Exploring Tactile Perception in People with Segmental Exclusion Syndrome
Official title: Changes in Tactile Perception in People With Segmental Exclusion Syndrome
Run by Union de Gestion des Etablissements des Caisses d'Assurance Maladie - Nord Est · NCT05650398 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing how people with segmental exclusion syndrome feel touch in different ways to better understand their condition and improve treatment options.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 38 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Union de Gestion des Etablissements des Caisses d'Assurance Maladie - Nord Est Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nancy) |
| Trial ID | NCT05650398 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of segmental exclusion syndrome for more than three months and no history of upper limb involvement.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with central neurological involvement, truncal nerve damage, or other sensory disorder-related pathologies may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the changes in tactile perception among individuals diagnosed with segmental exclusion syndrome, a condition characterized by the under-use of a limb segment following an injury. The study aims to explore the pathophysiology of this syndrome, particularly focusing on the dysfunction of the sensorimotor loop and its impact on tactile sensitivity. Participants will undergo various tests to assess different aspects of light touch sensitivity, including passive, active, dynamic, and static sensitivity. The findings may provide insights into the management of this poorly understood condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management strategies for patients suffering from segmental exclusion syndrome.
How similar studies have gone: While segmental exclusion syndrome is a relatively under-researched area, similar studies exploring tactile perception in related conditions have shown promising results.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * No history of upper limb involvement * Confirmed diagnosis of segmental exclusion \> 3 months after injury (2 items assigned to 400 points) * Able to understand simple orders Exclusion Criteria: * Central neurological involvement after the initial or pre-existing injury * Truncal nerve damage * Presence of psychiatric pathology * Communication and/or comprehension disorders * Presence of other pathology that may lead to sensory disorders (complicated diabetes, ductal syndrome, ...)
Where it's running
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Institut Régional de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation
Nancy, France Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.