๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-07

Spasticity in SCI Following Acute Intermittent Hypoxia (NCT07583498)

Does the Administration of Acute Intermittent Hypoxia in Persons With Chronic Spinal Cord Injury Make Spasticity Worse?

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Zev Rymer

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study aims to observe the effects of administration of a breathing intervention (Acute Intermittent Hypoxia (AIH)) on spasticity (tightness) in individuals with incomplete Spinal Cord Injury. It is hypothesized that hypoxia will decrease the reflex threshold of the biceps brachii, indicating an increase in spasticity following the AIH.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab โ€” Chicago, Illinois

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Shirley Ryan AbilityLab โ€” Chicago, Illinois

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (312) 238-3919

Email: w-rymer@northwestern.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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