Shirley Ryan Abilitylab
Clinical trials sponsored by Shirley Ryan Abilitylab, explained in plain language.
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Could a cancer drug and spinal zaps help kids with CP walk better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a combination of non-invasive spinal stimulation and a drug called 5-Azacitidine can improve walking and movement in children with cerebral palsy. 80 children aged 4-17 will undergo a 16-week training program with weekly stimulation sessions. Some pa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 02:05 UTC
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Smart brace and cancer drug team up to help kids with CP walk better
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a 'smart' ankle brace, used at home for 6 weeks, can improve walking and community mobility for children with cerebral palsy. Some participants may also receive an injection of a drug called 5-Azacitidine, which is approved for cancer but may help mu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Can a loud sound help people walk again? new spinal cord injury study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new therapy to help people with chronic spinal cord injury walk better. Researchers will combine a brief, loud sound with electrical leg stimulation and walking training to try and activate hidden nerve pathways. The goal is to see if this combination impr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:09 UTC