Arm and hand recovery in the first 6 months after neck spinal injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study follows people with a recent neck spinal cord injury to understand how arm and hand function changes during the first 6 months. It may help improve rehabilitation after such injuries.
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Who can take part
- You had a neck spinal cord injury (from trauma or other cause) that affects arm or hand movement
- Your injury is recent (acute) and you are within 6 months of it
- You are 18 years or older
- You are admitted to a participating rehabilitation center
- You can read and understand Swedish or English
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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