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Onward Medical's Device Boosts Blood Pressure Control in SCI Patients

9/19/2025

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Onward Medical's ARC-IM system improves blood pressure control in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients, enhancing their quality of life.
Two studies in *Nature* and *Nature Medicine* confirm the system's effectiveness and safety.
The FDA granted investigational device exemption last month, showing promise in stabilizing blood pressure.
Research with 14 participants across Switzerland, Canada, and the Netherlands showed significant improvements in hypotensive symptoms.
Future clinical trials aim to validate these results and pursue regulatory approval.

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Story summary

Onward Medical's ARC-IM system improves blood pressure control in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients, enhancing their quality of life.
Two studies in *Nature* and *Nature Medicine* confirm the system's effectiveness and safety.
The FDA granted investigational device exemption last month, showing promise in stabilizing blood pressure.
Research with 14 participants across Switzerland, Canada, and the Netherlands showed significant improvements in hypotensive symptoms.
Future clinical trials aim to validate these results and pursue regulatory approval.