Clinical Trials for Paralysis

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov — U.S. National Library of Medicine — A database of privately and publicly funded clinical studies conducted around the world (U.S. National Library of Medicine, public domain).

This page lists clinical trials related to Paralysis from the ClinicalTrials.gov database.

Trial Summary

• Total studies: 50
• Recruiting: 18
• Active, not recruiting: 5
• Completed: 17
• Other: 10

Results are refreshed periodically and may not reflect the most current information available from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Recruiting Trials

NCT01829724 — Cerebral Palsy and the Study of Brain Activity During Motor Tasks

Background:

- Two ways to study the brain while people are moving are near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and electroencephalography (EEG). NIRS uses light to look at blood flow in the brain when it is active. EEG records electrical activity in the brain. Both have been used safely for many years, even in very young children. NIRS or EEG can be used while a person is moving to show which parts …

NCT02795052 — Neurologic Stem Cell Treatment Study

This is a human clinical study involving the isolation of autologous bone marrow derived stem cells (BMSC) and transfer to the vascular system and inferior 1/3 of the nasal passages in order to determine if such a treatment will provide improvement in neurologic function for patients with certain neurologic conditions. http://mdstemcells.com/nest/

NCT03225144 — Investigating Complex Neurodegenerative Disorders Related to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Dementia

Background:

Neurodegenerative disorders can lead to problems in movement or memory. Some can cause abnormal proteins to build up in brain cells. Researchers want to understand whether these diseases have related causes or risk factors.

Objective:

To test people with movement or thinking and memory problems to see if they are eligible for research studies.

Eligibility:

People ages 18 and ol…

NCT05197946 — Anatomical and Functional Imaging Correlates of Chronic Pain in Cerebral Palsy

The investigators hope to use MRI biomarkers to identify and characterize sensorimotor network disruption patterns associated with chronic pain and sensory deficits in CP. Investigators will use existing information in the medical record as well as subjective reports from interview, physical exam data, and anatomical and functional MRI data to non-invasively identify brain injury correlates of …

NCT04936620 — Duroplasty for Injured Cervical Spinal Cord With Uncontrolled Swelling

QUESTION. Does duroplasty improve outcome after spinal cord injury?

WHAT DO WE STUDY? We will investigate whether performing a surgical procedure called duroplasty improves outcomes after spinal cord injury.

WHY SPINAL CORD INJURY? Spinal cord injury is a devastating condition that causes permanent disability such as paralysis, numbness and loss of bladder and bowel control. Currently, there …

NCT05321017 — Wrist Extensor MEP Up-conditioning for Individuals With Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between common clinical assessments and measurements of the function of brain-spinal cord-muscle connections, and to examine the effects of training a brain-spinal cord-muscle response in individuals with incomplete spinal cord injury. A transcranial magnetic stimulator (TMS) is used for examining brain-to-muscle pathways. This stimulator…

NCT05423600 — Transspinal Stimulation With and Without Blood Flow Restricted Exercise Via Telehealth in Persons With Tetraplegia

The purpose of the current study is to evaluate whether a home-based, telehealth-supported intervention combining Blood Flow Restricted Exercise (BES) and Transspinal Stimulation (TS) will improve motor and functional abilities greater than BES+sham TS in persons with chronic, incomplete tetraplegia.

NCT05518188 — Melpida: Recombinant Adeno-associated Virus (Serotype 9) Encoding a Codon Optimized Human AP4M1 Transgene (hAP4M1opt)

MELPIDA is proposed for the treatment of subjects with SPG50 and targets neuronal cells to deliver a fully functional human AP4M1 cDNA copy via intrathecal injection to counter the associated neuronal loss. Outcomes will evaluate the safety and tolerability of a single dose of MELPIDA, which will be measured by the treatment-associated adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs). Sec…

NCT06622655 — Clinical Improvement Due to the Home Use of Agilik in Children With Cerebral Palsy

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a two month training with the Agilik powered orthosis improves the knee extension or the endurance in pediatric patients with Cerebral palsy and a crouch gait. It will also learn about the safety of Agilik. The main questions it aims to answer are:

Does the Agilik powered orthosis increase the value of the knee extension during walking? What medic…

NCT07220590 — Implementing Powered Mobility in Early Childhood Settings for Children With Cerebral Palsy

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a therapist training program can help providers in Part C Early Childhood Settings use powered mobility (PM) with young children who have cerebral palsy (Gross Motor Function Classification System Levels IV-V). The study will also look at whether this training is practical and useful for therapists, families, and children.

The main questions it ai…

NCT07570212 — Individualized Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Parkinsonian Disorders

This clinical trial aims to evaluate whether individualized targeted repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve motor and non-motor symptoms in patients with parkinsonian disorders. The main question it aims to answer is:

• Does individualized targeted rTMS alleviate symptoms of parkinsonian disorders?
• Which clinical manifestations of parkinsonian syndromes are responsiv…

NCT07673289 — Comparative Effect of CIMT and PNFTechnique on Hands Dexterity in Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of permanent disorders of the development of movement and posture, causing activity limitations that are attributed to non-progressive disturbances that occurred in the developing fetal or infant brain. The primary motor impairments in CP often include issues with muscle tone, reflexes, and coordination. Among the various motor disorders associated with CP, impair…

NCT07685327 — Comparing Mixed Reality and Physical Therapy to Improve Balance and Coordination in Adolescents With Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of fully immersive Mixed Reality (MR) combined with standard physical therapy versus standard physical therapy alone in improving balance and coordination among adolescents with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. A total of 40 participants aged 10 to 19 years will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups. The interventi…

NCT07681128 — The Effect of Braun Anastomosis on Delayed Gastric Emptying (DGE) in Reconstruction After Pancreaticoduodenectomy

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) is the only curative procedure for periampullary malignant tumors. Although modern perioperative management has greatly reduced postoperative mortality, delayed gastric emptying (DGE) remains one of the most common and troublesome complications after PD, with an incidence up to 30%. DGE leads to abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, intolerance of oral diet, prolo…

NCT07686809 — Effect of Lower Extremity Modified Constraint-induced Movement Therapy on Locomotion in Children With Hemiplegia

• To determine the effect of modified constraint-induced movement therapy on spatial and temporal gait parameters in children with hemiplegia.
• To determine the effect of modified constraint-induced movement therapy on functional mobility in children with hemiplegia.

NCT06998134 — Toward Ubiquitous Lower Limb Exoskeleton Use in Children and Young Adults

People with cerebral palsy (CP), muscular dystrophy (MD), spina bifida, or spinal cord injury often have muscle weakness, and problems moving their arms and legs. The NIH designed a new brace device, called an exoskeleton, that is worn on the legs and helps people walk. This study is investigating new ways the exoskeleton can be used in multiple settings while performing different walking or mo…

NCT07623148 — GLP-1 RA Cessation and Gastric Ultrasound Findings

This prospective observational study will evaluate the association between the time interval since the last dose of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and residual gastric contents before elective surgery. Adult patients receiving GLP-1 RAs and scheduled for elective non-cardiac surgery under general anesthesia will undergo preoperative point-of-care gastric ultrasound. The s…

NCT07521930 — Interfacing With NeuroTechnology to Expand Neural Throughput (INTENT)

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and preliminary efficacy of an implantable device that records and stimulates different areas of the brain to allow adults affected by disabling paralysis (see Eligibility for more details) to control and receive feedback from assistive devices.

Active, Not Recruiting

NCT02994719 — Gait Analysis in Neurological Disease

The purpose of this study is to investigate whether speed-dependent measures of gait (so called gait signatures) can be identified in patients with neurological conditions that affect gait, particularly in subjects with parkinsonian disorders.

NCT05913687 — Automated Imaging Differentiation of Parkinsonism

The purpose of this study is to test the performance of the AID-P across 21 sites in the Parkinson Study Group. Each site will perform imaging, clinical scales, diagnosis, and will upload the data to the web-based software tool. The clinical diagnosis will be blinded to the diagnostic algorithm and the imaging diagnosis will be compared to the movement disorders trained neurologist diagnosis.

NCT03306615 — Peripheral Modulation of Muscle Stiffness and Spasticity

This is a single-center, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, sequential Phase II trial of human recombinant hyaluronidase injections in individuals with post-stroke upper limb muscle stiffness. The investigators will recruit 56 subjects, who will be randomized to receive either the intervention or normal saline injections (first injection), and then the intervention the participants d…

NCT05459753 — Cholinergic Mechanisms of Attentional-motor Integration and Gait Dysfunction in Parkinson Disease (UDALL)

To perform a prospective cohort study with [(18)F]fluoroethoxybenzovesamicol (FEOBV) brain PET at baseline and 2-year follow-up in PD subjects at risk of conversion to non-episodic and episodic (falls and FoG) PIGD motor features and cognitive changes at the same time points.

NCT05753345 — Aquatic Therapy for Children With Neuromotor Deficits

The purpose of this study is to explore the feasibility, fidelity and acceptability of an aquatic therapy assessment and intervention for children ages 3-9 with neuromotor deficits such as cerebral palsy. The intervention takes place in a warm water therapy pool, twice a week for ten weeks and targets swim safety skills, upper extremity function and self care participation and performance.

Not Yet Recruiting

NCT07240805 — Digital Health Technologies for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Dementia With Lewy Bodies

Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), mild cognitive impairment with Lewy bodies (MCI-LB), and Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) are severe neurodegenerative diseases that cause significant motor impairment impacting daily function. Researchers at BioSensics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital and their collaborators aim to conduct an analytical and clinical validati…

NCT07671352 — Comparative Evaluation of Diaphragmatic Function Following Interscalene, Anterior Suprascapular, and Costoclavicular Nerve Blocks in Shoulder Surgery

Shoulder surgery causes significant postoperative pain, and ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia is central to its management. The interscalene block (ISB) is the gold standard but frequently causes phrenic nerve paralysis and hemi-diaphragmatic paresis, limiting its use in patients with reduced pulmonary reserve. The suprascapular (SSNB) and costoclavicular (CCB) blocks are proposed diaphragm…

NCT07683624 — Effect of Biofeedback-Based Inertial Sensors Gait Training on Walking Parameters in Children With Hemiplegia

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the effect of biofeedback-based inertial sensors gait training on walking parameters in children with hemiplegia. The main question it aims to answer is:

Does biofeedback-based inertial sensors gait training have an effect on walking parameters in children with hemiplegia.

• Participants in the study and control groups will receive 30 minutes …

NCT07127016 — Mindfulness in Nonflaccid Facial Paralysis

The purpose of this study is to learn more about how mindfulness techniques can help reduce anxiety, depression and body image disturbance as well as improve synkinesis in individuals with non-flaccid facial paralysis.

NCT07672158 — Tranexamic Acid to Reduce Blood Loss After Varus Derotation Osteotomy

TABLO (Tranexamic Acid to reduce Blood Loss after varus derotation Osteotomy) is a clinical trial of postoperative tranexamic acid vs placebo in non-ambulatory children with cerebral palsy (CP) undergoing reconstructive hip surgery.

Improving surgical outcomes is a high priority in this patient population given the high risk of bleeding and the diminished capacity for these children to withsta…

NCT07675343 — Functional Progressive Resistive Training and Cerebral Palsy

Functional Progressive Resistive Exercise (FPRE) is a strengthening approach that combines functional movement activities with progressively increased resistance. It involves performing task-oriented exercises, such as sit-to-stand, stair climbing, and walking-related activities, while gradually increasing the load to enhance muscle strength, endurance, and functional performance. FPRE is widel…

NCT07681947 — A Gamified Breathing and Postural Awareness Education Model for Children With Cerebral Palsy

This project aims to develop an accessible, learning-oriented model based on gamified breathing and posture training that emphasizes active participation for children with cerebral palsy (CP), their families, and educators. Since current practices are largely clinic-centered, there is a growing need for game-based, motivational and widely discernible programs. In this context, the project aims …

NCT07361627 — Upper Limb Rehabilitation Using Non-invasive Spinal Cord Stimulation

The goal of this RCT study is to evaluate if combining activity-based therapy (ABT) with transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) can improve recovery of arm and hand movement in people with cervical spinal cord injury (SCI). As secondary aims, the study will also investigate at how this combination approach affects the cortical changes in the somatosensory and motor areas of the brain, as…

NCT07683455 — Retrospective Study of Intensive Therapy Pathways in Children With Cerebral Palsy (P’TI-PARCOURS)

This retrospective single-center study aims to describe the care pathways of children with unilateral cerebral palsy (hemiplegia) who participated in intensive therapy programs (COLHEMI and/or Mini-COLHEMI) at the Centre des Massues since January 2010. The COLHEMI program (launched in 2010, for children aged 6-12) provides 70 hours of intensive motor learning-based therapy over 2 weeks, while t…

Enrolling by Invitation

NCT07664878 — AR-Based Motor Rehabilitation for Children With CP

The aim of the project is to create a digital system for cognitive-oriented rehabilitation of the central neuromuscular diseases (CND) with the use of augmented reality (AR) technology in children. Solving the project supports the professional-oriented digital literacy of professionals in rehabilitation institutions in the Czech Republic (CR). With the applied research, the software will be dev…

Completed Trials

NCT01714349 — Nerve Transfer After Spinal Cord Injuries

Nerve Transfer surgery can provide improved hand function following cervical spinal cord injuries

NCT01961557 — Evaluating a New Knee-Ankle-Foot Brace to Improve Gait in Children With Movement Disorders

Background:

- Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common motor disorder in children. CP often causes crouch gait, an abnormal way of walking. Knee crouch has many causes, so no single device or approach works best for everybody. This study s adjustable brace provides many types of walking assistance. Researchers will evaluate brace options to find the best solution for each participant, and wheth…

NCT04561232 — Locomotor Learning in Infants at High Risk for Cerebral Palsy

The objective of this project is to characterize the evolution of locomotor learning over the first 18 months of life in infants at high risk for cerebral palsy (CP). To characterize how locomotor skill is learned (or not learned) during this critical period, the investigators will combine established protocols using robust, unbiased robotic and sensor technology to longitudinally study infant …

NCT07666308 — Virtual Reality-Based Mirror Therapy and FES-Cycling in Stroke Rehabilitation

This randomized controlled, assessor-blinded study aimed to compare the effects of virtual reality-based mirror therapy (VRBMT) and functional electrical stimulation-assisted cycling (FES-cycling) when combined with conventional rehabilitation on upper extremity recovery in patients with stroke.

Participants with first-ever stroke, unilateral hemiplegia, and upper extremity impairment within s…

NCT05130528 — Therapeutic Intervention Supporting Development From NICU to 6 Months for Infants Post Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and begin to evaluate the effect of a sensorimotor intervention (SMI) provided in the first 6 months of life for infants with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy.

NCT07680361 — Study of Home Use of the Jaco Robotic Manipulation Device by Individuals With Tetraplegia

For all individuals deprived of active and functional motor control of the upper limbs to perform grasping tasks, the restoration of a grasping function becomes a priority.

The population concerned is mainly represented by so-called functional tetraplegic individuals.

In this context, new technologies, and more particularly robotics, appear as a solution for substitution and compensation of m…

NCT07475598 — Virtual Reality-Based Balance Training in Hemiplegic Patients

This prospective single-blind randomized controlled trial enrolled 43 hemiplegic patients hospitalized in the neurological rehabilitation unit of the University of Health Sciences Ankara Etlik City Hospital. Participants were randomly assigned to a virtual reality (VR) group (n = 23), which received routine physical therapy combined with VR-based balance training, or a conventional therapy (CT)…

NCT07685691 — RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CLINICAL STATUS AND NERVE CONDUCTION TEST FINDINGS IN PATIENTS WITH UNILATERAL HEMIPLEGIA

Stroke-related hemiplegia may be accompanied by peripheral nerve conduction abnormalities, which may contribute to motor impairment and functional limitations. However, the frequency of these abnormalities and their relationship with clinical status have not been fully characterized. This single-center observational study aims to evaluate the frequency of peripheral nerve conduction abnormaliti…

NCT07690722 — Effect of Whirlpool Therapy Combined With Botulinum Toxin in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This study aims to investigate the effects of adding whirlpool therapy to standard rehabilitation in children with cerebral palsy who recently received botulinum toxin-A injections. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will receive standard physiotherapy, while the other group will receive physiotherapy combined with whirlpool therapy. The effects of these interventions on sp…

NCT06955247 — Sensory Integration Versus Bobath on Hand Function in Hemiplegia

Hand skills do not develop in isolation; it is the result of neurologic development, physiologic maturation and adaptation, and functional development of learned patterns of motion and motor learning Hand skills in HCP are very complex and sensitive as it considered the main issue in playing and achieving milestones, so identification of this problem and its solution is very essential and play …

NCT06753370 — Experiences of Managing Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children With Cerebral Palsy.

Cerebral palsy (CP) refers to a non-progressive movement disorder, which occurs due to damage to the developing brain around the time of birth. Symptoms of sleep disordered breathing (SDB) include noisy breathing during sleep, increased day-time sleepiness and reduced energy levels. In the long term, SDB might have an effect on the brain and learning, as well as putting strain on the heart.

Ch…

NCT06732453 — Brain-Gut Yoga for Functional Dyspepsia and Gastroparesis (FD-GP)

The purpose of this research study is to assess whether using a yoga-based intervention in practice is feasible (possible) and acceptable to patients with Functional Dyspepsia and/or Gastroparesis (FD-GP).

NCT07261007 — Investigation of the Effectiveness of Flossing in Hemiplegic Patients With Shoulder Pain

This study aims to contribute to clinical practice by investigating the effectiveness of flossband application on range of motion, functionality, pain and sleep quality in hemiplegic patients with shoulder pain.

NCT07352735 — Upper Extremity Sensation and Function in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This cross-sectional study was designed to evaluate upper extremity sensation in children with spastic cerebral palsy and to investigate its effect on upper extremity use in activities of daily living. Children aged 6-15 years with cerebral palsy (n=15) and typically developing peers (n=15) who volunteer to participate in the study will be included. Participants’ sociodemographic data will be r…

NCT07437274 — Bimanual Training Versus Unilateral Task Specific Training in Children With Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is one of the most common childhood neurological disorders and often results in weakness, poor coordination, and stiffness (spasticity) in one side of the body in children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy. These difficulties can significantly affect a child’s ability to perform daily activities such as dressing, eating, playing, and school-related tasks.

Upper limb rehabil…

NCT07587476 — Constraint-induced Movement Therapy Combined With Functional Electrical Stimulation in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) combined with Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) versus CIMT alone in improving upper limb function, reducing spasticity, and enhancing functional independence in children with cerebral palsy (CP). A total of 46 children aged 3 to 15 years with spastic or dyskinetic cerebral pal…

NCT07615569 — Robot-assisted Versus Conventional Physical Therapy for Hand in Sub-acute Stroke

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of robotic-assisted physiotherapy and conventional physiotherapy in improving hand function among patients with sub-acute stroke. Stroke often results in weakness, reduced hand strength, impaired dexterity, and difficulty performing daily activities due to upper-limb motor dysfunction. Early rehabilitation targeting hand recover…