Improving Bladder Function in SCI by Neuromodulation

Description

This trial will investigate the safety and utility of spinal cord neuromodulation to improve urinary bladder function in the context of spinal cord injury.

Conditions

Spinal Cord Injury

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Study overview

This trial will investigate the safety and utility of spinal cord neuromodulation to improve urinary bladder function in the context of spinal cord injury.

Improving Bladder Function in SCI by Neuromodulation

Improving Bladder Function in SCI by Neuromodulation

Condition
Spinal Cord Injury
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Los Angeles

University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90095

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • 1. Male 18-45 years;
  • 2. At least 1 year post-injury;
  • 3. Non-progressive SCI at C2-T8 (non-conus injury);
  • 4. Motor Complete ASIA (A or B);
  • 5. Neurogenic bladder requiring clean intermittent straight catheterization;
  • 6. Able to attend twice weekly testing sessions for 6 months.
  • 7. Have intact lower extremity anatomy and able to use lower extremity for assistive standing and stepping.
  • 1. History of autonomic dysreflexia;
  • 2. Ventilator dependency;
  • 3. Musculoskeletal dysfunction, unhealed fracture, pressure ulcer, active infection;
  • 4. Clinically significant depression or ongoing drug abuse;
  • 5. Received botox injection, or bladder surgery (suprapubic access, Brindley procedure, etc.); 6. Prostatic hypertrophy or bladder outlet disorder;
  • 7. Cardiopulmonary disease that precludes lower extremity training or rehabilitation.

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 45 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

MALE

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

University of California, Los Angeles,

Study Record Dates

2024-03-31