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Myelomeningocele clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 Myelomeningocele clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in United States (5), France (1)). By phase: Phase 1/2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 6Clinical trials
- 2Countries
Newest Myelomeningocele clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| tSCS for improving leg strength and walking in kids with spina bifida | — | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Recruiting | May 29, 2026 |
| Transcutaneous spinal stimulation for children and teens with spina bifida | — | Rochester, Minnesota | Recruiting | Apr 9, 2025 |
| Exploring the experiences of parents after fetal surgery for myelomeningocele | — | Paris, Paris | Recruiting | Jan 28, 2025 |
| Using cryopreserved human umbilical cord to repair spina bifida in fetuses | — | Houston, Texas | Recruiting | Sep 18, 2023 |
| Using stem cells to improve fetal surgery for spina bifida | Phase 1/2 | Sacramento, California | Recruiting | Dec 3, 2020 |
| Comparing two surgical methods for correcting fetal myelomeningocele | — | Los Angeles, California and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Feb 27, 2019 |
All recruiting trials (6)
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tSCS for improving leg strength and walking in kids with spina bifida
This pilot test will try non-invasive transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation to see if it helps improve leg muscle strength and walking in children with myelomeningocele who can walk a little with help.
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Transcutaneous spinal stimulation for children and teens with spina bifida
This study will try gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation of the spinal cord to see if it can strengthen legs and improve movement in children and teens with spina bifida.
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Exploring the experiences of parents after fetal surgery for myelomeningocele
This study is trying to understand how parents feel and what decisions they make before and after having surgery on their unborn baby to fix myelomeningocele.
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Using cryopreserved human umbilical cord to repair spina bifida in fetuses
This study is testing whether using preserved human umbilical cords can help repair spinal cord defects in fetuses with spina bifida to improve their health and development.
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Using stem cells to improve fetal surgery for spina bifida
This study is testing whether adding stem cells to fetal surgery can help improve walking and movement in babies with a severe form of spina bifida.
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Comparing two surgical methods for correcting fetal myelomeningocele
This study is testing two different surgical methods to see which one works better and is safer for fixing a serious birth defect called fetal myelomeningocele before the baby is born.
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Quick answers
How many Myelomeningocele clinical trials are recruiting right now?
6, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in United States (5 trials), France (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 1/2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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