New physical tests could help decide when to operate on spinal cord compression

NCT ID NCT06528730

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aims to create better criteria for deciding when to operate on Chinese patients with degenerative cervical myelopathy, a condition where the spinal cord is compressed. Researchers will test 100 surgical candidates using simple physical performance tests like hand grip speed and foot tapping. The goal is to improve surgical timing beyond current MRI and symptom-based methods.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to more precise surgical timing for Chinese patients with cervical myelopathy, improving outcomes.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It does not test a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cervical disk degenerative disorder disease spinal stenosis

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DEGENERATIVE CERVICAL SPINAL STENOSIS

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Locations

The Duchess of Kent Children's Hospital at Sandy Bay
RECRUITING

Hong Kong, 000, Hong Kong

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