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Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial in Minneapolis, MN

Access cutting-edge 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 Spinal Cord Injury Study in Minneapolis

CE-STAND aims to address three areas under-represented in research: chronic, cervical, and autonomic dysfunction. It is both significant and highly impactful, as treating autonomic dysfunction could substantially improve function and quality of life (QoL) in chronic cervical SCI patients.

Sponsor: University of Minnesota

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Twenty two years of age or older
Able to undergo the informed consent/assent process
Stable, motor-complete SCI
Discrete SCI between C4 and C7 (upper extremity weakness)
ASIA A or B SCI Classification
Medically stable in the judgment of the PI
Intact segmental reflexes below the lesion of injury
Greater than 1 year since initial injury and at least 6 months from any required spinal instrumentation
Normal or corrected-to-normal vision to accurately perceive visual stimuli on the N-back task screen, and sufficient hearing ability to accurately perceive auditory stimuli during the task
Willing to attend all scheduled appointments

Exclusion Criteria

Diseases and conditions that would increase the morbidity and mortality of this surgery such as cardiopulmonary.
Individuals who require respiratory support, including ongoing or intermittent use of a ventilator and/or diaphragmatic pacer
Inability to withhold antiplatelet/anticoagulation agents perioperatively
Individuals who have history of recurrent autonomic dysreflexia in the judgment of the PI
Significant dysautonomia that would prohibit rehabilitation or any history of cerebrovascular accident or myocardial infarction associated with autonomic dysreflexia. A single tilt table test with syncope, presyncope, or SBP \< 50 or \> 200
Failure to exhibit cardiovascular autonomic dysfunction on tilt table testing
Other conditions that would make the subject unable to participate in testing/rehabilitation in the judgment of the PI
Patients who have participated in another study within the last 12 months in which they have received fluoroscopic or other related radiation exposure
Current and anticipated need for opioid pain medications or pain that would prevent full participation in the program in the judgment of the PI
Clinically significant mental illness in the judgment of the PI
Treatment with botulinum toxin, intrathecal baclofen pump, and antispasmodics will not be permitted unless discussed with and approved by the study PI
Patients with a history of significant depression or drug abuse
Volitional movements present during EMG testing in bilateral lower extremities
Unhealed spinal fracture
Presence of significant contracture with loss of greater than two-thirds range of motion
Presence of pressure ulcers
Current Pregnancy

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 (NCT06410001) 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.

Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Options in Minneapolis, MN

If you're searching for spinal cord injury treatment options in Minneapolis, MN, this clinical trial (NCT06410001) 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 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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