Rehabilitation versus usual care for mild cervical myelopathy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares a structured rehabilitation program with standard check-ups for people with mild cervical myelopathy (spinal cord compression in the neck). It aims to see if a structured rehab program can improve symptoms and is a feasibility study to prepare for a larger trial.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Have a diagnosis of cervical myelopathy (spinal cord compression in the neck) confirmed by a specialist.
- Have mild symptoms—your doctor will assess this with a special score (mJOA) of 15 to 17.
- Be comfortable understanding and reading English enough to give your informed consent.
- Not have a preference or need for urgent surgery, and not have another neurological condition (like MS or Parkinson's) that could affect your results.
- Not be pregnant or involved in another clinical study.
- Be willing to commit to a 12-week program with up to 10 supervised rehab sessions and regular home exercises.
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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