Latest ICORD Research Studies:
Sex differences in cardiac function in individuals high-level SCI
Study Type: Currently recruiting
Drs. Chris West and Alexandra Williams are investigating whether there are differences between the male and female heart in individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) between the C4 and T6 levels, in comparison to any sex-related differences that exist in Read More…
Patterns of respiration: paced and sleep breathing dynamics in SCI
Study Type: Currently recruiting
ICORD researcher Dr. Claydon and her research team at SFU are interested in studying how spinal cord injury (SCI) may impact the relationship between breathing and cardiovascular function, and to characterise the interactions between breathing-related cardiovascular regulation and obstructive sleep Read More…
Ultrasound evaluation of muscle health following cervical spinal cord injury
Study Type: Currently recruiting
The objective of this study is to investigate sublesional muscle health in SCI patients with subacute cervical SCI. We are comparing several ultrasound measures between patients and healthy controls. Participants will be asked to relax in a comfortable sitting position. Read More…
Pain sensitivity and brain chemistry in participants without chronic pain
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
Are you interested in getting your brain scanned? Researchers in Dr. John Kramer’s lab are recruiting participants (ages 19-45) not diagnosed with chronic pain, spinal cord injury, or other major health conditions for an Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)/Magnetic resonance spectroscopy Read More…
Using Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) on the Pelvic Floor Muscles
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
This study looks at a device that uses light to determine the fitness of muscles in the body, specifically the researchers want to look at the pelvic floor muscles that help with bladder control. This study will measure the difference Read More…
Using Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) on the Bladder
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
This study is looking at a device that uses light to determine how the bladder muscle uses oxygen, specifically the researchers want to look at the relationship between bladder pressure that is recorded during bladder function studies (urodynamics) and the Read More…
Cycling Infrastructure Project
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
Researchers in Dr. Ben Mortenson’s lab are interested in the transportation and cycle lane experiences of cyclists or wheeled mobility device users (e.g. users of manual or power wheelchairs, wheeled mobility scooters). Cycling is gaining prominence as a sustainable method Read More…
FashionABLE: Adaptive fashion guide for the people, by the people with SCI
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
Researchers in Dr. Krassioukov’s lab are inviting people with SCI and health care professionals involved in the care of individuals with SCI to share their current perspectives and practices related to adaptive clothing. Our study includes a 30-minute web-based survey Read More…
The Joy Active Study
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
The Joy-Active Project focusses on promoting and implementing physical activity guidelines for adults with disabilities. The study purposes are to look at participation within a community-based exercise program for adults with disabilities and to better understand the experiences and perceptions Read More…
Effects of a new method of exercise (LI-BFR) on skeletal muscle development in people with SCI
Study Type: Completed / Not recruiting
This study aims to determine if a new method for exercising forearm muscle that involves several rounds of low-intensity (LI) exercise while applying blood flow restriction (BFR) using a tourniquet over the arm, is a more effective methodology for increasing Read More…
