Identifying risk factors for pressure injuries in people with spinal cord injuries
Official title: Biomarkers for pressure injury risk following spinal cord injury: Development of a multi-scalar predictive model for personalized preventive health care
Funded at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center · NIH-11193210 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why some people with spinal cord injuries get pressure injuries while others don’t, and it aims to find ways to predict who might be at risk so that we can help them stay healthy and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2019 |
| Project end | September 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX003081-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11193210 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with spinal cord injuries, particularly those who are at risk of developing pressure injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without spinal cord injuries or those who do not have risk factors for pressure injuries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons why some individuals with spinal cord injuries develop pressure injuries while others do not. It aims to create a predictive model that incorporates various clinical factors, health behaviors, and muscle composition to identify those at higher risk. By examining the role of intramuscular adipose tissue and genetic predispositions, the study seeks to enhance personalized preventive healthcare for patients. The ultimate goal is to improve quality of life and reduce healthcare costs associated with pressure injuries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for pressure injuries, significantly improving the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in identifying biomarkers for pressure injury risk, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bogie, Kath — Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Bogie, Kath
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.