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Official title Pilot Study Exploring the Effects of Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation on Gait in People With Motor Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07674927
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This pilot study aims to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a wearable rhythmic auditory stimulation system, MedRhythms, for improving gait parameters in patients with motor incomplete SCI. Up to 15 participants aged 18 years or older with non-progressive SCI will be enrolled.
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
- Age ≥18 years old
- Language: English or Spanish only
- Diagnosis: non-progressive spinal cord lesion; classification as either grade C, D, or E SCI based on American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA)...
- Able to ambulate at least a contact guard assist level
- Time post injury: ≥6 months
You likely can't join if
- Individuals who use an assistive device and are unable to achieve a 2-point walking pattern (left-right-left-right) with an assistive device
- Walks exclusively with a 3-point walking pattern with an assistive device
- Ambulation requiring a knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO)
- Presence of additional neurological or medical processes that contribute to weakness
- Unable to perceive music through the MedRhythyms device
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥18 years old
- Language: English or Spanish only
- Diagnosis: non-progressive spinal cord lesion; classification as either grade C, D, or E SCI based on American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment Scale (AIS)
- Able to ambulate at least a contact guard assist level
- Time post injury: ≥6 months
- Cadence: minimum 40 steps/minute with clear heel strike
- Able to consent
- Individuals who use an assistive device and are unable to achieve a 2-point walking pattern (left-right-left-right) with an assistive device
- Walks exclusively with a 3-point walking pattern with an assistive device
- Ambulation requiring a knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO)
- Presence of additional neurological or medical processes that contribute to weakness
- Unable to perceive music through the MedRhythyms device
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Sacramento, California, 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Sacramento, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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