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MT2023-30: A Phase 1 Study of FT825/ONO-8250, an Off-the-Shelf CAR T-Cell Therapy, With or Without Monoclonal Antibodies, in HER2-Positive or Other Advanced Solid Tumors
The purpose of this study is to test the safety of FT825 at different doses and to understand the way the body processes and responds to FT825. The study will also find out what effects FT825, when given with or without a monoclonal antibody (cetuximab) and different chemotherapy regimens, have on cancer. FT825 is a type of cell product made up of “T cells.” T cells are part of your immune system and are important in helping fight infections. T cells are also important in eliminating cancer cells.
• diagnosis locally advanced or metastatic cancer
• cancer that is not amenable to curative therapy, with prior therapies defined by specific tumor types
• restricted from strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion criteria
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• active central nervous system (CNS) involvement by cancer -active bacterial, fungal, or viral infections
• additional exclusion criteria (study staff will review)
Feasibility of a text message intervention in Hmong community
We are conducting this research to better understand if text messages can be used for diabetes education for patients in the Hmong community. People will be in this research study for one month. You will receive two text messages per week for one month and be asked to complete a 5-10 minute survey at the end of the month.
• identify self as Hmong
• have diabetes
• receive care at the Phalen Village Clinic
• have a cell phone that can receive text messages
• under 18 years old
COLLABS: Colorectal Cancer Legal and Administrative Burden Support: A Pilot Clinical Trial
The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of providing personalized legal and financial services on the financial and emotional health of people with advanced stage colorectal cancer. We have partnered with a local nonprofit company called Cancer Legal Care (CLC) to provide the legal and financial services that people will receive as part of this research.
• diagnosis of advanced stage colorectal cancer
• receiving care at the Masonic Cancer Center
• able to understand, speak, read, and write in English
• lack capacity to consent
Sleep Outcomes with DBS Therapy in Parkinson's Disease and Dystonia
The objective of this study is to describe how activation of distinct pathways in and around the subthalamic nucleus (STN) and internal segment of the globus pallidus (GPi) correlate to changes in sleep outcomes in movement disorders patients after deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery targeting these structures.
• at least 21 years old
• existing or planned 7T brain imaging
• surgery at UMN to implant DBS system planned as part of routine clinical care (or has already occurred, as long as the first programming session is at least 2 weeks away)
• other significant neurological disorder
• history of dementia
• complications after surgery
• women who are pregnant
MT2021-24: A Phase I Open Label Study to Evaluate the Safety and Tolerability of ISP-001 in Adult Patients with Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I Hurler-Scheie and Scheie
The purpose of the study is to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new procedure to treat Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I Hurler-Scheie and Scheie (MPS I). This procedure involves collecting some white blood cells (termed “B cells”) and growing them outside of the body in a laboratory. While the cells are in the lab, the B cells will be changed to produce more of the IDUA that is missing. This process is called “genetic modification.” The newly modified B cells are then infused back into the participant.
• diagnosis of Mucopolysaccharidosis type I Hurler-Scheie or Scheie syndrome
• creatinine clearance, calculated or measured directly, that is greater than 60ml/min/1.73m2
• ejection fraction at least 40% by echocardiogram
• must agree to stay <45-minute drive from the study site for a minimum of 5 days after cell infusion.
• must commit to traveling to the study site for the necessary follow-up evaluations.
• known family inherited cancer syndrome
• had a previous hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT)
• any medical condition likely to interfere with assessment of safety or efficacy of the study treatment (study staff will review)
MT2024-05: A Phase I, First in Human Open Label Study to Evaluate the Safety and Tolerability of TRX103 cell infusion in subjects with hematological malignancies undergoing HLA-mismatched related or unrelated hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT)
This study will enroll patients with a blood cancer who need to undergo a stem cell (bone marrow) transplant using a donor that is not a full DNA match with them. It tests TRX103, a cellular therapy, to see if it is an effective and safe way to prevent Graft versus Host Disease (GvHD), a common and potentially serious side effect of stem cell transplant.
• undergoing mismatched related (haploidentical) or unrelated allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT)
• diagnosis of one of the following hematologic malignancies: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), or Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML)
• weight is at least 35 kgs (77 pounds)
• available mismatched related (haploidentical) or unrelated donors for peripheral blood stem cell (PBSC) donation
• study staff will review additional inclusion and exclusion criteria
• prior allogeneic bone marrow, peripheral blood, or cord blood HSCT
• HIV positive, positive hepatitis-B surface antigen or positive hepatitis-C antibody (unless treated)
• women who are pregnant, breast feeding or aim to become pregnant during the study period
Assessment of usability and satisfaction with a take-home device presenting sound and body stimulation for back pain
The purpose of this study is to measure the compliance, usability, and satisfaction of an at-home, multi-modal stimulation device in a diverse population of people with chronic lower back pain (cLBP) compared to a group of participants who are engaging in integrative health practices. The multi-modal device will include a combination of electrical stimulation, auditory stimulation, and integrative-health techniques, including mindfulness breathing, health coaching, and reflective journaling. The multi-modal device creation is based on prior knowledge in lower back pain treatment, which includes electrical stimulation of the back (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator or TENS) and integrative health modalities. Findings from this usability pilot study could help refine the approach and the multi-modal device for a future intervention study in cLBP participants.
• must have chronic lower back pain, defined as back pain lasting 3 or more months, - willing to travel to the University of Minnesota and commit to the study duration
• cannot have any implanted stimulation devices
Visual Perception in Visual Snow Syndrome
This study seeks to understand visual perception in people with Visual Snow Syndrome and how this relates to brain function.
MT2023-10: A Phase 1 Study of FT522 in Combination with Rituximab in Participants with Relapsed/Refractory B-Cell Lymphoma
We are studying FT522 - a new product that is made by modifying cells in a laboratory - both with and without additional drugs, to see if it can help treat people with B-cell lymphoma. This study is for people who have had at least one treatment for their lymphoma, but the cancer either returned or did not respond to the treatment. We are testing this product to see what side effects it might have, as well as to see whether it is effective at treating B-cell lymphoma.
• diagnosis of B-cell lymphoma (BCL)
• at least 1 prior systemic regimen of treatment
• men and women participants of childbearing potential who engage in heterosexual intercourse must agree to use specified method(s) of contraception
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• capable of only limited selfcare; confined to bed or chair more than 50% of waking hours
• body weight less than 50 kg (110 lb.)
• additional medical diagnosis (study staff will review)
A phase 3, randomized, double-blind, study to assess efficacy and safety of ianalumab (VAY736) versus placebo in warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA) patients who failed at least one line of treatment (VAYHIA)
The purpose of the study is to see if ianalumab, compared to placebo, is effective and safe for treating wAIHA. A placebo looks like the study drug, ianalumab, but does not contain any active ingredient. Ianalumab belongs to a class of drugs called monoclonal antibodies. Monoclonal antibodies are molecules that can recognize and stick to a specific protein expressed on the cell surface or released free in the body. Participants will receive study drug (ianalumab or placebo) through the vein every 4 weeks (4 doses in total) during the treatment period.
• people with documented primary or secondary wAIHA
• had an insufficient response to or relapsed after one or more treatments
• Hemoglobin concentration at screening between 5 g/dL and 10 g/dL and experiencing symptoms of anemia
• dose of supportive medication must be stable for at least 4 weeks
• wAIHA due to disease involving bone marrow
• prior use of B-cell depleting therapy (e.g., rituximab) within 12 weeks prior to starting the study
• active viral, bacterial or other infections that require systemic treatment at time of screening, or a history of recurrent clinically significant infection
• positive for hepatitis C virus, hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), or hepatitis B core antibody (HBcAb)
• contact study staff for additional criteria
MT2015-25: Tandem Myeloablative Consolidation Therapy and Autologous Stem Cell Rescue for High-Risk Neuroblastoma
The primary purpose of this study is to gain information, especially disease free outcomes, using the tandem approach as compared to the historical information of using a single transplant. The data will be analyzed for transplant “milestones” such as time to blood count recovery and how patients are doing at 3 months and 1 year after the treatment. Participation in this study will not alter treatment or medical care. All information for this study will be collected from medical records.
• less than 30 years old when diagnosis of neuroblastoma is made
• no uncontrolled infection
• recovered from acute toxicities of last cycle of induction chemotherapy
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
MT2020-27: Phase I/II Trial Using E7777 to Enhance Regulatory T-Cell Depletion Prior to CAR-T Therapy for Relapsed/Refractory Large B-Cell Lymphomas
This purpose of this study is to identify a safe dose level for the study drug, E7777, when given with standard tisagenlecleucel therapy (also known by its brand name, Kymriah, is an immunotherapy that is made from the participants own blood cells) in participants with Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL). Up to three dose levels of E7777 will be tested.
• diagnosis of a relapse or refractory large B cell lymphoma, for which treatment with Kymriah is planned
• received two or more lines of systemic therapy
• able to walk and do all selfcare but unable to carry out any work activities; up and about more than 50% of waking hours
• participants of child bearing age must use birth control for 30 days following completion of treatment
• additional inclusion criteria (study staff will review)
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• CNS involvement by malignancy
• eye disease or complaints visual acuity impairment, color or shape distortion, or blurred vision - potential participants are required to have an eye exam as part of screening
• additional exclusion criteria (study staff will review)
HM2024-04: A Phase 3, Open-Label, Randomized Study of Sonrotoclax (BGB-11417) Plus Zanubrutinib (BGB-3111) Compared With Venetoclax Plus Obinutuzumab in Patients With Previously Untreated Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
This study is for patients with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) that have not had any treatment yet. Study participants have an equal chance of either receiving a standard of care treatment (venetoclax plus obinutuzumab) or the combination of investigational drugs being studied (sonrotoclax plus zanubrutinib). The goal is to discover whether sonrotoclax plus zanubrutinib is more effective than the current standard of care treatments.
• new diagnosis of Chronic Lymphocytic Anemia (CLL) that has not been treated but requires treatment
• at least up walking and capable of all selfcare but unable to carry out any work activities; up and about more than 50% of waking hours
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• CLL has been previously treated
• known central nervous system involvement
• confirmed progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)
• uncontrolled hypertension
A Phase II, Multi-center, Open-Label Study to Assess Safety, Tolerability, Efficacy and Pharmacokinetics of R3R01 in Alport Syndrome Patients with Uncontrolled Proteinuria on ACE/ARB Inhibition and in Patients with Primary Steroid-Resistant Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
The main purpose of this study is to check how safe the study drug is and how well your body handles taking it. We will also check if the study drug works to improve your kidney function, if has an impact on your daily life and the amount of the study drug in your blood over a period of time (called pharmacokinetics)
• at least 12 years of age
• for people with Alport Syndrome: confirmed diagnosis by genetic testing and /or kidney biopsy
• for primary Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), (without any identifiable cause, and where the FSGS is confirmed by renal biopsy) or FSGS where there is documentation of a genetic mutation in a podocyte protein
• female patients, as well as, female partners of male patients who are of child-bearing potential must be willing to not become pregnant for the complete duration of the study (90 days after the last dose of study medication)
• males (including sterilized subjects) whose female partners have child-bearing potential, must agree to use male contraception (condoms) during the period from the time of signing the informed consent form (ICF) through 90 days after the last dose of study drug
• contact study staff for additional criteria
• uncontrolled diabetes mellitus as evidenced by an HbA1c greater or equal to 11%
• uncontrolled high blood pressure
• moderate or severe liver impairment
• BMI greater than 40
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• additional exclusion criteria apply (study staff will review)
Protocol M23-716: A Phase 3 randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind program to evaluate efficacy and safety of upadacitinib in adult and adolescent subjects with severe alopecia areata
This study will assess how effective and safe the use of the medication named Upadacitinib is for the treatment of signs and symptoms of severe hair loss in adults.
• 12-63 years of age
• have more than 50% hair loss
• pregnancy
MT2023-38 Monitoring of Immune Reconstitution in Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT) and Novel Immunotherapies
The purpose of this research is to collect and store specimens and information about the recovery of the immune system following a stem cell transplant (HCT) or immunotherapy to treat a cancer or blood disease. Samples from many people are being collected and stored so they can be used for research now and in the future.
• planning to have a Hematopoietic Cell Transplant (HCT), gene therapy or other cell therapy or immunotherapy
• allogeneic related donors
Bias in the Counseling of Black Patients
The purpose of this project is to learn about the stereotypes and discriminatory treatment that Black patients encounter to develop communication skills training and tools for clinicians that reduces the likelihood that Black patients feel stereotyped and discriminated against. We will ask you to participate in a two-hour focus group, either in-person or virtually.
• English speaking
• age 25 and older
• Black or African American
• born in the US or arrived in the US at age 5 or earlier
• received care for high blood pressure in the last year
• live in the Twins Cities Area
• diagnosis of Cognitive impairment, dementia, or schizophrenia
• unable to see or unable to hear (hearing aids and glasses are fine)
A randomized, open-label, multi-center, comparative trial, to assess the efficacy and safety of pritelivir versus foscarnet for the treatment of acyclovir-resistant mucocutaneous HSV infections in immunocompromised subjects (PRIOH-1) (PRIOH-1)
The purpose of this research study is to look at the safety and effectiveness of pritelivir given orally (by mouth for a maximum of 42 days) for people with an impaired immune system who have recurrent lesions caused by the form of HSV that does respond to treatment with acyclovir.
• at least 16 years old
• immunocompromised or body is unable to fight off infection
• have lesions that can been seen in order to determine if they are healing
• willing to use highly effective birth control
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• history or current evidence of gastrointestinal malabsorption
• on hemodialysis for any reason and end stage renal disease (ESRD)
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• unable to communicate with study staff
MT2022-41 A Phase 1/2 Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of a Single Dose of Autologous CD34+ Base Edited Hematopoietic Stem Cells (BEAM-101) in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease and Severe Vaso-Occlusive Crises (BEACON Trial) (BEACON)
BEAM-101 is an experimental new therapy being developed for treating people with SCD and vaso-occlusive crises. The goal of this study is to see if BEAM-101 is safe and effective for people in the study. The study sponsor and study doctors would also like to see if individuals who are treated with BEAM-101 require fewer blood transfusions and experience fewer vasoocclusive crises requiring hospitalization, compared to before they received BEAM-101. This study will also measure the levels of fetal hemoglobin along with measures that assess quality of life and ability to function following treatment with BEAM-101.
• 18 to 35 years old
• documented diagnosis of sickle cell disease with specific genotypes (study staff will review)
• disease is severe
• HbF levels >20%, obtained at the time of screening on or off hydroxyurea therapy
• previous transplant
• history of an overt stroke
A non-randomized prospective clinical trial comparing the non-inferiority of salpingectomy to salpingo-oophorectomy to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer among BRCA1 carriers (SOROCk)
The purpose of the study is to compare two surgical procedures and their ability to decrease the risk of developing ovarian cancer for pre-menopausal women with BRCA1 mutations.
• 35 to 50 years old
• women with a BRCA1 mutation
• undergoing risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy or who have declined or elected to defer BSO
• may be premenopausal or menopausal
• history of any prior cancer who have received chemotherapy within the past 30 days or radiotherapy to abdomen or pelvis at any prior time
• women with abnormal screening tests (TVUS, CA-125) suspicious for gross cancer within the past 180 days
• additional criteria apply (study staff will review)
Development of Tobacco Related Biomarkers
To maintain a biorepository (sample bank) of biological samples from different tobacco users and non-users to investigate how tobacco and nicotine products affect our bodies. The samples will be used by researchers to develop methods to look for biological “markers” (biomarkers), or chemical changes in the body, that occur due to tobacco or nicotine exposure. The goal is to eventually use these biomarkers to improve detection, prevention, and treatment strategies for tobacco-related diseases.
• formerly smoked cigarettes daily
• uses smokeless tobacco
• smokes cigars
• uses nicotine gum, lozenges, patches, nasal spray, pouches, or inhaler
• younger than 21 years old
• smokes or vapes marijuana
MT2017-17:T Cell receptor Alpha/Beta T Cell Depleted Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation in patients with Inherited Bone Marrow Failure (BMF) Disorders
The purpose of this study is to learn if removing the donor T cells from the donor product using this new method will be a better way to reduce the risk of GVHD. The benefit of removing these cells with this new method is that they will prevent GVHD without requiring drugs to suppress the immune system. Potentially, the immune system will recover from the transplant faster, which in turn will also lessen the risk of severe infections. As well, the patient will not have the other common undesired side effects of these immunosuppressive drugs.
• up to 65 years of age
• have a diagnosis of Fanconi anemia
• have a suitable donor for peripheral blood cells
• women of childbearing potential and men with partners of child-bearing potential must agree to use of contraception for the duration of treatment and 4 months after the transplant
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for additional criteria
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• cancer within previous 2 years
MT2024-08: Phase I open-label, dose escalation trial of BI 1831169 monotherapy and in combination with ezabenlimab in patients with advanced or metastatic solid tumors.
This study tests the use of the oncolytic virus BI1831169 (VSV-GP) as an immunotherapy in patients with advanced solid tumors. This trial is the first-in-human trial to test the safety and early efficacy of BI1831169 by itself (Part 1) and in combination with the PD-1 inhibitor ezabenlimab (Part 2).
• confirmed diagnosis of an advanced, and/or metastatic or relapsed/refractory solid tumor that can not be surgically removed
• must have exhausted available treatment options or refused established treatment options
• restricted from physically strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• additional inclusion criteria (study staff will review)
• major surgery or radiation therapy in the past 4 weeks
• active hepatitis B or C infection
• severe or serious, acute or chronic medical or psychiatric condition or laboratory abnormality that may increase the risk associated with study participation (study staff will review)
PEPN2121 : A Phase 1/2 Study of Tiragolumab (NSC# 827799, IND# 161266) and Atezolizumab (NSC# 783608, IND# 161266) in Patients with Relapsed or Refractory SMARCB1 or SMARCA4 Deficient Tumors
This phase I/II trial studies how well tiragolumab and atezolizumab works when given to children and adults with SMARCB1 or SMARCA4 deficient tumors that that has either come back (relapsed) or does not respond to therapy (refractory). SMARCB1 or SMARCA4 deficiency means that tumor cells are missing the SMARCB1 and SMARCA4 genes, which is related to having more aggressive cancers that are harder to treat. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as tiragolumab and atezolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread.
• patients must be >= 12 months of age at the time of study enrollment. For part A, patients must be <18 years old at enrollment. For part B, there is no upper age limit
• patients must have SMARCB1 (INI1) or SMARCA4 deficient tumors verified through institutional immunohistochemistry (IHC) or molecular confirmation of a pathologic tumor bi-allelic SMARCB1 (INI1) or SMARCA4 loss or mutation from a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) certified lab
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete eligibility criteria
• patients who have undergone allogeneic bone marrow or stem cell transplant are not eligible
• patients with known, untreated CNS metastases will be excluded
Seasonal influenza vaccine high dose boosting in solid organ transplant recipients
We know that patients who have undergone a solid organ transplant are at higher risk for severe influenza infections and may not develop a robust antibody response to a single dose of the influenza vaccine. The purpose of this study is to better understand the body’s response to two doses of the high-dose influenza vaccine compared to one dose during an influenza season.
• at least 18 years old
• history of a solid organ transplant (liver, lung, heart, kidney, pancreas) at least 1 year before starting the study
• women who are pregnant
• received ATG or carfilzomib in the past 3 months
• received rituximab or basiliximab in the past 3 months
• prednisone dose is greater than 20mg/ day
• history of a severe allergy to influenza vaccine (e.g., Guillain-Barre syndrome, anaphylaxis, or angioedema)
• have received the influenza vaccine for the current season
Vasomotor symptoms of menopause and cardiovascular disease: What is the link?
Study to examine the physiological responses that occur during a hot flush in postmenopausal women
• Reported nicotine/tobacco use within the last six months
• Diabetic or asthmatic
• Diagnosed significant carotid stenosis
• History of significant autonomic dysfunction, heart disease, respiratory disease, or severe neurologic condition such as stroke or traumatic brain injury
• Existing metabolic or endocrine abnormalities
• Use of heart/blood pressure medications that are determined to interfere with study outcomes
• Use of oral contraceptives (or other hormonal contraceptives, including intrauterine devices or contraceptive implants) and/or hormone therapy
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Unwilling or unable to refrain from consuming caffeine or alcohol in the 12 hours before visit two and three.
• Unwilling or unable to refrain from vigorous exercise (at least 10 minutes in duration) in the 12 hours before visit two or three
• Unwilling or unable to fast in the eight hours before visit two or three
• Body mass index ? 35 kg/m2
Influence of Exercise on the Gut Microbiome of Overweight and Obese Adults with Prediabetes
We are looking at how an 8-week exercise program of walking for 30-45 minutes 3 times/week affects the body. This study is for people who are prediabetic and overweight or obese. We will compare the exercise group to a group that didn’t participate in the exercise to see if there are differences in gut microbes, body measurements, and blood work.
• 30-64 years old
• classified as overweight or obese with BMI greater than 25 kg/m2
• physician diagnosed as pre-diabetic or HbA1c value of 5.7 - 6.4% obtained during study screening
• currently exercise less than 100 minutes per week
• physically able to exercise
• no antibiotics taken for at least 45 days
• weight has been stable for the last 6 months (less than 10% change)
• willing to maintain current diet and exercise levels unless changed by the study
• current gastrointestinal illness
• taking metformin or other medications for high blood sugar
• history of bariatric surgery
• pregnant or breast feeding
Sex differences in the effecTs of brEaking uP sedentary behavior on vascUlar function in Type 2 Diabetes (STEP UP T2D)
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) confers a high risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly among older adults who tend to be physically inactive. Most studies that have examined the effects of changing sedentary behavior (SB) have focused on young healthy males and prioritized glycemic outcomes. We will look at the effect of 3 different ways of breaking up sitting: 1) 4 hours of prolonged SB, 2) 4 hours of SB broken up by 5 minutes of self-paced walking every hour, and 3) 4 hours of SB with one 20-minute bout of self-paced walking. In addition to examining the overall effects of each condition, differences between men and women will be evaluated.
• 60 years or older
• postmenopausal (at least 12 months without a menstrual period)
• Type 2 diabetes (hemoglobin A1c 6.5% or more and/or previous diagnosis of type 2 diabetes)
• sedentary for at least 6 hours/day
• willing to abstain from food, caffeine, alcohol and exercise for at least 24 hours, and tobacco/smoking for at least 12 hours prior to each study visit
• able to speak and read English
• Type 1 diabetes
• uncontrolled hypertension (resting systolic greater than 160 or diastolic greater than 110 mmHg)
• starting hormone therapy or changing in hormone therapy (dose/frequency/route of administration) in the previous 3 months
• on renal dialysis
• history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• evidence of cognitive impairment
• physical impairment or disability that interferes with ability to engage in exercise (severe osteoarthritis, lower extremity amputation [other than toe(s)/partial foot], use of a walker or wheelchair, etc.)
• unstable medical/psychiatric condition that could impact study participation
Robotic Gait Training to Improve Functional Outcomes after SCI
We are researching the benefits of physical therapy guided exoskeleton gait training in people with a spinal cord injury. We want to describe the benefits to overall function and how the brain changes after gait training.
• spinal cord injury level C7-T12
• medically stable, no acute issues that would prevent gaiting
• motor complete (AIS A or B) spinal cord injury OR motor incomplete (AIS C or D) spinal cord injury who use a wheelchair for more than 50% of personal mobility
• height between 155-191cm (5'1" to 6'2")
• weight less than 113kg (248 pounds)
• sufficient upper body strength to complete sit-to-sit transfers
• women of childbearing age must agree to use contraception during study participation
• women who are pregnant
• symptomatic orthostatic hypotension
• active Grade 2 or greater pressure ulcer that can be potentially worsened by use of an exoskeleton
• lower extremity contractures that interfere with wearing an exoskeleton
• unhealed lower extremity fracture
• history of neurologic diseases (e.g. stroke, peripheral neuropathy, myopathy)
• active treatment for epilepsy or thyroid disorders
• women with osteoporosis at baseline by DXA scan
Global Patient Registry of Inherited Retinal Diseases
The purpose of this research study is to collect timely and relevant data that will support the evolving research needs of the Inherited Retinal Disease community (IRD), in order to provide insights that can be used to improve patient management, and to inform development of future treatments. No visits, assessments, or procedures are mandated, and follow-up will be captured as part of your standard of care. The planned length of registry is of 8 years with a potential to extend the duration as needs evolve.
• at least 3 years old
• documented genetic diagnosis of X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP) or Achromatopsia (ACHM) with any signs or symptoms of disease
• Caregiver participants must be at least 18 years old and identified by the participant as the primary care giver
• received a treatment in an Inherited Retinal Disease (IRD) related interventional trial, or is being screened for an IIRD-related interventional trial
• Caregiver participant has an IRD and has visual impairment