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Spinal Cord Injury at C5-C7 Level Clinical Trial in Cleveland, OH

Access cutting-edge spinal cord injury at c5-c7 level treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Cleveland. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Cleveland

    Convenient for OH 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.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Cleveland site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Spinal Cord Injury at C5-C7 Level Study in Cleveland

The overall objective of this trial is to characterize the safety and effectiveness of the Networked Neuroprosthesis Device - Upper Extremity (NP-UE) in individuals living with cervical SCI.

Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Male or female, age \> 16 years.
Cervical level spinal cord injury, as defined by:
International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI) motor level of C1 through C7 and
American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment Scale (AIS) grade A, B, or C;
Six months or more post-injury (neurostability);
Neurologically stable following any nerve transfers affecting the upper extremity (typically, one year post surgery);
Musculoskeletally and neurologically stable following any tendon transfers affecting the upper extremity (typically, 6-months).
Peripheral nerve innervation to upper extremity muscles, including a grade 3/5 or higher Stimulated Manual Muscle Test (SMMT) strength in at least two of the following muscles in one arm:
Adductor Pollicus, Abductor Pollicus Brevis (AbPB), Flexor Pollicus Longus (FPL), Extensor Pollicus Longus (EPL)/Extensor Pollicus Brevis (EPB), Extensor Digitorum Communis (EDC), Flexor Digitorum Superficialis (FDS), Flexor Digitorum Profundus (FDP), Pronator Quadratus (PQ), Extensor Carpi Ulnaris (ECU), Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis (ECRB), Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus (ECRL), Flexor Carpi Ulnaris (FCU), Flexor Carpi Radialis (FCR), First Dorsal Interosseous(1DI), triceps,
At least two of the grade 3/5 or higher excitable muscles must also have grade 2/5 or lower voluntary strength;
Good proximal upper extremity strength as defined by biceps/brachialis/brachioradialis strength of 2/5 or higher on Manual Muscle Test on the side intended for implantation;
Medically stable;
Able to understand and provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

Other neurological conditions (MS(multiple Sclerosis), diabetes with peripheral nerve involvement); Associated peripheral nerve / brachial plexus injury
Progressive SCI;
Co-existing cervical spine pathology (syrinx, unstable segment)
Active implantable medical device (AIMD) such as a pacemaker or defibrillator;
Active untreated infection such as pressure injury, urinary tract infection, pneumonia;
History of coagulopathy, HIV, cardiopulmonary disease, bradycardia, poorly controlled autonomic dysreflexia, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease that would preclude safe participation in the trial as determined by the investigator;
Unhealed fractures that prevent functional use of arm;
Extensive upper extremity denervation (fewer than two excitable hand muscles);
Involvement in other ongoing clinical studies that exclude concurrent involvement in this study;
Disorder or condition that requires MRI monitoring;
Mechanical ventilator dependency;
Currently pregnant (neuroprosthesis implantation delayed until no longer pregnant);
Presence of disease that might interfere with participant safety, compliance, or evaluation of the condition under study;
Other significant medical findings that, in the opinion of the investigator, preclude safe participation in the trial.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Cleveland?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05863754) has an active research site in Cleveland, OH 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.

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Spinal Cord Injury at C5-C7 Level Treatment Options in Cleveland, OH

If you're searching for spinal cord injury at c5-c7 level treatment options in Cleveland, OH, this clinical trial (NCT05863754) 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 Cleveland research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced spinal cord injury at c5-c7 level 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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