Clinical Research Directory

Shortwave Diathermy In-home Treatment for Indianapolis VA-only Patients Diagnosed With Peripheral Artery Disease and Peripheral Neuropathy

This research project is designed to see if treatment with the Replexa+ shortwave diathermy device daily for 3 months will improve blood flow in the lower legs and feet of patients diagnosed with peripheral artery disease and peripheral neuropathy.

Generative AI Impact on Rheumatoid Arthritis Complications Diagnosis

Generative AI (GenAI) based on large language models (LLMs) is expected to improve the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases. We are studying how GenAI may affect the diagnosis of various complications of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In a retrospective study using RA patients' EHR records, we will quantify physician adoption of GenAI predictions for RA complications and co-existing diseases. In a prospective observational study, we will assess the feasibility of using GenAI predictions as additional clinical information to help physicians make more complete diagnoses of RA complications and co-existing diseases, including complex, uncommon, or rare conditions.

Acupuncture and Exercise for EV-Pembro-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

The goal of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a combined acupuncture and exercise intervention for the management of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) in participants with bladder cancer receiving enfortumab vedotin (EV) and pembrolizumab (Pembro). The names of the two study groups in this research study are: * Acupuncture + Virtual Exercise (AVE) * Virtual Exercise Only (VE)

Reliability of Force Measurement Within the Carbon Fiber Orthosis Proximal Cuff

The primary purpose of this research study is to determine if forces within carbon fiber custom dynamic orthoses (CDOs) can be reliability assessed using Loadpad and Loadsol force measuring sensors (Novel GMBH, St. Paul, MN). An improved understanding of the forces acting within orthoses may help to guide future orthosis related research studies, provision methods, and patient education. Study participants will consist of three groups; 1) healthy, able-bodied adult participants using generic sized CDOs, which consist of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior carbon fiber strut that runs the length of the leg and bends to store and return energy, and a semi-rigid footplate that acts as a lever arm to bend the posterior strut, 2) individuals without peripheral neuropathy who use AFO(s) regularly, and 3) individuals with peripheral neuropathy who use AFO(s) regularly. . Group 1 participants will be asked to fasten the proximal cuff to a self-selected cuff tightness 'SSCT', as well as three different predefined force levels; 'Loose' where the proximal cuff is loosely fastened around the participants leg, 'Moderate' where the proximal cuff is fastened with moderate tightness, and 'Tight' where the proximal cuff is tightly fastened around the participants leg. Testing in the predetermined force levels (Loose, Moderate, Tight) will occur in a randomized order. Group 2 and Group 3 participants will be asked to fasten their AFO(s) to a self-selected 'SSCT' tightness. For all groups, forces acting on the leg, within the proximal cuff, will be measured using wireless Loadpad sensors and forces acting on the foot will be measured using wireless Loadsol insoles. Testing will include collection of force data as participants sit quietly, stand quietly, and walk and completion of questionnaires.

Safety of Cultured Allogeneic Adult Umbilical Cordor Placental Derived Stem Cells Exosomes for Trigeminal Neuralgia

This trial will study the safety and efficacy of instillation of cultured allogeneic adult umbilical cord or placental derived mesenchymal stem cell exosomes for the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia.

Diode Laser as a Biomarker for Neuropathic Pain of Peripheral Origin.

The R61 will perform a four-part double-blind randomized crossover study transitioning from a pretreatment baseline phase, to randomized treatment with either lidocaine or an identical placebo patch, washout, and alternate arm. DLss measures will be obtained before and after each phase. Twice daily report of pain using a visual analogue scale will track severity of ongoing spontaneous pain in participants. The hybrid biomarker will distinguish between placebo and active treatment arms, will significantly correlate with extent of neuropathic pain reduction during lidocaine, but will not change during the placebo phase or no-treatment lead-in. If preset Go/No-Go criteria are met, the subsequent R33 validation will then compare lidocaine patch and placebo treatment in a blinded, randomized parallel arm study.

A Mixed-Methods Exploratory Pilot Study of the Investigational MYNERVA Leia Sensory Prosthesis in U.S. Adults With Peripheral Neuropathy

This is a US-specific pilot study to evaluate the short- and long-term effects of the investigational MYNERVA Leia Sensory Prosthesis on gait, neuropathic symptoms and quality of life in US adults with peripheral neuropathy, and to capture insights on the device's usability and perceived clinical effects.

Massage Therapy in Reducing Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients With Gastrointestinal or Breast Malignancies

This clinical trial studies massage therapy in reducing chemotherapy-induced nerve problems (peripheral neuropathy) that may cause pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body in patients with gastrointestinal or breast malignancies. Massage therapy may help reduce chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy symptoms and improve quality of life.

Investigational Use of Neuromuscular Ultrasound

Background: Current techniques used to measure the health and function of a person s nerves and muscles are generally effective, but they do have limits. Researchers are looking for ways to improve the ability to observe nerves and muscles and how they function in this natural history protocol. Objective: To study the use of ultrasound (sound waves) to learn more about nerves and muscles. Eligibility: Healthy adults, aged 18 and older, with no history of stroke, nerve or muscular disorders, or spine surgery are also needed. A smaller population of adults aged 18 and older who have a neuromuscular disorder or show symptoms of nerve or muscle disorder will also be evaluated. Design: Participants will be screened with a medical record review. Participants will have up to 5 outpatient clinic visits. Most participants will have 1 or 2 visits. Visits will last for less than 3-4 hours each. During each visit, participants will give a brief medical history and have a physical exam. Participants will have ultrasounds to get pictures and measurements of their nerves and muscles. Gel will be applied to their skin. A probe will be placed on the skin surface. Sound waves sent through the probe will be used to create pictures. Participants may have nerve conduction studies. Wires will be taped to the skin surface near a muscle or nerve in the arm or leg. The nerve will be stimulated with a small electric current that feels like a rubber band flick. The response will be recorded through the wires.

Arm Motor Control on Bi and Uni ADLs

This study is being performed to assess how certain chronic disabilities - stroke, upper extremity (UE) amputation, spinal cord injuries (SCI), cerebral palsy (CP) - differ from healthy subjects in their ability to perform ADLs. By studying the kinematics of the respective cohort of study participants as they are assessed performing common activities of daily living (ADLS), the investigators research team aims to better understand how impaired neural pathways, and pathways that have been impaired at various points along the pathway, deleteriously affect ADLs in patients with differing long-term disabilities.

The Effect of Cold Therapy on Peripheral Neuropathy

This study examines the feasibility, acceptability, and efficacy of cold therapy on vincristine-induced peripheral neuropathy (VIPN) in pediatric patients with cancer. Vincristine (VCR) is one of the most used vinca alkaloid chemotherapy in pediatric oncology patients. It leads to symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, numbness in the hands and feet, tingling, muscle/joint pain, burning sensation, decreased peripheral reflexes, and constipation. These symptoms negatively affect the daily life and quality of life of children. Therefore, it is essential to managing peripheral neuropathy. We aim to decrease the level of VIPN and pain and improve patients' quality of life. Unfortunately, the neurotoxicity mechanisms of vinca alkaloids are not well known, which is one of the significant limitations in developing effective treatments to prevent VIPN among pediatric oncology patients. We were unable to locate a randomized controlled trial that has evaluated the effectiveness, tolerability, and acceptability of cold therapy on VIPN for pediatric oncology patients. Our study findings will be the first in Turkish national and international literature, and we believe that our results will provide evidence for clinical nursing practice.

Desloratadine to Prevent Taxane-induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients With Breast Cancer

This is a double-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial that aims to study if desloratadine can reduce rates of peripheral neuropathy development in patients with breast cancer receiving taxane chemotherapy. Researchers will compare desloratadine to a placebo (look-alike substance with no drug) and use validated neurotoxicity and quality of life questionnaires to determine if desloratadine can be used to prevent or make taxane induced peripheral neuropathy (TPIN) symptoms better.

Effects of Neurofeedback on Neural Function, Neuromodulation, and Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathic Pain

The goal of this study is to learn if using a non-invasive therapy called "neurofeedback training" can help teach patients ways to modify their own brain waves to decrease the perception of pain and improve quality of life.

NT-3 Levels and Function in Individuals With CMT

This study will assess the serum NT-3 levels in individuals with the diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy or any type of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Neuropathy (CMT) and correlate this with function.

Randomized, Sham-Controlled Investigation of the Leia Sensory Prosthesis in Individuals With Peripheral Neuropathy

This study will evaluate a wearable device intended to support balance and gait in adults with peripheral neuropathy. Participants will use the device for a defined period, and outcomes related to safety, usability, and functional performance will be assessed.

WIREDUP: Wearable Insoles for Recurrent Diabetic Ulcer Prevention

The primary aim of this study is to demonstrate the impact of the Orpyx® Sensory Insoles (Orpyx Medical Technologies Inc., Calgary AB, Canada) ("Orpyx" or "the Company") as an adjunct to the standard of care (SOC), as compared to SOC alone, on reducing plantar ulceration incidence in individuals who are at risk for developing diabetic foot complications. The secondary aims of this study are to evaluate participant quality of life, participant engagement, and economic impact, including cost-effectiveness and cost-utility. The study will also use the unique data set collected (plantar pressure, temperature, step count, movement and adherence feedback) to identify foot-loading histories that either lead to or prevent the development of ulceration in the diabetic foot.

Wearable Insoles for Recurrent Diabetic Ulcer Prevention

The primary objective of the study is to demonstrate the clinical advantages of using the Orpyx SI Sensory Insole (SI) system as an adjunct to standard of care in reducing plantar ulceration in high-risk individuals. The investigators aim to understand participant quality of life, the economic impact and cost-effectiveness of the Orpyx SI insole system, and to evaluate participant engagement and compliance.

Innovative Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Painful Peripheral Neuropathy in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer: A Two Arm Pilot Study

To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Scrambler therapy (ST) for chemotherapy-induced painful peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), and the impact of ST on physical functioning and quality of life (QoL) in adolescents and young adults (AYA) cancer patients. In this proposed study, we will conduct a two-arm prospective, randomized wait-list controlled clinical trial to investigate the effectiveness of ST on pain and CIPN in AYAs with cancer.

A Prospective Natural History and Outcome Measure Discovery Study of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Type 4J

This is a multicenter, longitudinal, prospective observational natural history study of subjects with a molecularly confirmed diagnosis of CMT4J. The study will enroll 20 subjects of any age into a uniform protocol for follow-up and evaluations. Subject visits will occur every 12 months + 4 weeks for up to 2 years.

Sacituzumab Tirumotecan vs MMAE-ADCs in Advanced Urothelial Carcinoma (FUSCC-SPARE-UC-01)

The main goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new targeted cancer drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT) works to treat cancer while causing less nerve damage in patients with advanced urothelial carcinoma who have progressed on or could not tolerate previous treatment such as enfortumab vedotin plus pembrolizumab (EVP) or disitamab vedotin plus toripalimab (DVT). The main question it aims to answer is: Does sac-TMT lower the risk of getting severe nerve damage, as measured together by doctors, machines, and the participants? Researchers will compare sac-TMT to alternative MMAE-based ADC drugs (switching to a different MMAE-based ADC after the first one stopped working) to see if sac-TMT causes less nerve damage while still effectively treating the cancer. A small group of participants who had to stop their previous MMAE-based ADC treatment because of nerve damage will also receive sac-TMT to learn if the drug is safe for their nerves. Participants will: 1. Receive either sac-TMT or another MMAE-based ADC drug 2. Have regular physical exams by a doctor to check their nerves 3. Have machine tests to measure how well their nerves work 4. Answer survey questions about their pain, numbness, and daily activities

Electroacupuncture for Preventing Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients With Early-stage Cancer

This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to clarify the clinical efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture combined with thumbtack needle for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy(CIPN), and to provide high-level evidence-based medicine for the prevention of CIPN in patients with early stage cancer. At the same time, the effects of electroacupuncture on the median nerve, tibial nerve, sural nerve sensory conduction velocity and sensory nerve action potential, as well as on the median nerve and tibial nerve motor conduction velocity will be analyzed.

Electroacupuncture for Preventing Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients With Advanced Cancer

This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to clarify the clinical efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture combined with thumbtack needle for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy(CIPN), and to provide high-level evidence-based medicine for the prevention of CIPN in patients with advanced cancer. At the same time, the effects of electroacupuncture on the median nerve, tibial nerve, sural nerve sensory conduction velocity and sensory nerve action potential, as well as on the median nerve and tibial nerve motor conduction velocity will be analyzed.

Teleconsultations Hypnosis Sessions for Patients With Peripheral Chronic Neuropathic Pain

The aim of this study is to assess the feasibility of hypnosis sessions performed in teleconsultations and led by a nurse, for patients with peripheral chronic neuropathic pain. Acceptability, satisfaction and effects (on pain and psychological distress) are also evaluated, comparing patients who have benefited from teleconsultations and those who did not.

Prevention of Oxaliplatin-induced Nerve Damage in the Body's Extremities

The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of supplementary polyunsaturated fatty acids on nerve damage in the body's extremitites of patients treated with oxaliplatin containing chemotherapy after surgery for colorectal cancer.