Clinical trials · California
Spinal Deformity clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 9 recruiting spinal deformity studies with a site in California — including Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT04885244Recruiting
Minimally invasive surgery for adult spine bending and misalignment
This trial looks at how well minimally invasive back surgery works for adults with long-lasting spine deformities (like bending or uneven alignment). It aims to measure outcomes using questionnaires and spine X-ray measurements after treatment.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05856370Recruiting
Study for follow-up of Medtronic spine or skull devices
This study checks how well certain Medtronic devices for the skull or spine are working in real-world care. If you’re getting one of these devices, you may be asked to do scheduled follow-up visits and assessments to confirm safety and performance.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05648474Recruiting
Nerve monitoring during a low-back fusion surgery
This study tests whether special nerve monitoring during a low-back fusion helps make surgery safer and the results easier to judge. It’s for people having a specific type of low-back fusion on one or two levels.
Carlsbad, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04194138Recruiting
Surgery planning study for complex adult spine curvatures
This trial focuses on adults with complex spinal deformities and tests how different surgical approaches fit their x-ray measurements and surgical plans. It may help doctors choose safer, better-tailored surgery for severe adult spine bending or imbalance.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04888104Recruiting
Testing a spine implant to prevent failure near the top
This study looks at whether using a specific attachment system (VersaTie) with pedicle screws can help prevent problems near the top of a long spinal fusion. It compares outcomes in adults who are planning long posterior spine fusion surgery using this approach.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02314988RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Tranexamic acid to reduce bleeding in spine surgery
This trial tests whether tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) can reduce blood loss during long spine surgery after an injury. It may help lower the chance of needing transfusions and manage surgical bleeding.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT05866419Recruiting
Implantable device for delivering Spinraza through the spine
This trial tests a surgically implanted port and catheter system that delivers Spinraza (nusinersen) into the fluid around the spinal cord, using a more direct route than repeated spinal taps. It may help people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who can’t safely or comfortably get repeated lumbar punctures (spinal taps).
Orange, CaliforniaAges 3 years+ - NCT04418830Enrolling by invitation
Study of a spine cage implant for degenerative back problems
This trial studies how well specific lumbar (lower back) implant “cages” help fuse vertebrae in people with degenerative disc disease, spinal slippage, narrowing, curvature, or forward-bending deformity. It may help by testing an approach to improve stability and reduce symptoms after surgery.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05071144Recruiting
Registry for children getting robotic spine surgery
This trial registry collects information about kids and teens with spine deformities who are scheduled for robotic or navigation-assisted surgery (sometimes using custom rods). It may help doctors improve these advanced techniques over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–21 years
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting spinal deformity studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 4 studies
- Scripps Health · 3 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 2 studies
- Alphatec Spine Inc.
- Children's Hospital Orange County
- Hoag Orthopedics
- Rady Children's Hospital San Diego
- Stanford Medical Center
What taking part in a spinal deformity study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Spinal Deformity trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there spinal deformity clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 9 recruiting spinal deformity studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a spinal deformity study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a spinal deformity trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New spinal deformity studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.