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Autonomic Function Testing for Spinal Cord Injury
Study Summary
This trial looks to understand how different degrees of dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system after spinal cord injury relate to secondary autonomic complications.
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I am not pregnant or breastfeeding.If you have a spinal cord injury, it must be classified as A-D on the American Spinal Injury Association Impairment Scale, which measures the severity of your injury.I am able to understand and give consent for my participation.If you have a spinal cord injury, it must be at a certain level defined by specific guidelines.My spinal cord injury was caused by trauma as an adult.I am currently on blood thinners.I am between 18 and 50 years old.My injury occurred between 1 and 5 years ago.You have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30, which may affect the study's ability to understand the impact of spinal cord injury on heart disease and diabetes.I have a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, neurological issues (except spinal cord injury), or diabetes.
- Group 1: Individuals with spinal cord injury
- Group 2: Individuals without spinal cord injury
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I become involved in this research project?
"Up to 69 individuals with autonomic dysreflexia that are between 18-50 years old can participate in this study. The most vital requirement for applicants is that they meet the following qualifications:- age 18-50 years old., All subjects, Participants with spinal cord injury, Time since injury restricted to 1-5 years, in an effort to limit baroreflex desensitization., Neurological level of injury, C1-T12, as defined by the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury. Incorporating level of injury down to T12 to encompass a broad range of autonomic dysfunction."
How many people are being given the chance to try this new medication?
"That is correct. The trial, which was posted on November 13th 2020, according to clinicaltrials.gov, is currently looking for 69 individuals from 1 location."
Would this research be available to people who are elderly?
"This trial is only enrolling patients that are aged between 18 and 50."
Are there any current vacancies for this research project?
"The study is still open and looking for participants, according to the information available on clinicaltrials.gov. This research was originally posted on November 13th 2020, with the most recent update being June 20th 2022."
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