Hereditary spastic paraplegia
MONDO:0019064Hereditary spastic paraplegias (HSP) comprise a genetically and clinically heterogeneous group of neurodegenerative disorders characterized by progressive spasticity and hyperreflexia of the lower limbs.
Also known as: spastic paraplegia, HSP, SPG, Strümpell-Lorrain disease, familial spastic paraplegia, hereditary spastic paraparesis, FSP, familial spastic paraparesis
41 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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One Patient's hope: can an old TB drug help a rare paralysis condition?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug D-cycloserine in a single patient with a rare genetic form of hereditary spastic paraplegia. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can slow the disease by lowering certain fats (sphingolipids) in the body. The patient also took pyridoxine to help …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a cocktail of three drugs tame a rare paralyzing disease?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested three drugs—Xenbilox, Tahor, and resveratrol—in 12 adults with SPG5, a rare genetic condition causing progressive leg weakness. The goal was to lower levels of a toxic cholesterol byproduct called 27-hydroxycholesterol. Each drug was taken for 2 months, …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:36 UTC
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AI eye scan could diagnose brain diseases in seconds
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers tested an artificial intelligence program that analyzes retinal images to diagnose several nerve and brain conditions, such as optic neuropathy and brain tumors. The study used data from 693 patients with confirmed diagnoses. The goal is to create a fast triage tool f…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:30 UTC
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New muscle relaxant drug MTR-601 tested in humans for first time
Symptom relief CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new oral drug called MTR-601 in 89 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. The drug aims to reduce muscle stiffness and spasms, which could help people with conditions like cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or stroke. S…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Motric Bio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Sound waves aim to calm spastic muscles in spinal injury patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) can safely reduce spasticity—muscle stiffness and spasms—in people with chronic spinal cord injury. Five participants received ESWT or a sham treatment, and researchers measure…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kessler Foundation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Carbon braces may help kids with nerve conditions walk better
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested prefabricated carbon fiber ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) in 65 children and teenagers with conditions like cerebral palsy, spina bifida, or spinal cord injuries that affect walking. Researchers measured stride length, walking speed, and user satisfaction by compari…
Sponsor: Otto Bock France SNC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Study explores how family and friends impact caregiver health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how the social networks of caregivers affect their stress and health when caring for someone with an inherited disease. Researchers surveyed over 680 participants, including family members and formal caregivers, to understand caregiving burden and s…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart homes for seniors: telemonitoring trial aims to cut hospital stays
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether home automation and remote monitoring can help elderly people (65+) with multiple chronic conditions live safely at home. Over 500 participants had their homes equipped with sensors that tracked health signs and sent alerts to doctors. The main goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Italian swallowing assessment tool validated for neurodegenerative patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to translate and validate an Italian version of a tool that helps speech therapists assess swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) in people with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's or ALS. Researchers tested the tool on 101 adults with such conditions to ens…
Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Brain scans and memory tests shed light on how the brain works after injury
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how different types of brain damage—from strokes, tumors, infections, or degenerative diseases—affect thinking and memory. Researchers used brain scans (MRI) and cognitive tests in 346 patients and healthy volunteers to map which brain areas are res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Robot suit helps stroke and spinal injury patients walk again – small study shows promise
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested a wearable robotic exoskeleton called EksoNR in 5 people with stroke, spinal cord injury, cerebellar ataxia, or spastic paraplegia. The goal was to see if using the device for gait training in an outpatient setting is safe, tolerable, and feasible. Researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Somogy Megyei Kaposi Mór Teaching Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Dads-to-be get a confidence boost from online baby care lessons
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether giving expectant fathers online training about basic newborn care helps them feel more capable and makes their pregnant partners feel more supported. Researchers enrolled 70 couples where the father was over 18, the pregnancy was in the third trimeste…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Çankırı Karatekin University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC