Onward Medical

08/09/2026

“I think the measure of success is when a person is able to do the things that they want to do, outside of therapy, and when they make progress that’s meaningful to them.”

At the Abilities Research Center at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, physical therapist Jessica Polizzi, PT, DPT, NCS, is integrating innovative technologies, such as the ARC-EX® System, to support the rehabilitation of people living with spinal cord injuries. ARC-EX is the first US FDA-cleared technology indicated to improve hand strength and sensation after .

“What’s really exciting is that people come in who previously might have needed a caregiver’s support to be able to drink something,” says Jessica. “Now they’re coming back to me in the next session and saying, ‘I was able to eat a meal independently,’ or ‘I was able to consistently lift a water bottle to my mouth.’”

Today and every day, we are grateful to PTs helping people living with SCI achieve the goals that matter to them.

Learn about how Jessica supports the SCI community.

Mount Sinai - Rehabilitation and Human Performance

ARC-EX Indication for Use: The ARC-EX System is intended to deliver programmed, transcutaneous electrical spinal cord stimulation in conjunction with functional task practice in the clinic and with take-home exercises in the home to improve hand sensation and strength in individuals between 18 and 75 years old that present with a chronic, nonprogressive neurological deficits resulting from an incomplete spinal cord injury (C2-C8 inclusive). The ARC-EX System is intended to be operated in medical centers by rehabilitation professionals and at home by patients and persons providing assistance to patients, as needed.

05/09/2026

Just like every spinal cord injury is different, every person’s story is different.

People living with SCI face unique challenges that change how they navigate daily life. As Jessie Owen and Kenny Salvini discuss in the first episode of the Powering Through podcast, the most important thing we can do is show up and support each other after a traumatic moment.

From rehabilitation centers and hospitals to caregivers and family members and friends, this is the community that shows up every day. We are incredibly proud to serve and support this community. Every moment, every connection, and every conversation shared fuels our mission to help restore movement, function, and independence for people living with SCI.

We are grateful to Jessie, Kenny, and all the members of the community who share and trust us with their experience and time to help us make a meaningful difference in their lives.

04/09/2026

A new episode of Powering Through has just dropped!

To kick off National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, podcast host Jessie Owen meets with Cole and Charisma Sydnor, the couple behind the hit vlog, Roll with Cole & Charisma!

Together, the three explore the blurry line between being a spouse and being a caregiver, and what parenthood will look like for the couple as Cole prepares to become a dad living with a spinal cord injury.

🎧 Powering Through is available now on your favorite podcast platform:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3tRET9GpmMu4Sx5bUj0Ckn
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/powering-through-episode-5-cole-charisma-sydnor/id1895849180?i=1000787385390
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YIAJByaQ2Y&t=707s

03/09/2026

We announced the first implant in the EIGER clinical feasibility study evaluating the safety and preliminary effectiveness of the investigational ARC-IM® System to restore mobility after both subacute and chronic spinal cord injury. EIGER is the first ONWARD mobility study to include individuals with subacute spinal cord injuries, defined as injuries sustained within 6 weeks of enrollment. Supported by a grant from Innosuisse, the study is being conducted in Switzerland at the Schweizer Paraplegiker-Stiftung in Nottwil and at the CHUV / Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois in Lausanne.

“The EIGER study is an important next step in our drive to restore mobility after spinal cord injury,” said Dave Marver, CEO of ONWARD Medical. "We intend for this study to inform the design of a pivotal study that will enable us to bring this important new therapy to market for the benefit of those with and other movement disabilities.”

Read the full press release: https://ir.onwd.com/static-files/6d125f54-19b6-46f3-aa29-1b2d3b17b91e



ARC-IM® is investigational and not available for commercial use.

01/09/2026

“I feel that we’re at a really exciting point in what’s available to patients in neurotechnology right now.”
Dr. David Putrino is the Director of Rehabilitation Innovation at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.

“Now we're getting to say, we can try things that may give you back some of the function that you've lost and I think most of that is largely thanks to novel neurostimulation techniques.”

Hear more about Dr. Putrino’s philosophy and perspective on the significance of innovative neurorehabilitation technologies, such as the ARC-EX® System, to support people living with spinal cord injury on their recovery journey.



ARC-EX Indication for Use: The ARC-EX System is intended to deliver programmed, transcutaneous electrical spinal cord stimulation in conjunction with functional task practice in the clinic and with take-home exercises in the home to improve hand sensation and strength in individuals between 18 and 75 years old that present with a chronic, nonprogressive neurological deficits resulting from an incomplete spinal cord injury (C2-C8 inclusive). The ARC-EX System is intended to be operated in medical centers by rehabilitation professionals and at home by patients and persons providing assistance to patients, as needed

31/08/2026

It is such an enriching experience to meet members of the community during the Paralyzed Veterans of America Healthcare Summit + Expo 2026.

Are you also attending the ?

📍Drop by Booth 206 – we’d love to connect!
📍Don't miss our expert sponsored session and live Q&A on Monday, August 31 at 12:15 p.m.

26/08/2026

“You don’t know what you don’t know until somebody shows you.”

From testing adaptive equipment to embracing creative problem-solving, Mason Branstrator has learned that life after spinal cord injury is an endless journey of discovery – and sharing.

Tune in to the latest episode of Powering Through to hear Mason and podcast host Jessie Owen discuss the power of community and why learning from others is game-changing.

⬇️ What does community mean to you? Share with us in the comments!

🎧 Powering Through is available now on your favorite podcast platform:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2xkdlMWFgWwYHLUhROYVtu
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/powering-through-episode-4-mason-branstrator/id1895849180?i=1000780020078
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_t-kM6JLb4&t=1413s

24/08/2026

We are proud to be attending the Paralyzed Veterans of America Healthcare Summit + Expo 2026 taking place from August 30 to September 2 in Las Vegas!

The offers a unique opportunity to network and explore emerging science and research to improve care for veterans living with spinal cord injury and other movement disabilities.

Don’t miss our live Q&A on Monday, August 31 at 12:15 p.m., where US Army Veteran Ismael Baca will share his experience of living with SCI and the impact of ARC-EX®. From the first use at the Albuquerque Vet Center to at-home treatment, ARC-EX has helped Ismael achieve more in his daily life.

Visit Booth 206 in the exhibit hall to meet our team and learn more about our external spinal cord stimulation technology indicated to improve hand strength and sensation after .

We can’t wait to see you there and witness the in action!



ARC-EX Indication for Use: The ARC-EX System is intended to deliver programmed, transcutaneous electrical spinal cord stimulation in conjunction with functional task practice in the clinic and with take-home exercises in the home to improve hand sensation and strength in individuals between 18 and 75 years old that present with a chronic, nonprogressive neurological deficits resulting from an incomplete spinal cord injury (C2-C8 inclusive). The ARC-EX System is intended to be operated in medical centers by rehabilitation professionals and at home by patients and persons providing assistance to patients, as needed.

19/08/2026

Have you read the summer edition of Spinal Research's Connections magazine yet?

Connections’ latest edition spotlights Sophie Wilson's remarkable journey following her spinal cord injury. Sophie is a participant in Spinal Research’s recently launched ARC-EX® Real-World Programme which explores how the device can be integrated into everyday rehabilitation.

Read her inspiring story: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e2236bc19c.html

We can't wait to see what Sophie achieves!



ARC-EX Indication for Use: The ARC-EX System is intended to deliver programmed, transcutaneous electrical spinal cord stimulation in conjunction with functional task practice in the clinic and with take-home exercises in the home to improve hand sensation and strength in individuals between 18 and 75 years old that present with a chronic, nonprogressive neurological deficits resulting from an incomplete spinal cord injury (C2-C8 inclusive). The ARC-EX System is intended to be operated in medical centers by rehabilitation professionals and at home by patients and persons providing assistance to patients, as needed.

Your latest edition of Connections Magazine is now ready to read online.

Connections is our regular supporter magazine. In this Summer edition you can learn about the ARC-EX Real-World Programme, check out our latest Research Round-Up, and hear how our community are powering the mission to cure paralysis.

Visit our website to read today.

https://spinal-research.org/connections/

12/08/2026

“I can actually hold a jam jar and undo the lid. Rather than having to use my teeth, I can use both hands, which I couldn’t do before.”

For Peter Brown, who lives with a spinal cord injury, these everyday tasks became possible after incorporating the ARC-EX® System into his rehabilitation program at neurokinex, which specializes in activity-based rehabilitation for people living with paralysis.

Watch the full ITV report spotlighting the real-life impact of ARC-EX: https://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2026-06-28/new-technique-being-used-to-treat-spinal-injuries

We are grateful to ITV News for sharing Peter's story and to Neurokinex for the important work they do every day for the community.



ARC-EX Indication for Use: The ARC-EX System is intended to deliver programmed, transcutaneous electrical spinal cord stimulation in conjunction with functional task practice in the clinic and with take-home exercises in the home to improve hand sensation and strength in individuals between 18 and 75 years old that present with a chronic, nonprogressive neurological deficits resulting from an incomplete spinal cord injury (C2-C8 inclusive). The ARC-EX System is intended to be operated in medical centers by rehabilitation professionals and at home by patients and persons providing assistance to patients, as needed.

Credit: ITV News Meridian