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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Nerve block may cut painkiller use in kids' spine surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nerve block called erector spinae plane block (ESPB) can reduce pain and the amount of anesthesia needed during and after tethered cord surgery in children. The trial involved 73 children aged 18 and under. The goal was to see if the block lowers pain …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Spinal fluid inflammation may explain tethered cord damage in kids
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined spinal fluid from 32 children with tethered spinal cord to see if inflammation plays a role in the condition. Researchers collected fluid samples during surgery and looked for markers of inflammation. The goal was to better understand how the spinal cord gets …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC