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New treatment option for Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
Official title Enhancing Rehabilitation Participation in Patients With SCI/D Using Motivational Interviewing
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07364773
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this multi-site clinical trial is to see whether people with spinal cord injury or disorder (SCI/D) demonstrate higher level of participation in rehabilitation sessions and other outcomes when their therapists are trained in a counseling style called motivational interviewing. We want to answer the following questions: 1.
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- Therapist
- Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for at least 3 months;
- Practicing at the designated SCI inpatient units at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Baylor Scott \& White Institute for Rehabilitation and University of...
- Willing to audio record conversations during regularly-scheduled rehabilitation therapy sessions with patients;
- Willing and able to participate in 16 hours of MI training; and
You likely can't join if
- Inability to speak and understand English
- Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for less than 3 months; and
- Unwilling or unable to follow the study protocol Patient Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults (18+)
- Presence of a traumatic or non-traumatic spinal cord injury
- Inpatient in the spinal cord injury unit of the three study sites
See the full eligibility criteria
- Therapist
- Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for at least 3 months;
- Practicing at the designated SCI inpatient units at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Baylor Scott \& White Institute for Rehabilitation and University of Washington-Harborview Medical Center;
- Willing to audio record conversations during regularly-scheduled rehabilitation therapy sessions with patients;
- Willing and able to participate in 16 hours of MI training; and
- Willing to receive feedback on MI skills. Therapist
- Inability to speak and understand English
- Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for less than 3 months; and
- Unwilling or unable to follow the study protocol Patient Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults (18+)
- Presence of a traumatic or non-traumatic spinal cord injury
- Inpatient in the spinal cord injury unit of the three study sites
- Has a physical or occupational therapist who is a participant in the study Patient Exclusion Criteria:
- Inability to speak and understand English
- Cognitive deficits
- Unwilling to allow for therapy sessions to be recorded
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Dallas, Texas, United States
- Seattle, Washington, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chicago, Illinois, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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