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Pedaling in the hospital: could early exercise reboot spinal cord recovery?

NCT ID NCT07798310

Disease control Sponsor: Centre Integre Universitaire de Sante et Services Sociaux du Nord de l'ile de Montreal Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 01, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial tests whether daily seated cycling, started within two days of spinal surgery, can improve recovery in people with a mild spinal cord injury. Researchers will compare 107 participants who cycle for 30 minutes each day during their hospital stay with a similar group who receive standard care without exercise. The goal is to see if early cycling leads to better walking, independence, and quality of life one year later, while also reducing complications and hospital stays.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Seated cycling using a motorized under-desk exerciser
What this could lead to
If early cycling helps, people with mild spinal cord injuries could regain more walking ability and independence, spend less time in the hospital, and have fewer complications like pneumonia or bedsores.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study, and the benefits are not proven. Cycling soon after surgery may not improve recovery, and some participants might find it uncomfortable or unsafe.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 107 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2031

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * adults 18 years or older with non-penetrating traumatic SCI * SCI severity AIS grade D (motor function preserved with most key muscles able to move against gravity) * NLI between C0 and L2; and spine surgery performed within 48 hours of SCI Exclusion Criteria: * intubated and mechanically ventilated * conditions interfering with patient safety or ability to undergo cycling * body mass index 40 kg/m2 or less (to prevent "frog leg" position during cycling) * moderate or severe traumatic brain injury * hemodynamic instability * pelvic or lower extremity * injury with weight-bearing or mobilization restrictions

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Conditions

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spinal cord injury

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Spinal cord injuries, incomplete

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Locations

  • Hopital du Sacre-Coeur de Montreal

    Montreal, Quebec, h4j1c5, Canada

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