Observational study on spinal cord injury recovery in Europe

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 observational study aims to gather clinical, functional, and neurophysiological data from patients with spinal cord injuries (SCI) across several European paraplegic centers. By standardizing assessments, the study seeks to understand the natural recovery process following traumatic SCI and establish a clinical basis for future interventional therapies. The research will involve patients who have experienced a single event of traumatic or ischemic para- or tetraplegia, with assessments starting within six weeks of the incident. The goal is to monitor and evaluate significant effects of potential new treatments for SCI.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Single event traumatic or ischemic para- or tetraplegia
* First EMSCI assessment possible within the first 6 weeks after incidence
* Patient capable and willing of giving written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Nontraumatic para- or tetraplegia (i.e. discusprolaps, tumor, AV-malformation, myelitis) excl. single event ischemic incidences
* Pre-known dementia or severe reduction of intelligence, leading to reduced capabilities of cooperation or giving consent
* Peripheral nerve lesions above the level of lesion (i.e. plexus brachialis impairment)
* Pre-known polyneuropathy
* Severe craniocerebral injury

Where it's running

• University of Zurich
  Zurich, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Armin Curt, Prof., MD — University of Zurich
• Study coordinator: Armin Curt, Prof., MD
• Email: armin.curt@balgrist.ch
• Phone: +41 44 386 39 01

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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.