The goal of this research is to combine non-invasive brain and sensory nerve stimulation to investigate their influence on hand function. Many adults with hemiplegic CP no longer actively receive therapies but have further hand goals they want to achieve. The information we learn from this study may help us learn how to design future interventions to help…
Genes and Environment in MS (GEMS) is a longitudinal cohort study investigating how genetics and environment can lead to the onset of Multiple Sclerosis. We are recruiting first-degree relatives (siblings, parents, and children) of people who have been diagnosed with MS. This study involves the collection of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain,…
MS Genetics aims to better understand the genetic component of demyelinating diseases by doing genetic testing on blood samples of participants. This study involves a one-time blood draw and completion of questionnaires spread out over a couple of years in hopes to better understand the genes that makes one predisposed to Multiple Sclerosis and various…
Standing postural control, or the ability to maintain an upright posture, is needed for most daily activities. People with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) may find it challenging to maintain postural control and therefore, have difficulty moving between positions, such as lying down or sitting up, or reaching for objects that are beyond an arm's distance…
The Snapshot study aims to understand brain and spinal cord aging in healthy individuals and individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). We aim to identify new tools that will help us to achieve successful brain aging in the general population and in people with an underlying autoimmune disease. A critical aspect of this study is that we are looking for…
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the differences between immune profiles of individuals remaining on Ocrelizumab/Rituximab versus those transitioning to diroximel fumarate at two years. Baseline visits for subjects transitioning to diroximel fumarate (DRF) will take place 6 months after last Ocrelizumab (OCR) or Rituximab (RTX) dose, prior to…
The TARGET-HBV study engages an observational research design to conduct a comprehensive review of therapeutic outcomes for patients with chronic hepatitis B (HBV) who are currently taking tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) relative to those patients following other treatment regimens. The study will address important clinical questions regarding the management of…
We are looking for adults with diverse cultural backgrounds who are formal caregivers of older adults with functional or mobility limitations. We are conducting a research study to investigate how participating in an online discussion forum called a Community of Practice (CoP) helps increase caregiver competence for caregivers of diverse cultural…
This program aims to help improve adult caregivers of stroke survivors ability to care for their stroke survivors with their daily needs. Each session will cover different topics which are important for caregivers to understand in order to best engage in their new role. Topics will include, but are not limited to: bathing, toileting, dressing, transfers,…
We are currently recruiting individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), first-degree family members of persons with MS, and healthy individuals to take part in our research on the effects of probiotics. Our goal is to better understand how the health of the gut microbiome influences the immune system.
This study will be used to evaluate the immunologic effects of Prebiotics (soluble fiber required by beneficial bacteria), in comparison to Probiotics (beneficial bacteria), in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS).
The purpose of this study is to: 1. Determine if a tele-rehabilitation home exercise program is helpful in promoting adherence to an exercise program in adults with CP and 2. to determine if a tele-health exercise program improves fitness and functional mobility in adults with CP. This study involves participation in a 10-week remote (Zoom) program to…
ASPIRE is a clinical trial to investigate aspirin as a treatment to improve exercise performance in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who experience overheating during exercise. Persons with multiple sclerosis benefit from exercise, but many avoid it because of exhaustion and overheating. This randomized controlled trial (RCT) tests aspirin as a method to…
Ambulatory youth with cerebral palsy (CP) aged 8-16 years old are invited to participate in a virtual reality (VR) game play session to learn about youth motivation and satisfaction with VR to promote fitness and mobility. The session will be approximately 2 hours and will be conducted in the Programs in Physical Therapy (PT) PACE Lab @ 617 W. 168th St.,…
We are looking for adults with cerebral palsy who are 18 and over for ultrasound study of nerves at the wrist. We are assessing the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in adults with cerebral palsy. The study will involve a survey to describe their medical history, procedures (especially of the arms), use of adaptive equipment (such as walkers, wheelchairs…
The purpose of this study is to see if study drug Sofosbuvir/Ledipasvir fixed-dose combination + Ribavirin (SOF/LDV FDC + RBV) are effective in treating people infected with the hepatitis C virus with genotypes 1 and 4, who have advanced liver disease with permanent liver damage (cirrhosis) and may be showing signs of liver failure or who have undergone…
This study will compare two experimental drugs, named Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir/GS-9857 Fixed-Dose Combination (SOF/VEL/GS-9857 FDC) and Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (SOF/VEL FDC) for 12 weeks for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in subjects who have previously been unsuccessfully treated for chronic HCV.. An experimental drug is one that…
NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE HIV AND HAVE EVER HAD HEPATITIS C TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS STUDY!! ............... For individuals who have both HIV and Hepatitis C virus (HCV), heavy drinking poses serious risks to their health. We do not yet know which interventions are effective at helping individuals with HIV and HCV drink less. The goal of the study is to compare…
This study will compare two experimental drugs, named Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir/GS-9857 Fixed-Dose Combination (SOF/VEL/GS-9857 FDC) and Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (SOF/VEL) FDC for the treatment ofchronic genotype 3 hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in patients who have cirrhosis, or scarring of the liver. The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy,…
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of study drugs Sofosbuvir, Velpatasvir and GS-9857 in comparison to Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir in patients infected with HCV. Information about any side effects that may occur will also be collected.
The purpose of this study is to see if ocrelizumab (study drug) will stabilize, or potentiallyimprove the signs and symptoms of your MS. Ocrelizumab is a type of drug called amonoclonal antibody. Monoclonal antibodies act like your bodys immune system andattach to certain cells in order to attack germs and other illnesses in your body.Ocrelizumab attaches…
This study will compare the effectiveness of three different FDA approved medicines for Hepatitis C Genotype 1 patients: HARVONI , Viekira Pak and Zepatier and will observe subject experiences before, during, and after HCV treatment. Subjects will be asked to respond to several survey questionnaires and if they would allow their leftover blood collected for…
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of SOF/VEL/GS- 9857 FDC in patients infected with Hepatitis C (HCV), and previously treated unsuccessfully. Information about any side effects that may occur will also be collected.
This research trial is being conducted to determine the safety and efficacy of HARVONI (an FDA-approved Hepatitis C Virus medication) in HCV (genotype 1, 4, 5, an 6) infected patients who also have advanced heart failure or chronic lung disease. HARVONI has not been tested in patients with HCV and heart failure or chronic lunch disease. Subjects will take…
Abnormal muscle tightness -known as spasticity- in the leg can happen when a child has cerebral palsy. If your child has spasticity, they may find it difficult to straighten their leg and experience stiffness. The goal of this study is to collect information from participants about the safety and effectiveness of using BOTOX to treat arm and hand spasticity…
The purpose of this study is to learn more about the effects of the combination of telaprevir peginterferon alfa2b (Peg-IFN) and ribavirin (RBV) in children with chronic hepatitis C. Investigators will look at how these study drugs may affect childrens bodies and how children break down and eliminate telaprevir. Participants of this study will receive Peg-…
Abnormal muscle tightness -known as spasticity- in the arm and hand can happen when a child has cerebral palsy. If your child has spasticity, they may find it difficult to straighten their hand and/or arm and experience stiffness. The goal of this study is to collect information from participants about the safety and effectiveness of using BOTOX to treat…
The purpose of this study is to determine how safe and effective using three medications (pegylated-interferon, ribavirin and boceprevir) are in curing HCV in patients with end stage kidney disease on hemodialysis. Participants will be prescribed these three medications and will be followed closely through treatment, then for 6 months afterwards. During…