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Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) Clinical Trial in Seattle, WA

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

Sponsored by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

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All study-related spinal cord injuries (sci) treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Seattle

    Convenient for WA 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 Seattle site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) Study in Seattle

The purpose of this multi-site clinical trial is to see whether people with spinal cord injury or disorder (SCI/D) demonstrate higher level of participation in rehabilitation sessions and other outcomes when their therapists are trained in a counseling style called motivational interviewing. We want to answer the following questions: 1. Do inpatients with SCI/D treated by physical therapists (PTs) and occupational therapists (OTs) who receive MI training and coaching demonstrate greater therapy participation compared to those treated by therapists who do not receive MI training and coaching? 2. Do inpatients with SCI/D treated by PTs and OTs who receive MI training and coaching demonstrate greater functional improvement at discharge from inpatient rehabilitation and greater community integration at 6 months after discharge compared to those treated by therapists who do not receive MI training and coaching? 3. What are the potential moderators and mediators of the effect of training and coaching on MI skills on therapy participation? Researchers will compare patient participation level and other outcomes of inpatients with SCI/D treated by PTs and OTs who receive MI training and coaching with those treated by therapists who do not receive MI training and coaching. Therapist participants will: 1. Audio record 2 therapy sessions per week with each enrolled SCI patient participant 2. Half of the therapists will attend a 16-hour training on MI skills and 2 practice therapy session Patient participants will: 1. Consent to audio recording of their therapy sessions 2. Complete one brief survey near the time of their discharge and another survey 6 months later

Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for at least 3 months;
Practicing at the designated SCI inpatient units at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Baylor Scott \& White Institute for Rehabilitation and University of Washington-Harborview Medical Center;
Willing to audio record conversations during regularly-scheduled rehabilitation therapy sessions with patients;
Willing and able to participate in 16 hours of MI training; and
Willing to receive feedback on MI skills. Therapist

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to speak and understand English
Inpatient therapist specializing in spinal cord injury patients for less than 3 months; and
Unwilling or unable to follow the study protocol Patient Inclusion Criteria:
Adults (18+)
Presence of a traumatic or non-traumatic spinal cord injury
Inpatient in the spinal cord injury unit of the three study sites
Has a physical or occupational therapist who is a participant in the study Patient Exclusion Criteria:
Inability to speak and understand English
Cognitive deficits
Unwilling to allow for therapy sessions to be recorded

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 Seattle?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07364773) has an active research site in Seattle, WA 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.

Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) Treatment Options in Seattle, WA

If you're searching for spinal cord injuries (sci) treatment options in Seattle, WA, this clinical trial (NCT07364773) 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 Seattle research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced spinal cord injuries (sci) 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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