This trial is enrolling 72 individuals with spinal cord injuries and cervical canal stenosis to test the effect of early surgery versus delayed surgery on motor function. If included, participants will undergo either early surgery within 24 hours of admission or delayed surgery after at least 2 weeks of conservative treatment. Final testing of walking ability will be performed after one year.
Stenosis
Spondylosis
Traumatic
Type
Details
- participants will undergo either early surgery within 24 hours of admission or delayed surgery after at least 2 weeks of conservative treatment. - Final testing of walking ability will be performed after one year.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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