spinal-cord-disorders Clinical Trials
A listing of spinal-cord-disorders medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
Found 583 clinical trials
Dysphagia, QoL and Attitudes Towards PEG in ALS Patients
In Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, dysphagia has a high incidence. With deterioration of swallowing function, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube is recommended to ensure sufficient and safe oral intake. Dysphagia and PEG placement alter quality of life (QoL). However, QoL and attitudes toward PEG remain largely unexplored. The purpose of this …
The Pre-symptomatic Familial Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Pre-fALS) Study
Pre-fALS is a prospective natural history and biomarker study of people not yet affected with ALS, but who are at genetic risk for developing ALS. The investigators aim to recruit unaffected (healthy) people from familial ALS (fALS) pedigrees in which a known genetic mutation associated with ALS has been identified; …
Biospecimen Biorepository for the Study of ALS, ALS-FTD and Similar Neurodegenerative Disorders
The purpose of this study is to collect CSF and blood samples that can be used in future research studies to identify potential biomarkers in blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) patients.
Contribution of Diaphragmatic Ultrasound for Monitoring Diaphragmatic Function in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a rare neuromuscular disease that occurs in adults. It is characterized by a progressive degeneration of the first and second motor neurons leading to muscle failure. In its spinal form, ALS manifests by a progressive worsening of limb involvement, whereas the bulbar form presents with …
Optimizing INITIation of Non-invasive Ventilation in ALS Patients
Objective: The primary objective in this study is to identify which (pheno)type of ALS patient has the most benefit from NIV in improving quality of life. Study population: Adult patients with ALS, PLS (Primary Lateral Sclerosis) of PSMA (Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy) in the Netherlands. Patients will be included during …
Reinnervation and Neuromuscular Transmission in ALS
The aim of this study is to describe the changes in the neuromuscular connection in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The study consist of three substudies that have the following main hypothesis: that ALS patients do not demonstrate equal capacity for muscle reinnervation and that reinnervation preserves muscle function …
Holter of Movement in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
ActiALS is a multicentric academic study. Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) may be included on a voluntary basis. The investigators plan to include a group of approximately 30 patients with ALS. The investigators have planned to assess patient every three months for a year. After each visit, participants will …
Development of Targeted RNA-Seq for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Diagnosis
Genetic diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) could identify the origin of the disease, potentially allowing the patient to pursue targeted/gene therapy. However, many familial forms of ALS are genetically undiagnosed, either because no variant has been detected in the genes of interest, or because the detected variant(s) have uncertain …
Validation of Czech Language Versions of Questionnaires for ALS Patients' Functional Status and Biomarker Long-term Follow-up
Questionnaires and scales used to assess the clinical status and quality of life of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are an important tool to monitor the disease progression and current needs of patients. The use of these tools (and in particular their combination) allows to cover the whole spectrum …
Patients' and Caregivers' Views of Multidimensional Care in Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis in Germany
The progressive loss of physical functioning resulting from ALS leads also to high psychosocial burden for those affected, and organizational challenges related to medical care and aids. A multidimensional and -professional care is advised in order to meet the complex requirements of this disease. In Germany, medical care structures may …
