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Official title Shoulder Health After Rehabilitation and Performance Training
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07245706
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to investigate the impact of a home-based shoulder strength training on the overall shoulder health in manual wheelchair users, and if the timepoint of such a training makes a difference. The study is focusing on persons with a spinal cord injury in the thoracic or lumbar region of the spine, that have only recently been injured and will soon be discharged from primary rehabilitation.
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 70
You may be able to join if
- Persons with a paraplegia below T2
- Manual wheelchair user
- Age 18 - 70 years
- At discharge from initial rehabilitation
You likely can't join if
- Trauma or surgery of the shoulder with medical indication for immobilization of more than four weeks
- Constant use of power assistance for the wheelchair
- Any surgical implants that exclude the participant for MRI assessments of the shoulder
- Inability to follow the study instructions, e.g., mental health problems, language problems, dementia, claustrophobia (for MRI) etc.
- Persons with congenital conditions leading to SCI, SCI in the context of palliative care, neurodegenerative disorders, and Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
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 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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