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Spinal Cord Injury Clinical Trial in New York, NY

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

Sponsored by Jason Carmel

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related spinal cord injury treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to New York

    Convenient for NY 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 New York site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Spinal Cord Injury Study in New York

Stimulation of the spinal cord and brain represents a new experimental therapy that may have potential to restore movement after spinal cord injury. While some scientists have begun to study the effect of electrical stimulation on patient's ability to walk and move their legs after lower spinal cord injury, the use of stimulation of the upper (cervical) spine to restore arm and hand function after cervical spinal cord injury remains less well explored. The investigators are doing this research study to improve understanding of whether cervical spinal cord stimulation and brain stimulation can be used to improve arm and hand function. To do this, the investigators will combine spine stimulation (in the form of electrical stimulation from electrical stimulation wires temporarily implanted next to the cervical spinal cord) and brain stimulation (in the form of transcranial magnetic stimulation). The investigators will perform a series of experiments over 29 days to study whether these forms of stimulation can be applied and combined to provide improvement in arm and hand function.

Sponsor: Jason Carmel

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients aged ≥18 years with incomplete traumatic SCI (American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) B-D, levels between C4 to T1) incurred \> 1 year before the start of the study
At least 2/5 motor power in at least one upper extremity muscle group
International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury Upper Extremity Motor Score (ISNCSCI-UEMS) ≤ 40/50
Able to follow multistep commands
Ability and willingness to provide informed consent
English speaking

Exclusion Criteria

Cervical or thoracic stenosis that would preclude safe lead placement
Any ongoing ventilator use (continuous or intermittent)
Urinary tract infection or pneumonia requiring treatment (within past 3 months)
Skin ulcers or other lesions
History of posterior cervical fusion
Autonomic dysreflexia requiring treatment (within past 3 months)
Implanted brain stimulators
Intracranial aneurysm clips
Ferromagnetic metallic implants in the head (except for within mouth)
Any active implanted device including intrathecal medication pumps or existing spinal cord stimulators (does not include non-active spinal instrumentation such as rods, screws, or interbody devices)
Cochlear implants
Cardiac pacemaker/defibrillator
Any history of seizures
Family history of idiopathic epilepsy in a first degree relative
Bipolar disorder
Any history of suicide attempt
Active psychosis
Intracranial lesion or increased intracranial pressure
History of stroke or intracranial neurologic conditions with structural damage
Medications that lower seizure threshold
Substance use that lowers seizure threshold (heavy alcohol use)
Moderate to severe heart disease
Pregnancy or plans to become pregnant within the study period
Any other medical or psychological condition that precludes involvement in the study as determined by a study physician

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 New York?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06867809) has an active research site in New York, NY 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 New York, NY

If you're searching for spinal cord injury treatment options in New York, NY, this clinical trial (NCT06867809) 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 New York 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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