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Neurostimulation for Spinal Cord Injury
Study Summary
This trial investigates how spinal cord injury affects the brain, nerves and diaphragm, and how these areas can be improved using stimulation and exercise.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I have a history of seizures or epilepsy.I need a ventilator to breathe or my lung capacity is less than 80% due to a spinal injury.I have a brain condition not caused by seizures and I'm not on seizure medication.I am taking medication that could increase my risk of seizures.You rely completely on a diaphragmatic pacer for breathing support all day, every day.I am currently taking Bupropion, Dolutegravir, Lacosamide, Trilaciclib, or drugs that prolong the PR Interval.I have had a head injury or stroke in the past.You have a metal plate in your skull.I do not have any health issues that would interfere with the study.I had a condition before my spinal cord injury that made it hard for me to exercise.I have a spinal condition like stenosis, MS, or a herniated disk.I have a history of major depression, psychosis, or cognitive issues.You have metal objects in your head, such as shrapnel, cochlear implants, or aneurysm clips.I am between 18 and 85 years old.You have had a spinal cord injury for at least 6 months.My spinal cord injury is between the C1 and C5 vertebrae.
- Group 1: Neurostimulation for respiratory function after 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
Is the inclusion criteria for this research broad enough to incorporate individuals over 70 years old?
"Patients aged 18 and above, but under 85 are eligible for enrolment in this clinical trial."
Could I receive permission to join this experiment?
"To be eligible, applicants must have spinal cord injury and should fall between the ages of 18 to 85. This clinical trial is open for admission to up to 10 individuals."
How many participants are currently enrolled in this trial?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, the medical trial was initially posted on February 28th 2023 and is actively seeking enrolment from 10 patients across 1 site."
Is enrollment open at this moment for the trial?
"As per the clinicaltrials.gov database, this research project is presently in its recruitment phase which began on February 28th of 2023 and was recently updated on the 23rd of that same month."
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