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SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial in Minneapolis, MN

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

Sponsored by University of Minnesota

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Minneapolis

    Convenient for MN 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 Minneapolis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Study in Minneapolis

This study will evaluate the long-term effect of chronic spinal cord stimulation to restore volitional movement for patients with chronic spinal cord injuries.

Sponsor: University of Minnesota

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

22 years of age or older
Able to undergo the informed consent process
Stable spinal cord injury
International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI) neurologic level of injury below C5
No ventilator dependency within the last year
American Spinal Injury Association (AISA) imparement scale"A" or "B" in the absence of spinal cord stimulation
Medically stable in the judgment of the Principal investigator
Greater than 1 year since initial injury and at least 6 months from any required spinal instrumentation and 2 months from spinal cord stimulator surgery
Has an existing and functional implanted spinal cord stimulator system that is FDA approved and can be corroborated by hospital documentation
Spinal imaging of the stimulator system

Exclusion Criteria

Current and anticipated need for opioid pain medications or pain that would prevent full participation in the rehabilitation program in the judgment of the principal investigator
Use of botulinum toxin (Botox) injections in the previous six months
Clinically significant mental illness in the judgment of the principal investigator
Other conditions or medications that would make the subject unable to participate in testing/rehabilitation in the judgment of the principal investigator
Nonfunctional spinal cord stimulator or near end-of-life, determined by the PI
Current Pregnancy
Current pain relief from the spinal cord stimulator if the indication for implantation was for management of chronic pain.

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 Minneapolis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05705453) has an active research site in Minneapolis, MN 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.

SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Options in Minneapolis, MN

If you're searching for sci - spinal cord injury treatment options in Minneapolis, MN, this clinical trial (NCT05705453) 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 Minneapolis research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced sci - 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.

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