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Musculoskeletal Injury Clinical Trial in Bethesda, MD

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

Sponsored by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Bethesda

    Convenient for MD 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 Bethesda site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Musculoskeletal Injury Study in Bethesda

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) are the signature injuries of the ongoing military conflicts. MSKI affect 800,000 Service Members annually and TBI have impacted more than 350,000 in the past 19 years and account for 22% of all combat casualties. Concussion, a mild form of TBI, increases MSKI risk in physically active individuals, including Service Members. The overall goal of the study is to identify the neuromuscular control mechanisms that increase MSKI risk following concussion. It is hypothesized that concussed individuals will display abnormal neuromuscular function that increases MSKI risk, as compared to non-concussed controls. The study will employ a multi-center, prospective, case-matched control observational study to identify the differences in neuromuscular function following concussion that may contribute to increased MSKI risk. Once the neuromuscular control mechanisms that increase MSKI risk following concussion are identified, targeted risk mitigation strategies can be developed to reduce MSKI risk.

Sponsor: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Concussed Cohort
18-40 years old.
Self-reported asymptomatic post-concussion following enrollment into the study and monitoring of symptoms by research personnel via daily self-reported symptom questionnaires.
Recruited within 5 days following being diagnosed with a concussion, and at least 72 hours prior to self-reporting as asymptomatic.
Access to a functional email address and the internet for completion of patient reported outcomes (PROs) and musculoskeletal injury measures. Non-Concussed Cohort
18-40 years old.
Active duty Service members and physically active civilians.
No self-report history of concussion within the previous 5 years.
No lingering post-concussion signs/symptoms.
Same gender as the matched concussed participant.
Within ±5% of the matched concussed participant's height, weight, and body mass index.
Within ±2 years of age of the matched concussed participant.
Participant in the same physical activities (work, recreational sports, average type \[no impact, low-impact, high-impact\] and duration of physical activity)

Exclusion Criteria

Post-Concussion Cohort AND Healthy Non-Concussed Cohort
Unable to read or comprehend the English language.
Admitted to the hospital following concussion.
Sustained a concussion not related to physical activity participation (e.g., blast-related injury, fall from a ladder, motor vehicle accident).
Loss of consciousness longer than 30 minutes.
Alteration in consciousness longer than 24 hours.
Post-traumatic amnesia lasting longer than 1 day.
Glasgow Coma Scale below 13.
Abnormal brain imaging findings.
Sustained a concussion that took longer than 21 days for the individual to report as asymptomatic.
A MSKI within the last 6 months that resulted in altered or missed physical activity for 3 or more consecutive days.
History of MSKI surgery.
Pregnant females (will be eligible for participation in the study once medically cleared to RTD/A by a qualified and licensed healthcare provider following the end of the pregnancy).
Participants will be excluded if they present any known contraindications for electrical stimulation. These contraindications include conditions such as: active deep vein thrombosis/thrombophlebitis, any acute injury with concurrent inflammation, hemorrhagic conditions, impaired circulation, impaired local sensations, presence of infection (osteomyelitis, tuberculosis), malignancy, recently radiated tissue, skin disease/damage and/or at-risk skin.
Present with any implanted pacemaker, electronic device, or plastic/cement material

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Bethesda?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05122728) has an active research site in Bethesda, MD 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.

Musculoskeletal Injury Treatment Options in Bethesda, MD

If you're searching for musculoskeletal injury treatment options in Bethesda, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05122728) 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 Bethesda research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced musculoskeletal injury 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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