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NCT04938245 Improving Spinal Cord Stimulation With ECAPS

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Clinical Trial Summary
NCT ID NCT04938245
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University of Minnesota
Condition Chronic Pain
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 15 participants
Start Date 2021-08-18
Primary Completion 2026-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 22 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Spinal Cord Stimulation

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 15 participants in total. It began in 2021-08-18 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study will be to investigate the optimization of spinal cord stimulation with ECAPs in patients with spinal cord implants.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Medically stable as determined by the principal investigator * Scheduled to undergo externalization of spinal cord stimulation * English-speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Scheduled for permanent implantation only without trial * Have pacemakers or other neurostimulators * Pregnancy

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

David Darrow, MD, MPH

✉ darro015@umn.edu

📞 (612)-634-6666

Principal Investigator

David Darrow, MD, MPH

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Neurosurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04938245 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 22 Years or older, studying Chronic Pain. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04938245 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04938245 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at darro015@umn.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT04938245 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Minneapolis, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT04938245 clinical trial?

NCT04938245 is sponsored by University of Minnesota. The principal investigator is David Darrow, MD, MPH at University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Neurosurgery. The trial plans to enroll 15 participants.

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