Clinical trials: Brain Damage, Chronic
Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy
A Pilot Study of Dexmedetomidine-Propofol in Children Undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging
This is a pilot study to determine if a standard bolus dose and infusion of dexmedetomidine can significantly decrease the dose of propofol (infusion) required for accomplishing an MRI.
- Conditions
- Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay
- Trial name
- NCT02633241
- Testing
- Dexmedetomidine bolus and high infusion-Propofol, Dexmedetomidine bolus and low infusion-Propofol, Dexmedetomidine bolus only - Propofol
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 71 people
- Sponsor
- Joseph Cravero
Insomnia, Traumatic Brain Injury
Non-Pharmacological Treatments for Insomnia in Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury
The purpose of this clinical trial is to assess the relative efficacy of two non-pharmacological interventions for insomnia in Veterans suffering from chronic mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
- Trial name
- NCT03261674
- Testing
- CBT-I, ABT-I
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 110 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Cerebral Palsy
Muscle Synergies During Gait in Children With Cerebral Palsy Undergoing Robot-assisted Gait Therapy
This is a single-arm longitudinal study for children with cerebral palsy with gait impairments that involves robot-assisted gait training (RGT) and includes pre and post-data collection visits.
- Trial name
- NCT06156969
- Testing
- Robot-Assisted Gait Training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 19 people
- Sponsor
- Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
Cerebral Palsy, Central Nervous System Diseases
Power Training Combined With Interval Treadmill Training
Ambulatory children with cerebral palsy (CP) experience walking limitations which negatively influence their ability to physically participate in day to day life.
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Central Nervous System Diseases, Brain Damage, Chronic
- Trial name
- PT³ (NCT03625570)
- Testing
- Power training combined with interval treadmill training, Strength training combined with traditional treadmill training
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 44 people
- Sponsor
- Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans
Cerebral Palsy
Respiratory Exacerbation Plans for Action and Care Transitions for Children With Severe CP
This study will pilot test a just-in-time (JIT) adaptive intervention to reduce severe respiratory illness, for children with severe cerebral palsy (CP).
- Trial name
- RE-PACT (NCT05292365)
- Testing
- RE-PACT Intervention
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- University of Wisconsin, Madison
Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay
SmarToyGym: Smart Detection of Atypical Toy-oriented Actions in At-risk Infants
The study aims to develop a SmarToyGym where sensitized, wireless toys are strategically hung and placed within reach of infants to elicit toy-oriented body and arm/hand movements.
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Stroke, Fine Motor Delay
- Trial name
- NCT02813889
- Testing
- SmarToyGym
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania
Cerebral Palsy
A Pilot Study of Hand Function in Children With Cerebral Palsy Undergoing Intensive Neurophysiological Rehabilitation
The aim of the study is to observe the effects of Intensive Neurophysiological Rehabilitation System on hand function in children with spastic cerebral palsy.
- Trial name
- NCT03454412
- Testing
- Intensive Neurophysiological Rehabilitation
- Where
- Ukraine
- Volunteers
- 44 people
- Sponsor
- International Clinic of Rehabilitation, Ukraine
Brain Injury, Chronic
Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury With Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
The purpose of this study is to determine if hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) improves the cognitive function of OIF/OEF individuals who have chronic mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- Trial name
- NCT00810615
- Testing
- Hyperbaric oxygen @ 2.4 ATA
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- San Antonio Military Medical Center
Pediatrics, Muscle Spasticity
BOTOX® Treatment in Pediatric Upper Limb Spasticity
This study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of BOTOX® (botulinum toxin Type A) in pediatric patients with upper limb spasticity.
- Conditions
- Pediatrics, Muscle Spasticity, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke
- Trial name
- NCT01603602
- Testing
- botulinum toxin Type A
- Where
- 45 sites in United States, Canada and 7 more
- Volunteers
- 235 people
- Sponsor
- Allergan
Pediatric Hemiparesis
Brain Stimulation and Hand Training in Children With Hemiparesis
Hemiparetic cerebral palsy influences motor function in children during development and throughout their lifetime. The deficits one sees are the result both of the congenitally induced brain lesion and the subsequent plasticity…
- Trial name
- NCT02250092
- Testing
- Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- University of Minnesota
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Neurobiological and Psychological Benefits of Exercise in Chronic Pain and PTSD
The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are creating a new generation of Veterans, including an increasing number of women Veterans, who present with comorbid PTSD and chronic pain conditions from recent deployment-related physical…
- Conditions
- Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Mild or Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury
- Trial name
- EXCPPTSD (NCT03283163)
- Testing
- Exercise Testing and Training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 23 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Pediatrics, Muscle Spasticity
BOTOX® Open-Label Treatment in Pediatric Lower Limb Spasticity
This study will evaluate the long-term safety of BOTOX® (botulinum toxin Type A) for the treatment of pediatric lower limb spasticity.
- Conditions
- Pediatrics, Muscle Spasticity, Cerebral Palsy
- Trial name
- NCT01603641
- Testing
- Botulinum Toxin Type A
- Where
- 56 sites in United States, Hungary and 7 more
- Volunteers
- 370 people
- Sponsor
- Allergan
PTSD, Depression
Impact of Modifiable Psychosocial Factors on Veterans' Long-term Trajectories of Functioning and Quality of Life
This study is Phase 3 of Project SERVE (Study Evaluating Returning Veterans' Experiences). Through two prior phases, SERVE has followed a cohort of post-9/11 Veterans since 2010 and has identified numerous risk and protective…
- Conditions
- PTSD, Depression, Chronic Pain, Alcohol Use Disorder
- Trial name
- SERVE:IMPACT (NCT03615222)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 377 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
The Effects of Fish Oil Supplementation on the Brain Health of Collegiate Football Athletes
Determine if the daily docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)/eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) supplement will reduce serum levels of biomarkers of sub-concussion injuries over a course of American football season among collegiate football…
- Trial name
- NCT04796207
- Testing
- Fish Oil (DPA+EPA 2:1 ratio) Capsules, High Oleic Safflower Oil Capsules
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 38 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Arizona
Traumatic Brain Injury
A Study of Modified Stem Cells in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
The primary purpose of the clinical study is to evaluate the clinical efficacy of intracranial administration of SB623 cells on patients with chronic motor deficit from Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Trial name
- STEMTRA (NCT02416492)
- Testing
- SB623 cells
- Where
- 36 sites in United States, Japan and 1 more
- Volunteers
- 63 people
- Sponsor
- SanBio, Inc.
Cerebral Palsy, Muscle Disorder
A New Training to Enhance Physical Activity in Adolescents With Cerebral Palsy
The purpose of this research study is to test the feasibility and response of a new exercise protocol on improving physical activity in adolescents with cerebral palsy.
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Muscle Disorder, Physical Disability, Posture Disorders in Children
- Trial name
- FOLIC (NCT05865418)
- Testing
- Loaded high intensity training, High intensity circuit training (HICT)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 5 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
Muscle Spasticity
Intrathecal (IT) Baclofen Drug Distribution
The goal of this pilot study to determine whether there is a significant therapeutic advantage to place the ITB catheter within the cervical, thoracic or lumbar region of the spine.
- Trial name
- ITB (NCT02903823)
- Testing
- Baclofen bolus injection
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 27 people
- Sponsor
- Vanderbilt University
Cerebral Palsy
Quantifying Energetic Demands of Walking for People With Cerebral Palsy
The purpose of this study is to examine the underlying mechanisms that contribute to high energy costs for people with cerebral palsy (CP) as they walk.
- Trial name
- NCT04303078
- Testing
- Varying levels of harness support during walking
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 34 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Washington
Cerebral Palsy, Postural; Defect
The Effect of Dynamic Elastomeric Fabric Orthosis (DEFO) on Sitting Balance and Gross Manuel Dexterity in Cerebral Palsy
To evaluate the effects and feasibility of lycra based compression garment called Stabilizing Pressure Input Orthosis (SPIO) vest on posture and balance during sitting and gross manuel dexterity, parent satisfaction with the…
- Trial name
- NCT03191552
- Testing
- SPIO, conventional exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- Marmara University
Cerebral Palsy
Quantifying Patient-Specific Changes in Neuromuscular Control in Cerebral Palsy
Impaired neuromuscular control hinders movement for individuals with cerebral palsy and other neurological disorders. In this research, the investigators are developing new tools to quantify impaired neuromuscular control in…
- Trial name
- NCT02699554
- Testing
- Single-event multilevel surgery
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 55 people
- Sponsor
- University of Washington