Spine device study ends early with only 4 patients

NCT ID NCT05489822

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at the VERTICALE Cervical System, a device used to stabilize the spine during surgery. Researchers planned to track neck disability in patients with conditions like degenerative disc disease or trauma. Only 4 patients were enrolled before the study was terminated, so the findings are very limited.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
VERTICALE Cervical System (a medical device for spine stabilization)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could confirm that the VERTICALE device improves neck function and pain after surgery, supporting its continued use.
What could go wrong
This was a very small study (only 4 patients) and was terminated early, so results may not be reliable or apply to others.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for DEFORMITY are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System - UI Health

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.