Study of spinal cord compression in the neck
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This study follows adults with spinal cord compression in the neck caused by wear and tear changes. It aims to understand the condition better and may help guide future treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your neck MRI shows the spinal cord is squeezed by age-related changes like disc bulges, bone spurs, or thickened ligaments.
- You have symptoms such as numbness, weakness, or clumsiness in your hands, or trouble walking, but you may also have no symptoms.
- You are able to attend follow-up visits and give your permission to be in the study.
- You do not have spinal cord compression from other causes like recent injury, tumor, infection, or multiple sclerosis.
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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