Tethered spinal cord syndrome
MONDO:0006995A progressive neurological disorder characterized by the limitation of movement of the spinal cord within the spine. It is caused by the presence of congenital or acquired tissue attachments in the spinal cord. Signs and symptoms include low back pain, scoliosis, weakness in the legs, and incontinence.
Also known as: spinal cord syndrome, tethered cord
8 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a simple exercise combo protect hearts in spinal cord injury?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether combining electrical stimulation cycling with blood flow restriction cuffs is safe and doable for people with chronic spinal cord injury. Six adults will try the 20-minute exercise sessions over 6 weeks. The goal is to see if this approach can be us…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dr. B. Catharine. Craven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Spinal cord snip: could a simple surgery ease hidden tethered cord symptoms?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether cutting a fibrous strand at the end of the spinal cord (filum terminale) can relieve symptoms of occult tethered cord syndrome better than medical management alone. Twenty people aged 2 to 80 who have not improved with standard care will be ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Tiny muscle may hold key to better ankle surgery for kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study examines the role of the plantaris, a small calf muscle, in children having surgery for tight ankles (equinus). Researchers will randomly change the order of tendon cuts during surgery to measure how much each contributes to ankle movement. The goal is to understand if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC