Purpose of this Study
We are doing this study to learn if an MRI scan can find changes in the spinal cord that relate to pain.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
Adults diagnosed with spinal metastases in the C1 to S5 area who:
- Plan to be treated with Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT); prior radiation therapy to the spine is allowed
- Have a pain score of at least 1 (on a scale from 1-10)
- Are not pregnant
Age Range
18-110
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
If you choose to join this study, you will have an MRI scan.
Locations
Duke University Hospital
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Compensation
No
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
Pilot Study of Quantitative MR Imaging Methods for Functional Assessment Following Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for Spinal Metastases
Principal Investigator
Trey
Mullikin
Protocol Number
PRO00103960
NCT ID
NCT04248543
Phase
Pilot
Enrollment Status
Open to Enrollment