Scientists create first detailed map of spinal cord tracts in healthy volunteers
NCT ID NCT05079945
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study aims to create a detailed atlas of the spinal cord's nerve tracts using advanced MRI scans in 49 healthy adults. By combining brain and spinal cord imaging, researchers hope to better distinguish sensory and motor pathways. The goal is to improve diagnosis and surgical planning for spinal cord conditions.
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 provide a detailed map of spinal cord tracts, helping doctors better diagnose and plan surgeries for spinal cord injuries or diseases.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early feasibility study with only 49 healthy volunteers, so results may not apply to people with spinal cord conditions. The technique may not work reliably in all cases.
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Locations
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Dauleac Corentin
Bron, 69500, France
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