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Deciphering Preserved Autonomic Function After Spinal Cord Injury
NCT04493372 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
This study looks to characterize gradients of dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system after spinal cord injury. The autonomic nervous system plays key roles in regulation of blood pressure, skin blood flow, and bladder health- all issues that individuals with spinal cord injury typically suffer. Focusing on blood pressure regulation, the most precise metric with broad clinical applicability, the investigators will perform laboratory-based tests to probe the body's ability to generate autonomic responses. For both individuals with spinal cord injury and uninjured controls, laboratory-based experiments will utilize multiple parallel recordings to identify how the autonomic nervous system is able to inhibit and activate signals. The investigators anticipate that those with autonomic dysfunction after spinal cord injury will exhibit abnormalities in these precise metrics. The investigators will further have research participants wear a smart watch that tracks skin electrical conductance, heart rate, and skin temperature, which can all provide clues as to the degree of autonomic dysfunction someone may suffer at home. The investigators will look to see if any substantial connections exist between different degrees of preserved autonomic function and secondary autonomic complications from spinal cord injury. In accomplishing this, the investigators hope to give scientists important insights to how the autonomic nervous system works after spinal cord injury and give physicians better tools to manage these secondary autonomic complications.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Tests of sympathetic inhibition
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Tests of sympathetic activation
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST Testing of autonomic dysreflexia
Study Locations (1)
Minnesota
- Mayo Clinic — Rochester
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 69 participants |
| Start Date | 2020-11-13 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-03-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04493372
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04493372 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 69 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Mayo Clinic, which has 3,246 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 4 conditions, with Spinal Cord Injuries appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Tests of sympathetic inhibition is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT04493372 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Minnesota. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04493372 about?
NCT04493372 is a clinical study titled "Deciphering Preserved Autonomic Function After Spinal Cord Injury". This study looks to characterize gradients of dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system after spinal cord injury. The autonomic nervous system plays key roles in regulation of blood pressure, skin blood flow, and bladder health- all issues that individuals with spinal cord injury typically suffer....
What is the current status of trial NCT04493372?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 69 participants. The study started on 2020-11-13. Estimated completion is 2026-03-31.
What conditions does trial NCT04493372 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Spinal Cord Injuries, Orthostatic Hypotension, Autonomic Dysreflexia, Autonomic Imbalance. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04493372?
The interventions under investigation include: Tests of sympathetic inhibition (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST), Tests of sympathetic activation (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST), Testing of autonomic dysreflexia (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04493372?
This trial is sponsored by Mayo Clinic, which has 3,246 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT04493372 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Minnesota. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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