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New treatment option for Firearm Injury
Official title Recovery Legal Care Clinical Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06618794
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs (HVIPs) affiliated with trauma centers in the US often focus on individual behavior modification for reduction in re-victimization. There is a lack of reproducible evidence that has demonstrated effectiveness, given the exclusion of addressing inequities in the Social and Structural Determinants of Health (SSDOH), often the root causes of violent injury and preventable homicide.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 and older
You may be able to join if
- Treatment for an interpersonal violent injury at the University of Chicago Trauma Center (e.g., gunshot, stab wound, assault)
- Ages 14+ years
- Able to provide informed consent (18 years and older) or assent (14-17 years) Inclusion of women and minorities: This research proposal includes...
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosis of severe mental illness (e.g., psychotic disorder, schizophrenia, suicidality)
- Treated for a non-interpersonal violent injury type (e.g., car accident)
- Treated for self-inflicted or accidental injuries
- Unable to provide informed consent due to mental status
- Prior receipt of legal services at UCMC within the past year
- Currently imprisoned or incarcerated
See the full eligibility criteria
- Treatment for an interpersonal violent injury at the University of Chicago Trauma Center (e.g., gunshot, stab wound, assault)
- Ages 14+ years
- Able to provide informed consent (18 years and older) or assent (14-17 years) Inclusion of women and minorities: This research proposal includes women and ethnic minorities. Patient participants will be primarily...
- Diagnosis of severe mental illness (e.g., psychotic disorder, schizophrenia, suicidality)
- Treated for a non-interpersonal violent injury type (e.g., car accident)
- Treated for self-inflicted or accidental injuries
- Unable to provide informed consent due to mental status
- Prior receipt of legal services at UCMC within the past year
- Currently imprisoned or incarcerated
- Residing at a non-Illinois address
- Non-English speakers
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chicago, Illinois, 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, 14 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chicago, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.