Spinal Stenosis Cervical study: Hard Cervical Collar
Official title Hard Cervical Collar Use Following Posterior Cervical Fusion
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07789288
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether wearing a hard neck brace after surgery helps your spine heal. It also looks at how well the surgery works for neck and arm pain.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are having surgery to fix a stiff or pinched neck spine.
- What's involved
- You will be picked by chance to wear a hard neck brace for six weeks or not wear one. You will fill out forms about your pain and health before surgery and at later check-ins.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts one year and includes visits at 2, 6, and 12 weeks, 6 months, and 12 months.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Diagnosis of degenerative disk disease (DDD)
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy, cervical deformity, or pseudoarthrosis
You likely can't join if
- \- Patients with trauma, tumors, or infections
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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