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SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

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

Sponsored by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

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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 SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Study in Chicago

The purpose of this study is to test a strategy to potentiate functional recovery of lower limb motor function in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). The FDA approved drug, Dalfampridine (4-AP). 4-AP will be used twice-daily in combination of Spike-timing-dependent plasticity (STDP) stimulation and STDP stimulation with limb training.

Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Male and females between ages 18-85 years
SCI 6 months post injury
Spinal Cord injury at or above L2
ASIA A, B, C, or D, complete or incomplete
The ability to perform a small visible contraction with dorsiflexion and hip flexor muscles

Exclusion Criteria

Uncontrolled medical problems including pulmonary, cardiovascular or orthopedic disease
Any history of renal impairment
Any debilitating disease prior to the SCI that caused exercise intolerance
Premorbid, ongoing major depression or psychosis, altered cognitive status
History of head injury or stroke
Vascular, traumatic, tumoral, infectious, or metabolic lesion of the brain, even without history of seizure, and without anticonvulsant medication
History of seizures or epilepsy
Receiving drugs acting primarily on the central nervous system, which lower the seizure threshold (see appendix 2)
Pregnant females
If a women of child bearing age is unsure of the pregnancy, and does not want to take the pregnancy test
Ongoing cord compression or a syrinx in the spinal cord or who suffer from a spinal cord disease such as spinal stenosis, spina bifida, MS, or herniated disk
Metal plate in skull
Individuals with scalp shrapnel, cochlear implants, or aneurysm clips
Individuals taking Bupropion, Dolutegravir, Lacosamide, Trilaciclib, or PR Interval prolonging drugs

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 Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06853015) 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.

SCI - Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for sci - spinal cord injury treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT06853015) 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 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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