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New treatment option for Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
Official title Exploring the Feasibility and Benefits of Implementing Pelvic Floor Muscle Training During Inpatient Rehabilitation for People With Spinal Cord Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07519928
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical study is to determine the feasibility and explore the potential benefits of pelvic floor muscle training during inpatient SCI rehabilitation on urinary, bowel, and sexual function and quality of life in people with SCI. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 19 and older
You may be able to join if
- Are at least 19 years of age.
- Have a traumatic or non-traumatic SCI
- Are able to perform a voluntary anal contraction
- Present with bladder or urinary tract dysfunction from SCI
- Are a current inpatient at GF Strong Rehabilitation Center and are expected to remain as an inpatient for at least 6 weeks after the time of consent.
You likely can't join if
- Present with symptoms of lower motor neuron injury to the sacral segments (e.g. negative anal and bulbocavernosus reflexes)
- Present with any other condition besides SCI that impacts the pelvic floor muscles or other pelvic structures
- Are planning to receive intra-detrusor Botox injections in the next 3 months
- Have a brain injury or other condition that interferes with their ability to follow instructions
- Are using a ventilator
- Have severe and unmanaged spasticity (involuntary muscle tightness or spasms) or contractures (prolonged muscle/joint stiffness)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Are at least 19 years of age.
- Have a traumatic or non-traumatic SCI
- Are able to perform a voluntary anal contraction
- Present with bladder or urinary tract dysfunction from SCI
- Are a current inpatient at GF Strong Rehabilitation Center and are expected to remain as an inpatient for at least 6 weeks after the time of consent.
- Are able to speak and understand English.
- Present with symptoms of lower motor neuron injury to the sacral segments (e.g. negative anal and bulbocavernosus reflexes)
- Present with any other condition besides SCI that impacts the pelvic floor muscles or other pelvic structures
- Are planning to receive intra-detrusor Botox injections in the next 3 months
- Have a brain injury or other condition that interferes with their ability to follow instructions
- Are using a ventilator
- Have severe and unmanaged spasticity (involuntary muscle tightness or spasms) or contractures (prolonged muscle/joint stiffness)
- Are unable to tolerate transfers to or lie on a physical therapy table
- Experience severe pain that interferes with their ability to participate in pelvic floor muscle training
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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, 19 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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