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TBI Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

Access cutting-edge tbi treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Chicago. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Northwestern University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Chicago

    Convenient for IL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Chicago site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This TBI Study in Chicago

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) with associated headache are amongst the most common injuries sustained by our deployed forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as in more recent conflicts in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. This study aims to determine whether a procedural intervention (stellate ganglion block (SGB)) or medication (ketamine), alone or in combination, can alleviate PTSD and TBI-associated headache. Determining efficacious treatments in a

Sponsor: Northwestern University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adults 18 years or older 2. Stable doses of medications for \> 2 weeks for TBI and/or PTSD 3. For TBI-associated headache with or without PTSD: HIT-6 score of \>/=53. For PTSD with or without TBI-associated headache: PCL-5 score \>/=33 OR. For those with TBI and PTSD, and a HIT-6 score \< 53 and PCL-5 score of \<33, individuals with a HIT-6 score of 50-52 and a PCL-5 score of 31 or 32 will be included. 4. Duration of chronic TBI or PTSD \> 3 months

Exclusion Criteria

Ketamine infusion or SGB within the past 6 months 2. Serious medical or psychiatric conditions other than TBI or PTSD that could affect cognition (e.g., dementia, Parkinson's Disease) 3. Elevated intracranial pressure 4. For TBI, prior history of headache that can explain the headache intensity (i.e., headache not attributable to TBI) 5. Active psychosis or poorly controlled non-injury or PTSD-related psychiatric condition (e.g., bipolar disorder) 6. Poorly controlled medical conditions that c

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06608277) has an active research site in Chicago, IL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

TBI Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for tbi treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT06608277) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Chicago research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced tbi specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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