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Lower Limb Spasticity Due to Cerebral PalsyPhase 3NCT01893411

Dose-response Study of Efficacy and Safety of Botulinum Toxin Type A to Treat Spasticity of the Leg(s) in Cerebral Palsy

A Phase 3 study testing IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight), IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight) and IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight) in people with Lower Limb Spasticity Due to Cerebral Palsy, run by Merz Pharmaceuticals GmbH at 53 sites in 14 countries.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

Official record
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Trial summary

The purpose of this study is to determine whether injections of Botulinum toxin type A into muscles of the leg(s) are effective in treating children/adolescents (age 2-17 years) with increased muscle tension/uncontrollable muscle stiffness (spasticity) due to cerebral palsy. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 2 to 17 years
What is being tested?
IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight), IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight) and IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight)
Type of treatment
Injection or infusion
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
311 participants
Where
53 sitesin 14 countries
Study dates
Jun 2013to May 2016
Phase
Phase 3
Are there results?
Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 2 to 17 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Child

Who may be able to join

  • Female or male subject of 2 to 17 years of age (inclusive).
  • Uni- or bilateral cerebral palsy with clinical need for uni- or bilateral LL injections with BoNT for the treatment of spasticity.
  • Ashworth Scale [AS] score ≥2 in plantar flexors (at least unilaterally).
  • Clinical need for a total dose of 16 U/kg BW NT 201 (maximum of 400 U) for the treatment of LL spasticity according to the clinical judgment of the investigator.

Who cannot join

  • Fixed contracture defined as severe restriction of the range of joint movement on passive stretch or predominant forms of muscle hypertonia other than spasticity (e.g., dystonia) in the target limb(s).
  • Surgery on pes equinus on side(s) intended to be treated with BoNT injections in this study within 12 months prior to Screening Visit (V1), in the screening period or planned for the time of participation in this study.
  • Hip flexion requiring BoNT injection.

Trial locations and contacts

53 sites in 14 countries.

53 sites in 14 countries

Poland7 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #048089

    Bialystok, 15-274

  • Merz Investigational Site #048063

    Gdansk, 80-389

  • Merz Investigational Site #048059

    Krakow, 30-539

  • Merz Investigational Site #048084

    Lublin, 20-828

  • Merz Investigational Site #048072

    Luboń, 62-030

  • Merz Investigational Site #048075

    Sandomierz, 27-600

  • Merz Investigational Site #048061

    Warsaw, 02-315

Other trials in Poland

Russia6 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #007014

    Kazan', 420097

  • Merz Investigational Site #007015

    Khabarovsk, 680038

  • Merz Investigational Site #007018

    Novosibirsk, 630091

  • Merz Investigational Site #007017

    Saint Petersburg, 194100

  • Merz Investigational Site #007013

    Smolensk, 214029

  • Merz Investigational Site #007019

    Stavropol, 355029

Other trials in Russia

Germany5 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #049328

    Bochum, 44791

  • Merz Investigational Site #049330

    Marburg, 35043

  • Merz Investigational Site #049327

    Munich, 80337

  • Merz Investigational Site #049329

    Münster, 48149

  • Merz Investigational Site #049326

    Vogtareuth, 83569

Other trials in Germany

France4 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #033056

    Amiens, 80054

  • Merz Investigational Site #033052

    Bron, 69677

  • Merz Investigational Site #033054

    La Tronche, 38700

  • Merz Investigational Site #033055

    Palavas-les-Flots, 34250

Other trials in France

Slovakia4 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #421003

    Banská Bystrica, 97409

  • Merz Investigational Site #421008

    Bratislava, 82108

  • Merz Investigational Site #421006

    Krompachy, 05342

  • Merz Investigational Site #421004

    Levoča, 05401

Other trials in Slovakia

South Korea4 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #082019

    Goyang, 410-773

  • Merz Investigational Site #082021

    Incheon, 400-711

  • Merz Investigational Site #082018

    Seongnam-si, 463-712

  • Merz Investigational Site #082020

    Seoul, 135-710

Other trials in South Korea

Spain4 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #034031

    Granada, 18013

  • Merz Investigational Site #034032

    Manresa, 08243

  • Merz Investigational Site #034030

    Seville, 41013

  • Merz Investigational Site #034026

    Seville, 41071

Other trials in Spain

Ukraine4 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #380001

    Dnipropetrovsk, 49027

  • Merz Investigational Site #380005

    Kharkiv, 61068

  • Merz Investigational Site #380002

    Kiev, 04209

  • Merz Investigational Site #380003

    Odesa, 65012

Other trials in Ukraine

Israel3 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #972003

    Jerusalem, 91240

  • Merz Investigational Site #972001

    Tel Aviv, 6423906

  • Merz Investigational Site #972002

    Tel Aviv, 6423906

Other trials in Israel

Romania3 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #040003

    Bucharest, 041408

  • Merz Investigational Site #040001

    Bucharest, 041914

  • Merz Investigational Site #040002

    Iași, 700309

Other trials in Romania

Turkey (Türkiye)3 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #090005

    Elâzığ, 23119

  • Merz Investigational Site #090003

    Izmir, 35100

  • Merz Investigational Site #090002

    İzmit, 41380

Other trials in Turkey (Türkiye)

Austria2 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #043037

    Graz, 8036

  • Merz Investigational Site #043036

    Vienna, 1100

Other trials in Austria

Czechia2 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #420029

    Brno, 65691

  • Merz Investigational Site #420028

    Olomouc, 77520

Other trials in Czechia

Estonia2 sites
  • Merz Investigational Site #372001

    Tallinn, 13419

  • Merz Investigational Site #372002

    Tartu, 51014

Other trials in Estonia

About this study

Official title: Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-blind, Parallel-group, Dose-response Study of Three Doses Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA, NT 201) for the Treatment of Lower Limb Spasticity in Children and Adolescents (Age 2 - 17 Years) With Cerebral Palsy

The purpose of this study is to determine whether injections of Botulinum toxin type A into muscles of the leg(s) are effective in treating children/adolescents (age 2-17 years) with increased muscle tension/uncontrollable muscle stiffness (spasticity) due to cerebral palsy.

Being tested
IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight), IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight), IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight)

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight)Drug

    Also called Xeomin, NT 201, Botulinum toxin type A (150 kiloDalton), free from complexing proteins

    Active ingredient: Clostridium Botulinum neurotoxin Type A free from complexing proteins. Solution for injection prepared by reconstitution of powder with 0.9% Sodium Chloride (NaCl); Total volume 8.0 mL; 400 units; Mode of administration: intramuscular injection into spastic muscles.

  • IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight)Drug

    Also called Xeomin, NT 201, Botulinum toxin type A (150 kiloDalton), free from complexing proteins

    Active ingredient: Clostridium Botulinum neurotoxin Type A free from complexing proteins. Solution for injection prepared by reconstitution of powder with 0.9% Sodium Chloride (NaCl); Total volume 8.0 mL; 300 units; Mode of administration: intramuscular injection into spastic muscles.

  • IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight)Drug

    Also called Xeomin, NT 201, Botulinum toxin type A (150 kiloDalton), free from complexing proteins

    Active ingredient: Clostridium Botulinum neurotoxin Type A free from complexing proteins. Solution for injection prepared by reconstitution of powder with 0.9% Sodium Chloride (NaCl); Total volume 8.0 mL; 100 units; Mode of administration: intramuscular injection into spastic muscles.

Study groups in NCT01893411
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
16 Units per kg body weight incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin)ExperimentalNot described
Receives: Drug: IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight)
12 Units per kg body weight incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin)ExperimentalNot described
Receives: Drug: IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight)
4 Units per kg body weight incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin)ExperimentalNot described
Receives: Drug: IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight)

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change From Baseline in the Ashworth Scale (AS) Score of Plantar Flexors of the Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First Injection Cycle (1st IC)

    The Ashworth Scale (AS) is a well known and commonly used scale in clinical trials with spasticity. In spastic muscles the resistance to passive movement is assessed. It is a 5-point scale that ranges from 0 (= no increase in tone) to 4 (=limb rigid in flexion or extension). For participants with bilateral pes equinus, the body side for primary efficacy analysis i.e. "primary body side" was decided by investigator at screening and was kept throughout the entire study. For participants with unilateral treatment, the treated body side was kept throughout the entire study.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and Week 4 resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4

  2. Co-primary Variable: Investigator's Global Impression of Change of Plantar Flexor Spasticity Scale (GICS-PF) of the Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First Injection Cycle

    This variable is classified as co-primary to satisfy a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) request. The GICS-PF scale is a 7-Point Likert Scale for the assessment of the functional change due to treatment of plantar flexor spasticity only. Ranges from +3 (very much improved function) to -3 (very much worse function). For participants with bilateral pes equinus, the body side for primary efficacy analysis i.e. "primary body side" was decided by investigator at screening and was kept throughout the entire study. For participants with unilateral treatment, the treated body side was kept throughout the entire study.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and Week 4 resulting from ANCOVA models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4

Secondary outcomes (17)
  1. Change From Baseline in the AS Score of Plantar Flexors of the Nonprimary Body Side in Participants With Bilateral Treatment at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First (1st) and Second Injection Cycle (2nd IC)

    The Ashworth Scale (AS) is a well known and commonly used scale in clinical trials with spasticity. In spastic muscles the resistance to passive movement is assessed. It is a 5-point scale that ranges from 0 (=no increase in tone) to 4 (=limb rigid in flexion or extension).

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 4 of 1st IC and Week 16-40 of 2nd IC

  2. Change From Baseline in the AS Score of Plantar Flexors of the Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4) of the Second Injection Cycle

    The Ashworth Scale (AS) is a well known and commonly used scale in clinical trials with spasticity. In spastic muscles the resistance to passive movement is assessed. It is a 5-point scale that ranges from 0 (=no increase in tone) to 4 (=limb rigid in flexion or extension). For participants with bilateral pes equinus, the body side for primary efficacy analysis i.e. "primary body side" was decided by investigator at screening and was kept throughout the entire study. For participants with unilateral treatment, the treated body side was kept throughout the entire study.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and Week 16-40 resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4 of 2nd IC (Week 16-40)

  3. Changes From Baseline in AS Score of Plantar Flexors of the Primary Body Side at Day 57 (Week 8) and Day 85 (Week 12) of the First and of the Second Injection Cycle

    The Ashworth Scale (AS) is a well known and commonly used scale in clinical trials with spasticity. In spastic muscles the resistance to passive movement is assessed. It is a 5-point scale that ranges from 0 (=no increase in tone) to 4 (=limb rigid in flexion or extension). For participants with bilateral pes equinus, the body side for primary efficacy analysis i.e. "primary body side" was decided by investigator at screening and was kept throughout the entire study. For participants with unilateral treatment, the treated body side was kept throughout the entire study.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 8 and 12 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 20-44 and 24-48)

  4. Changes From Baseline in AS Score of Knee Flexors or Thigh Adductors in Participants With Unilateral Treatment at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First and of the Second Injection Cycle

    The Ashworth Scale (AS) is a well known and commonly used scale in clinical trials with spasticity. In spastic muscles the resistance to passive movement is assessed. It is a 5-point scale that ranges from 0 (=no increase in tone) to 4 (=limb rigid in flexion or extension).

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    KF = Knee Flexors; TA = Thigh Adductors; w = week.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 16-40)

  5. Changes From Baseline in Modified Tardieu Scale [MTS] of Plantar Flexors of Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4), Day 57 (Week 8), and Day 85 (Week 12) of the First and of the Second Injection Cycle

    The Modified Tardieu Scale (MTS) assesses spastic muscle tone by subtraction of two angles measured at different conditions of passive muscle stretch. R2 is the angle of passive range of motion with a passive movement at slow speed. R1 is the angle where a "catch-and-release" or clonus can be triggered at the fastest possible speed. Score values represent the measured (R2-R1) difference, i.e. the dynamic tone component of the examined muscle(s). Decreases of (R2-R1) represent reductions in the dynamic component of spasticity, i.e. improvement of dynamic muscle spasticity.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from ANCOVA models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the model used for comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4, 8, and 12 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 16-40, 20-44 and 24-48)

  6. Investigator's, Child's/Adolescent's, and Parent's/Caregiver's Global Impression of Change Scale [GICS] at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First and Second Injection Cycle

    The Global Impression of Change Scales (GICS) are global outcomes to assess the impression of change due to treatment. GICS were assessed by the investigator, by the participant (if feasible) and by parents'/caregiver (if applicable). GICS are 7-Point Likert Scales ranging from +3 (very much improved function) to -3 (very much worse function).

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from MMRM (Mixed Model Repeated Measurement) models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 16-40)

  7. Investigator's Global Impression of Change of GICS-Plantar-Flexor of Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First and Second Injection Cycle

    The GICS are global outcomes to assess the impression of change due to treatment. GICS were assessed by the investigator, by the participant (if feasible) and by parents'/caregiver (if applicable). GICS are 7-Point Likert Scales ranging from +3 (very much improved function) to -3 (very much worse function). For participants with bilateral pes equinus, the body side for primary efficacy analysis i.e. "primary body side" was decided by investigator at screening and was kept throughout the entire study. For participants with unilateral treatment, the treated body side was kept throughout the entire study.

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from ANCOVA models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 16-40)

  8. Changes From Baseline in Gross Motor Function Measure [GMFM]-66 Score at the End of First Injection Cycle and at the End of Study Visit

    The GMFM-66 is a standardized observational 66-item instrument designed and validated to measure change in gross motor function over time in participants with cerebral palsy. Score values represent the total GMFM-66 score. Total GMFM scores range from 0 (worst) to 100 (best).

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from ANCOVA models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 12-36 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (End of study = Week 24-72)

  9. Change in Scores of Pain Intensity (From Participants) and Pain Frequency (From Parent/Caregiver) to All Post Baseline Visits of the First and of the Second Injection Cycle

    The QPS is a patient-reported outcome for children and adolescents (2-17 years) with cerebral palsy on spasticity-related pain. Pain intensity (from participants) and pain frequency (from parent/caregiver) to be assessed with 'Questionnaire on Pain caused by Spasticity [QPS]'. The QPS Total Score for pain intensity ranges from 0 ('No Hurt') to 10 ('Hurt Worst'). The QPS Total Score for the observed pain frequency ranges from 0 (Never) to 4 (Always).

    Values represent least square (LS) mean differences between baseline and the respective week (w) resulting from ANCOVA models comparing high versus low and in a second step mid versus low dose groups, respectively. Values for the low group may differ slightly depending on the comparison and are therefore provided separately for each comparison.

    Measured: Baseline to Week 4, 8, and 12 of 1st IC and 2nd IC (Week 16-40, 20-44 and 24-48)

  10. Time to Reinjection for Each of the Three Dose Groups for the First and Second Injection Cycle

    Measured: Baseline up to Week 24-72

  11. Occurrence of Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  12. Occurrence of Participants With TEAEs of Special Interest (TEAESIs) Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Adverse Events (AE's) occurring after treatment that were thought to possibly indicate toxin spread throughout the trial conduct are defined as AE's of Special Interests. Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  13. Occurrence of Serious TEAEs (TESAEs) Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (TESAEs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  14. Occurrence of TEAEs Related to Treatment as Assessed by the Investigator Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  15. Occurrence of TEAEs by Worst Intensity Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  16. Occurrence of TEAEs by Final Outcome Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

  17. Occurrence of TEAEs Leading to Discontinuation Overall and Per Injection Cycle

    Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEASs) are events observed from the time point of first injection until end of study visit (week 24-72). Values reported here refer to the number of participants affected.

    Measured: Up to End of study visit (Week 24-72)

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted9 Jul 2013 (estimated)
  2. Study startJun 2013
  3. Primary completionAug 2015
  4. Study completionMay 2016

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 3
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
311 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT01893411
Sponsor's protocol ID
MRZ60201_3070_1
Other IDs
2012-005054-30
Status last verified
Aug 2017
First submitted
2 Jul 2013
Last updated
5 Aug 2021
Data monitoring committee
Yes

Publications

  • Heinen F, Kanovsky P, Schroeder AS, Chambers HG, Dabrowski E, Geister TL, Hanschmann A, Martinez-Torres FJ, Pulte I, Banach M, Gaebler-Spira D. IncobotulinumtoxinA for the treatment of lower-limb spasticity in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy: A phase 3 study. J Pediatr Rehabil Med. 2021;14(2):183-197. doi: 10.3233/PRM-210040.

    PubMed 34092664
  • Berweck S, Banach M, Gaebler-Spira D, Chambers HG, Schroeder AS, Geister TL, Althaus M, Hanschmann A, Vacchelli M, Bonfert MV, Heinen F, Dabrowski E. Safety Profile and Lack of Immunogenicity of IncobotulinumtoxinA in Pediatric Spasticity and Sialorrhea: A Pooled Analysis. Toxins (Basel). 2022 Aug 25;14(9):585. doi: 10.3390/toxins14090585.

    PubMed 36136523

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing IncobotulinumtoxinA (16 Units per kg body weight), IncobotulinumtoxinA (12 Units per kg body weight) and IncobotulinumtoxinA (4 Units per kg body weight) in people with Lower Limb Spasticity Due to Cerebral Palsy, run by Merz Pharmaceuticals GmbH at 53 sites in 14 countries.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Aug 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 53 sites in Poland, Russia, Germany, France, Slovakia and 9 more countries. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 12 May 2017). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change From Baseline in the Ashworth Scale (AS) Score of Plantar Flexors of the Primary Body Side at Day 29 (Week 4) of the First Injection Cycle (1st IC) (time frame: Baseline, Week 4). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT01893411, which also lists 2 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Aug 2021.

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