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Treatment of Persistent Post-concussive Symptoms With Psilocybin Assisted Therapy

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY · Sep 23, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 22, 2024

Not yet recruiting

Keywords

Psychotherapy Psilocybin Concussion Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Acceptance And Commitment Therapy

ClinConnect Summary

The overall objective of this study is to evaluate the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of psilocybin assisted therapy administered with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) modified to the needs of people with acquired injury (BrainACT) as an intervention to reduce symptom burden in patients with persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS).

This trail will test the following 2 aims:

AIM 1 : To test the safety and feasibility of an active/high dose (25mg) psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy to an active control (1mg) for adults with PPCS. Safety will be determined through the reporting o...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
  • Individuals of all sexes, gender identities, and ethnicities
  • Ages 18 to 65 years at the time of screening
  • Diagnosis of concussion based on the 2024 ACRM criteria
  • Meet ICD-10 criteria for PPCS for at least 3-months to a maximum of 5 years
  • Have an overall RPQ score ≥ 13 with 3 or more symptoms scored ≥3
  • Limited lifetime use of serotonergic hallucinogens
  • Ability to read/write English
  • An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
  • Severe or moderate substance use disorder other than nicotine in past 6 months
  • Lifetime diagnosis of schizophrenia or bipolar disorders (or first or second-degree relative)
  • Active suicidal ideation or serious attempt within the past 1 year.
  • Current pregnancy or nursing, trying to become pregnant
  • Any notable abnormality on ECG or routine medical blood laboratory test
  • Insulin-dependent diabetes; if taking oral hypoglycemic agent, then no history of hypoglycemia
  • Epilepsy with a history of seizures
  • Current or recent (within 12 weeks) participation in a clinical trial
  • Cognitive impairment (SLUMS score \<20)
  • Suffered a moderate/severe TBI at least once in lifetime
  • Any other circumstances that, in the opinion of the investigators, compromises participant safety
  • Not actively in litigation related to their mTBI or other injury

Trial Officials

Chantel T Debert, MD MSc FRCPC

Principal Investigator

University of Calgary

About University Of Calgary

The University of Calgary is a leading research institution dedicated to advancing health and science through innovative clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration, the university's clinical research initiatives aim to address pressing health challenges and improve patient outcomes. The institution fosters a robust environment for academic inquiry, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse network of experts in various fields. Committed to ethical research practices and community engagement, the University of Calgary strives to translate scientific discoveries into tangible benefits for society.

Locations

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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