Research Studies
Miami Project Research Studies
The Miami Project is the world’s most comprehensive spinal cord injury research center, housed in the Lois Pope LIFE Center, a Center of Excellence at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The Miami Project’s international team of more than 200 scientists, researchers and clinicians take innovative approaches to the challenge of spinal cord injury. Studies include those relating to activity and nutrition, pain, fertility, spasticity, rehabilitation, urinary.
View a complete listing of current Miami Project studies.
If you would like to be considered for any of Miami Project studies, please see Becoming a Research Participant. If you feel you fit the criteria for a particular study and require further information, call the Miami Project Education Office at (305) 243-7108.
Other Research Studies
Kids STEP Study at UF and Brooks Rehabilitation
This study investigates the recovery of walking in children with incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI). The study is directed by Dr. Andrea Behrman, PhD, PT, a physical therapist and researcher at the University of Florida. This investigation is funded by the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, an organization dedicated to spinal cord injury research and recovery. Contact: Emily Fox, ejfox@phhp.ufl.edu - (352) 273-5278 - http://locomotor.phhp.ufl.edu/KidsSTEPStudy
Biomechanics of Wheelchair Transfers
This is a laboratory-based study to evaluate the risk of shoulder injury associated with transfers between wheelchair and vehicle in persons with spinal cord injury. Four new devices will be compared against an unassisted transfer. Candidates must live within 100 miles of James A. Haley Va Hospital in Tampa. Contact Ronald L Olney, PhD at ronald.olney@va.gov or (813) 558-3968.
Reducing the Frequency of Urinary Incontinent Episodes in Spinal Cord Injury
The Dignity Study is taking place in Sarasota and in cities worldwide. Qualified participants are men and women with a SCI who experience frequent incontinent episodes due to overactive bladder, may be using self-catheterization to control their bladder, and are looking for alternative treatment options. Investigational study medication, medical exams, and lab tests will be provided at no charge. Contact Dr. Thomas William's office in Sarasota at (941) 309-7000 ext. 7116 or visit www.DignityStudy.com to learn more and find additional participating physicians.
Surveys
Health and Wellness Survey: Living with SCI
Help identify important health and wellness issues that are significant to persons with spinal cord injury. This valuable information will be gathered to help the Health and Wellness Project at Mount Sinai Department of Rehabilitation determine which issues will be addressed in educational webcast presentations. This project is funded by the Craig T. Neilsen Foundation in collaboration with NSCIA and its affiliate chapters. Go to the survey.
Personal Assistant Services Survey
The Center on Disability the Public Health Institute along with the Center for Personal Assistance Services at UC San Francisco is conducting a research study to determine promising practices in preparing for emergencies among individuals with disabilities who use personal assistance services (PAS).
If you use PAS and have been through an emergency or disaster, we would like to hear about your experiences. Please go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZTXYZ69 to describe your experiences. If you complete the questions, which should take approximately ten – fifteen minutes, you will be entered into a drawing for which 5 individuals will each win a $50 gift card. If you have questions, please contact Lewis Kraus, Project Director at deputy@adapacific.org. If you need help completing the survey call (510) 285-5600.