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Perinatal Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial in Louisville, KY

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

Sponsored by University of Louisville

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related perinatal spinal cord injury treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Louisville

    Convenient for KY 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 Louisville site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Perinatal Spinal Cord Injury Study in Louisville

The purpose of this study is to deepen our understanding of children who have a cervical spinal cord injury obtained in utero or at birth and examine the effects of tailored activity-based recovery training (ABRT) in combination with transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (scTS). This is a within subjects, pre-post design study. Neurophysiological, sensorimotor, and autonomic assessments will occur pre, interim, and post 40 sessions of ABRT in conjunction with scTs.

Sponsor: University of Louisville

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

diagnosed with a perinatal (injured in utero or at birth), upper motor neuron spinal cord injury involving cervical spinal levels
discharged from inpatient hospitalization/inpatient rehabilitation

Exclusion Criteria

Botox use within the past 3 months
Current oral baclofen or baclofen pump use
Musculoskeletal impairment limiting range of motion (e.g. severe scoliosis), unhealed fracture, or other medical impairment limiting study participation
History of allodynia (heightened skin sensitivity typically at the level of the lesion site)
History of scoliosis surgery
Ventilator-dependence
Unwillingness to wean from daytime use of thoroco/lumbosacral orthosis and ankle/foot orthosis during the intervention period

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 Louisville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06808035) has an active research site in Louisville, KY 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.

Perinatal Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Options in Louisville, KY

If you're searching for perinatal spinal cord injury treatment options in Louisville, KY, this clinical trial (NCT06808035) 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 Louisville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced perinatal spinal cord 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all perinatal spinal cord injury clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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