Cortex Changes in Real/Imagined Movements in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (NCT00809224) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Cortex Changes in Real/Imagined Movements in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
United States92 participantsStarted 2008-05
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to track areas of the brain, via functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), that retain structural and functional integrity throughout the lifespan of people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
Participants with and without ALS must:
* be between 18 and 70 years of age
* not be claustrophobic
* not have metal particles in their eyes
* not have metal implants (joints, inner ear, pacemaker, etc.) or foreign metal in their body
* not have a history of neurological or psychiatric disorder
* not have a history of alcohol or drug abuse
* be able to lie on their back for 90 minutes
* not be dependent on artificial ventilation
* not be on PiPap, or must be capable of being off it for greater than 6 hours
* healthy controls must be over the age of 40
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.