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New treatment option for Spinal Cord Injury
Official title Neuromodulation After Spinal Cord Injury to Improve Limb Function
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06815601
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The University at Buffalo (UB) Department of Rehabilitation Sciences is looking for adult volunteers with and without spinal cord injuries for a study on hand movement. The goal of the study is to learn about how the brain, nerves, and muscles of the body are connected and perform everyday tasks.
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 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy adults between the ages of 18-75 years old who are right-handed
- Adults between the ages of 18-75 years old who have had a spinal cord injury (SCI)
You likely can't join if
- For both healthy individuals and those with SCI:
- Uncontrolled medical problems including pulmonary, cardiovascular or orthopedic disease
- Any debilitating disease prior to the SCI that caused exercise intolerance
- Ongoing major depression or altered cognitive status
- Metal plate in skull
- History of seizures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Healthy adults between the ages of 18-75 years old who are right-handed
- Adults between the ages of 18-75 years old who have had a spinal cord injury (SCI)
- For both healthy individuals and those with SCI:
- Uncontrolled medical problems including pulmonary, cardiovascular or orthopedic disease
- Any debilitating disease prior to the SCI that caused exercise intolerance
- Ongoing major depression or altered cognitive status
- Metal plate in skull
- History of seizures
- Receiving drugs acting primarily on the central nervous system, which lower the seizure threshold such as antipsychotic drugs
- Pregnant females
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Buffalo, New York, 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 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Buffalo, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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