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New treatment option for Nerve Injury
Official title Promoting Healing of Injured Nerves With Electrical Stimulation Therapy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05884125
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is evaluating a new therapeutic use of electrical stimulation to promote nerve healing and improve functional recovery following surgical intervention for peripheral nerve injury in arm. Participants will be randomized into one of two groups, treatment or control, with all participants receiving standard of care treatment for the nerve injury.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Upper extremity mixed or motor nerve injury from the brachial plexus to the wrist crease.
- Candidate for surgical intervention.
- Indicated for surgical repair by nerve transfer, primary repair, or nerve grafting.
- Are age 18-80 years.
- Signed and dated informed consent form.
You likely can't join if
- Severe comorbid condition, such as arrhythmia or congestive heart failure, preventing surgery.
- Primary repair requiring graft \>6cm.
- Nerve reconstruction occurring \>12 months post injury.
- Age less than 18 or greater than 80 years.
- All contraindications to included/required surgical procedure, including but not limited to language barriers, mental status barriers, inability to...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Columbus, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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