July 2026
If you missed our recent Supporter Webinar, or would like to watch it again, you can now catch up with the full recording on YouTube.
In this special webinar, we introduced the ARC-EX Real World Programme, a pioneering initiative from the Spinal Research Recovery Alliance that is exploring how the ARC-EX spinal cord stimulation system can be integrated into everyday rehabilitation across the UK.
Developed by ONWARD Medical, the ARC-EX system combines targeted spinal cord stimulation with activity-based rehabilitation. It has already shown encouraging results in improving hand and arm function for some people living with spinal cord injury. Through the Real World Programme, Spinal Research is working with specialist rehabilitation centres to understand how this technology can be used in routine clinical practice and the impact it can have in everyday rehabilitation.
Watch the Webinar
Hosted by Spinal Research Chief Executive Louisa McGinn, the webinar features: Dave Marver, CEO, ONWARD Medical; Tilly Cumming, Clinical Lead at the Matt Hampson Foundation Get Busy Living Centre; and Sophie Wilson, Head of Operations at the Matt Hampson Foundation and participant in the ARC-EX programme. The discussion also includes questions from supporters.
Find out more
If you’d like to learn more about the topics discussed during the webinar, the following resources may be useful:
- Find an ARC-EX centre to see where the technology is currently available.
- Register your interest with ONWARD Medical to receive updates about ARC-EX and future opportunities.
Thank you to everyone who joined us live and submitted questions. Your interest and support help us accelerate research, support innovative programmes like this and move us closer to a cure for paralysis.
