Clinical Trial

Temporary Inactivation of Strong Muscle Sensation to Improve Rehabilitation Interventions in SCI

Completed Phase 1
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Summary
The investigators are conducting a research study to try to improve rehabilitation interventions for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). In this study, the aim is to determine if temporarily numbing non-paralyzed arm muscles with an over-the-counter numbing cream while exercising paralyzed muscles, can improve the strength, function, and sensation of paralyzed muscles after a spinal cord injury.
Protocol Amendment History 4 changes
critical Trial completed 2026-08-01
notable Enrollment increased: 30 -> 52 participants 2026-08-01
notable Primary completion pushed: 2026-06-04 -> 2026-07-15 2026-08-01
minor Completion pushed: 2026-06-04 -> 2026-07-15 2026-08-01
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT05589402
Lead Sponsor University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Conditions Spinal Cord Injuries, Spine Disease, Stroke
Enrollment 52 participants
Start Date 2019-06-04
Primary Completion 2026-07-15 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-07-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-07-31