When to start walking rehab after spinal injury? new study seeks answer.

NCT ID NCT06176833

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Milap Sandhu Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at whether starting body-weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT) at different times within the first 6 months after a spinal cord injury affects walking ability. 108 participants will be randomly assigned to start therapy within 60 days, 3 months, 6 months, or receive no extra therapy. The goal is to find the best time window for rehabilitation.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: body weight supported treadmill training (BWSTT)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help determine the best time to start walking therapy after spinal cord injury, potentially improving recovery for many patients.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with only 108 participants. It may not find a clear difference between early and late training, and results may not apply to all injury types.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SPINAL CORD INJURIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehabilitation
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Fort Worth, Texas, 76132, United States
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
RECRUITING

Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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