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Neuromodulation Device

Neuromodulation Techniques for Spinal Cord Injury

Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Ashraf Gorgey, PhD PT
Research Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Participants will be between 18-70 years old, male, with traumatic motor complete SCI and level of injury of T10 and above, as determined by EMG testing and International Standards for Neurological Classification of SCI (ISNCSCI) exam
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 9 months
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is testing if a robotic suit can help people with spinal cord injuries walk, which could help with other health problems associated with the injury.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for males aged 18-70 with traumatic motor complete spinal cord injury (SCI) at T10 level or above. They must have specific motor deficits, functional limb range of motion, and pass safety assessments like the Modified Ashworth Scale. Excluded are those with other neurological injuries, unhealed fractures, severe scoliosis or contractures that prevent exoskeleton use, certain implanted devices, low bone density scores, untreated severe conditions such as hypertension or diabetes.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests two rehabilitation techniques for SCI: one combines an exoskeleton suit with spinal cord epidural stimulation (EAW+SCES), and the other pairs the suit with transspinal stimulation (EAW+TS). The goal is to improve standing and walking abilities while reducing health issues related to SCI.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include discomfort from wearing the exoskeleton or during stimulation procedures. There might also be risks of skin irritation where electrodes are placed for stimulation and muscle fatigue due to physical therapy.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am a man aged 18-70 with a severe spinal cord injury above T10.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~9 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 9 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
10-meter walking speed (m/sec)
Muscles electromyography (EMG) activity (micro-volts)
Secondary outcome measures
Fasting lipid profile (mg/dl)
Fat mass and fat-free mass (kg)
Oxygen Uptake (ml/min)
Other outcome measures
Urinary Bladder

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: EAW+TSExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Three months of exoskeleton training followed by 6 months of transspinal stimulation.
Group II: EAW+SCESExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Three months of exoskeleton training followed by 6 months of epidural stimulation.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

VA Office of Research and DevelopmentLead Sponsor
1,611 Previous Clinical Trials
3,305,274 Total Patients Enrolled
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityOTHER
699 Previous Clinical Trials
22,885,035 Total Patients Enrolled
Ashraf Gorgey, PhD PTPrincipal InvestigatorHunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA
2 Previous Clinical Trials
38 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

EAW+SCES (Neuromodulation Device) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04241250 — Phase 2
Spinal Cord Injury Research Study Groups: EAW+TS, EAW+SCES
Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial 2023: EAW+SCES Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04241250 — Phase 2
EAW+SCES (Neuromodulation Device) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04241250 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many willing individuals are enrolled in this experiment?

"That is accurate. The information available on clinicaltrials.gov does show that this study is looking for more participants. This trial was first posted on 6/1/2020 and was last updated recently on 4/5/2022. They are only searching for 10 people total at 1 location."

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Are there any available openings for participants in this research?

"That is accurate. According to the listings on clinicaltrials.gov, this study began recruiting patients on 6/1/2020 and is still seeking participants. They are looking for a total of 10 individuals at 1 location."

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I am interested in enrolling as a subject for this experiment, what are the next steps?

"This trial is seeking 10 individuals that have suffered a spinal cord injury, are aged between 18 and 70, and meet the following requirements: All participants will be between 18-70 years old, male, with traumatic motor complete SCI and level of injury of T10 and above, as determined by EMG testing and International Standards for Neurological Classification of SCI (ISNCSCI) exam, All participants will undergo ISNCSCI examination for neurological level and function and only those with American Spinal Injury Classification (AIS A and B; i.e. motor deficit below the level of injury) will be included."

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How does EAW+SCES (exoskeleton and spinal cord epidural stimulation) affect long-term health?

"EAW+SCES (exoskelton and spinal cord epidural stimulation) has not been proven effective yet, but there is some data supporting its safety which puts it at a 2 on our scale."

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Does the age limit for this trial exclude people who are under 35 years old?

"In order to be applicable for this study, potential patients must fall in the age bracket of 18-70. There are currently 39 other trials underway testing drugs on individuals below 18 and 324 studies involving those above 65."

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~1 spots leftby Jul 2024