Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (SCIMS) - Education Module

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI · Aug 16, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (SCIMS) study is looking to understand if education about the health risks related to obesity and cardiometabolic diseases can help people with spinal cord injuries (SCI) improve their health. The goal is to see if learning about these risks can help participants better manage their health after their injury.

To participate in this study, you should be between 18 and 70 years old, have a spinal cord injury classified as complete or incomplete (levels C5 and below), and have been discharged from rehabilitation within the last four months. Unfortunately, if you are pregnant, have serious cognitive issues that might affect your ability to give consent, have severe pressure injuries, or are currently incarcerated, you won't be eligible to join. If you decide to participate, you can expect to receive important information that could help you understand and manage your health risks better.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Men and Women with SCI/D aged 18-70 years.
• • 2. Neurologically complete and incomplete American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment scale (AIS) A-D spinal cord levels C5 and below.
• • 3. Enrolled no later than 4 months following discharge from initial rehabilitation from SCI.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Pregnancy determined by urine testing in sexually active females.
• • 2. Cognitive impairment that compromises the legitimacy of consent.
• • 3. Grade 3-4 pressure injury at the time of study entry.
• • 4. Prisoners