Nerve Transfer to Improve Function in High Level Tetraplegia
Trial ID or NCT#
NCT06288763
Status
RECRUITING
Purpose
The goal of this observational study is to determine if nerve transfer surgeries improve upper extremity function and quality of life in patients with a high level cervical spinal cord injury. Participants will: * undergo standard of care pre- and post-op testing and study exams * complete pre- and post-questionnaires * undergo standard of care nerve transfer surgeries * follow-up with surgeon at 6/12/18/24/36 and potentially at 48 months * attend therapy at local therapist for up to 2 years postop.
Official Title
Nerve Transfer to Restore Upper Limb Function and Quality of Life in High Tetraplegia
Eligibility Criteria
Ages Eligible for Study: 18 Years to 80 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study: ALL
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes
Inclusion Criteria:
- * 18-80 years of age* High cervical SCI (motor level C1-C4)* Motor complete SCI AIS grade A-B* Plateaued spontaneous recovery for at least 6 months of non-operative therapy* SCI greater than 6 months and fewer than 60 months since injury* At least MRC 4/5 donor strength* Mentally and physically willing and able to comply with evaluations
Exclusion Criteria:
- * Active infection at the operative site or systemic infection* Any return or ongoing recovery of distal motor function* Significant joint contractures and/or limitations in passive range of motion in the arm* Mentally or physically compromised making it impossible to complete study activities* Immunologically suppressed* Currently undergoing long-term steroid therapy* Active malignancy* Pregnancy
Investigator(s)
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Contact
Thomas Wilson
650-723-0320
View on ClinicalTrials.gov
