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Leg muscle tone may signal hidden bladder trouble in spinal cord injury

NCT ID NCT07695662

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Shengjing Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether increased muscle tone in the legs can predict neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO)—a condition where the bladder contracts involuntarily—in adults with upper sacral spinal cord injury. Researchers will compare medical records of 300 patients with and without leg muscle tightness to see if muscle tone independently predicts NDO. The study is observational and retrospective, meaning it only reviews existing data from routine care, without any new tests or treatments.

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What this could lead to
If leg muscle tone proves to be a reliable predictor, it could help doctors identify bladder problems earlier in people with spinal cord injury, potentially improving care.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective observational study, so it can show associations but not cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Participants

About 300 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

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Expected to finish

Jun 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

This study looks at adults aged 18 to 80 with suprasacral Spinal Cord Injury who stayed at the Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University from January 2020 to January 2025. All participants have full medical records, including neurological exams, Modified Ashworth Scale checks, and urodynamic test results. Anyone missing key data or with assessments spaced out by more than two weeks was left out.

Ages

16 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of spinal cord injury confirmed by CT or MRI imaging Suprasacral spinal cord injury according to the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI, 2011 revision) Age between 18 and 80 years Complete medical records, including detailed neurological examination, Modified Ashworth Scale assessment, and urodynamic study report Exclusion Criteria: Critical missing information in medical records or urodynamic reports Interval between Modified Ashworth Scale assessment and urodynamic study exceeding 2 weeks

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Conditions

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spinal cord injury

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Spinal cord injuries (SCI)

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