Recruiting NA Spinal Cord Injuries

New treatment option for Spinal Cord Injuries

Official title Assessment of a Robotic Exoskeleton for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05615766

What this study is testing

What it's testing
Rehabilitation robotics has the potential to facilitate rehabilitation at home and empower people with spinal injuries to self-manage increasing their independence and improving their quality of life. The objective of this study is to assess for the first time in the NHS the efficacy of a commercial robotic orthosis for upper limb rehabilitation in patients with spinal cord injury.

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Who can take part

Ages 18 and older

You may be able to join if

  • Age 18+ years.
  • The levels of C5 C6 Asia C/D would provide individuals with elbow and hand impairment and potentially functional shoulder movements. C7, C8...
  • Some gross shoulder movement at start of the trial to enable changes at the elbow/hand, to have the greatest potential for functional change.
  • Preservation of hand sensation as base for motor restoration.
  • Some sitting balance would give the best opportunity for the arm to be released for functional upper limb activity.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Age 18+ years.
  • The levels of C5 C6 Asia C/D would provide individuals with elbow and hand impairment and potentially functional shoulder movements. C7, C8 individuals could also benefit from the hand component of the device.
  • Some gross shoulder movement at start of the trial to enable changes at the elbow/hand, to have the greatest potential for functional change.
  • Preservation of hand sensation as base for motor restoration.
  • Some sitting balance would give the best opportunity for the arm to be released for functional upper limb activity.
  • EMG (muscle activity) evidence of active finger flexion, extension and elbow flexion extension Grade 1-2.
  • Minimal or No community functional use of upper limb at start of trial.
  • Spasticity MAS 1-3/5.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • London, United Kingdom
  • Oswestry, United Kingdom

Compensation & support

Compensation mentioned.

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Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

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How long does this study last?

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Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include London, United Kingdom; Oswestry, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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