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New treatment option for Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy
Official title Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Myelopathy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07660250
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The objective of this study is to generate preliminary data to establish the feasibility and effectiveness of transauricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) to improve post-operative outcomes of moderate to severe degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM)
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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 18 years of age or older
- Moderate or severe degenerative cervical myelopathy according to the mJOA
- Decompression surgery planned
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy
- Electrically active implants (e.g. pacemaker)
- Known diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, concomitant thoracic and/or lumbar stenosis, spine tumor...
- Ongoing cancer therapy
- Ongoing use of immunomodulating or suppressive medication
- Sustained bradycardia with a heartrate \ 5 minutes following admission.
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18 years of age or older
- Moderate or severe degenerative cervical myelopathy according to the mJOA
- Decompression surgery planned
- Pregnancy
- Electrically active implants (e.g. pacemaker)
- Known diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, concomitant thoracic and/or lumbar stenosis, spine tumor, HIV-related myelopathy
- Ongoing cancer therapy
- Ongoing use of immunomodulating or suppressive medication
- Sustained bradycardia with a heartrate \ 5 minutes following admission.
- Prior cervical spine surgery
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- St Louis, Missouri, 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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include St Louis, Missouri, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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