Bronx Va Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Bronx Va Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Can common drugs restore hand movement after spinal injury?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether three FDA-approved drugs (cyproheptadine, carbidopa-levodopa, and atomoxetine) can boost hand function when paired with hand training exercises in people with chronic spinal cord injury. 25 participants with injuries at or above the C8 spinal segment …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bronx VA Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Simple cuff trick may boost hand function in nerve conditions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early study tested a simple technique called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) in 21 people with spinal cord injury or ALS. RIC involves briefly restricting blood flow to a limb using a blood pressure cuff, which may trigger the body's natural repair systems. The goal was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bronx VA Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC