Therapy + Stimulation for Spinal Cord Injury (ABT-TCSCS Trial)

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Recruiting

Led By Sukhvinder Kalsi-Ryan

Research Sponsored by University Health Network, Toronto

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

At least 6 months post-spinal cord injury

Individuals with chronic traumatic and non-traumatic cervical SCI (ASIA classification A-incomplete, B, C, D) between C1-C8

Must not have

Individuals with any other upper extremity deficit

Unable to provide informed consent

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up after 4 weeks (12 sessions) of abt, and after 7 weeks (28 sessions) of abt-tcscs

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

"This trial is looking at whether a combination of activity-based therapy and spinal cord stimulation can help improve arm and hand recovery in individuals with cervical spinal cord injury."

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals with a cervical spinal cord injury who are looking to improve their arm and hand functions. Specific eligibility details aren't provided, but typically participants must meet certain health conditions.

What is being tested?

The study explores the effectiveness of combining activity-based therapy with transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation to enhance recovery of arm and hand movements after a cervical spinal cord injury.

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects are not detailed in the information provided, but such therapies may include skin irritation at the stimulation site or muscle fatigue from therapy.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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It has been over 6 months since my spinal cord injury.

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I have a spinal cord injury between C1-C8 with some level of impairment.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have a problem with my arm or hand.

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I am unable to understand or sign the consent form.

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I cannot join an intensive outpatient rehab program.

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My elbow or wrist is very stiff, limiting its movement by more than half.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ after 4 weeks (12 sessions) of abt, and after 7 weeks (28 sessions) of abt-tcscs

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~after 4 weeks (12 sessions) of abt, and after 7 weeks (28 sessions) of abt-tcscs

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and after 4 weeks (12 sessions) of abt, and after 7 weeks (28 sessions) of abt-tcscs for reporting.