This clinical trial is recruiting individuals with chronic incomplete cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuires to test the safety and effectiveness of transplanted stem cells (autologous mesenchymal stem cells). The stem cells are harvested and processed from each participant’s bone marrow, limiting any immune rejection response. Participants will undergo spinal surgery to expose the spinal cord, followed by the injection of the stem cells into the spinal cord and surrounding spinal fluid. After surgery, participants will receive 4 weeks of physical and occupational training. This study will investigate changes in motor and sensory function.
Traumatic
Type
Details
The total duration of this study is approximately one year and involves the following: Undergo a procedure to harvest bone marrow cells Spinal surgery to inject the bone marrow-derived stem cells into the spinal cord and surrounding spinal fluid 4 weeks of physical and occupational therapy Assessment of outcome measures 24 hours, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months after surgery
Main benefits
General health
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Sensory function
Standing/walking/mobility
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
Wings 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.
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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