Modulating pulse-width during spinal surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to investigate the effects of pulse-width modulation (PWM) during the electrical stimulation of pedicle screws in spinal surgeries. The study will record the response thresholds associated with different PWM settings to better understand their impact on neuromonitoring. By focusing on pulse-width as a variable, this research seeks to expand the knowledge of stimulation parameters beyond just intensity. The initial phase will not collect additional data beyond the PWM response thresholds.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* A patient will be eligible for study participation once they have been booked for a surgery involving pedicle screw placement and intraoperative neuromonitoring.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The study excludes neonates, minors, pregnant women, prisoners and cognitively impaired patients.

Where it's running

• Dartmouth-Health
  Lebanon, New Hampshire, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Linton Evans, Dr. — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
• Study coordinator: Lauren Sinks, MPH
• Email: Lauren.J.Sinks@hitchcock.org
• Phone: 6036179909

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.