The trial is enrolling 90 individuals with chronic cervical or thoracic spinal cord injuries to test the effect of a drug, Riluzole, on spasticity. If included, participants will receive either: 1) four varying doses of Riluzole; or 2) a placebo drug. Final testing of blood samples to determine effective dosing of Riluzole will be performed after 2 months.
Traumatic
Type
Details
Participants will receive either - 1) four doses of the active drug (Riluzole) or - 2) the placebo drug. - Final testing of blood samples will be performed after 2 months.
Main benefits
Spasticity
Additional benefits
General health
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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