
This study involves an online survey and optional online workshop. We want to learn about the questions people with spinal cord injuries/disorders (SCI/D) and healthcare professionals have about perimenopause and menopause. This study will help determine the priority areas for Read More…

National survey to explore opinions about a new experimental treatment under development for spinal cord injury that involves biomaterials
Mend the Gap is a group of 30 international scientists working closely with people with lived experience (PLEX) of SCI toward a new experimental treatment for SCI. The treatment involves a combination of drugs and an injectable biomaterial. The treatment Read More…

Access to Fly
The overall goal of the Access to Fly study is to use evidence and user-feedback to develop training recommendations and resources for airline and airport personnel. If you are an individual with SCI, we would like to learn about your Read More…

Youth with SCI and their experiences with physical activity
Adolescence and young adulthood is a critical time for developing personal identity, independence and social connections. Engaging in physical activity (PA) including sport, exercise and leisure time activity can support this growth. Additionally, individuals who are more active during these Read More…

Non-invasive MRI to measure brain and spinal cord changes after SCI
Inflammation is a natural part of the body’s defence system. It helps us heal and protects us from harm by activating and recruiting immune cells and helpful chemicals. After a spinal cord injury (SCI), however, this changes quickly, and inflammation Read More…

Understanding experiences with deployable ramps and platform to vehicle gaps
Accessible public transportation is crucial, yet many passengers encounter challenges when using ramps for buses or navigating train-to-platform gaps. This study assesses how effectively these ramps support boarding and evaluates gap features—such as dimensions and visibility—to ensure safety and usability. Read More…

Pelvic Floor Muscle Physiotherapy Study
The pelvic floor muscles are a group of specialized muscles in the pelvis that are important for urinary, bowel, and sexual function. In able-bodied people, physiotherapy programs that strengthen these muscles are a common treatment for symptoms of pelvic dysfunction Read More…

Vestibular Experience Study
When we move around our environments, our body uses special organs in our head/ears (the vestibular system) to monitor our movement and maintain balance. After a spinal cord injury (SCI), the vestibular system often has to adapt to new movement Read More…