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Consciousness Disorders Clinical Trial in New York, NY

Access cutting-edge consciousness disorders treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in New York. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to New York

    Convenient for NY 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 New York site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Consciousness Disorders Study in New York

Prolonged disorders of consciousness (pDOC) are defined as DOC lasting \>1 year post injury for patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and \>3 months post injury for patients with non-TBI and at present there are limited treatments that reliably lead to enhanced prognosis. The rehabilitation process throughout the continuum of care for patients with pDOC necessitates restorative strategies to facilitate arousal and functional recovery and coordinated medical management. Rehabilitation interventions for patients with DOC and pDOC have evolved in the past decade, with an emerging body of evidence highlighting the benefits of rehabilitation intervention even in the acute. While there is data to support the individual utility of these modalities, no work to date has investigated the benefits of pairing transauricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) and robotic tilt table mobilization (RTTM) to maximize functional recovery in patients with pDOC. This study will report on the safety, feasibility, and preliminary short- and long-term outcomes of RTTM with simultaneously paired Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) for Severe Acquired Brain Injury (SABI) patients with pDOC . Fifteen (15) participants will be recruited and complete a 12-week rehabilitation protocol using paired taVNS and RTTM. Once participants have been screened and enrolled in the study, they will complete three study phases: T1: a baseline observation of standard of care T2, intervention, and T3 longitudinal follow up.

Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients with a diagnosis of pDOC (includes coma, VS/UWS, MCS, MCS +, MCS-) as defined as disorder of consciousness (DOC) greater than 6 weeks post onset
Patients deemed medically safe to participate in physical therapy (PT) as evaluated by the study physicians.

Exclusion Criteria

Patients who have emerged from MCS (CRS-R score 6 on Motor Function scale and/or 2 on Communication Scale).
Patients medically unsafe for participation in PT as indicated by one of the study physicians (including but not limited to those receiving intravenous sedation, those with integumentary breakdown or known pressure injuries, those with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions precluding initiation of physical therapy \[ie uncontrolled intracranial pressure, severe symptomatic orthostatic hypotension, etc.).
Patients with DOC less than 6 weeks post onset will also be excluded.
Patients who do not meet technical requirements of the RTTM device will be excluded
weighing greater than 135 kg
length of legs below 75 cm or above 100 cm,
fixed contractures of lower extremity including hip, knee, ankle, or foot).
Does not have an identified care partner or legally authorized representative to consent to participation

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in New York?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06930716) has an active research site in New York, NY 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.

Consciousness Disorders Treatment Options in New York, NY

If you're searching for consciousness disorders treatment options in New York, NY, this clinical trial (NCT06930716) 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 New York research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced consciousness disorders 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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