Clinical Trial
Partnership and Research Services
Rancho Research Institute has led innovative clinical trials for decades, advancing research in spinal cord injury, neuro-rehabilitation, mobility, and post-stroke care.
We now provide comprehensive clinical research services to companies developing treatments, therapies, and technologies aimed at improving the lives of individuals with physical disabilities.
By leveraging our specialized network of clinicians, equipment, and participants you gain targeted insights essential for evaluating efficacy, safety, and impact. All proceeds directly fund non-profit programs that improve quality of life for people with disabilities.
About Our Patient Population
Our patients represent a wide range of disabilities and care needs, offering a rare opportunity to evaluate interventions in rehabilitation, treatment, and daily living. These interventions can be assessed at both the individual level and in group settings.
Primary Disabilities & Injuries
Patients with physical disabilities from spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury, amputation, or neuromuscular disorders.
These individuals often need ongoing rehab, medical care, and assistive technology - providing a vital setting to test solutions that improve mobility, function, and independence.
Secondary & Chronic Conditions
Many patients at Rancho manage conditions like diabetes, heart disease, bladder and bowel issues, and neuropathic pain alongside their primary injuries. These complexities create opportunities to test interventions in populations with interconnected care needs.
Daily Life & Aging with Disability
A large population of Rancho patients are engaged in long-term rehabilitation or programs that support daily function, such as occupational and group therapy. We also serve individuals aging with disability, creating a valuable setting to test interventions that promote quality of life across different stages.
Our Capabilities
Explore our wide-range of clinical research services below, including everything from early testing to real-world care:
Pharmaceutical &
Gene Therapy Testing
Medical & Rehabilitation Device Testing
Protocol Development, Regulations & Compliance
Pharmaceutical &
Gene Therapy Testing
Our clinicians deliver world-class trial oversight, ensuring data integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance for services including:
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Drug and pharmaceutical trials
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Biologics and gene therapy trials
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Stem cell and regenerative medicine studies
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Custom & specialized trials
Explore Featured Projects:
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EG-427 Trial - Human gene therapy trials for neuropathic pain in patients with spinal cord injury.
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Asterias Trial - Experimental stem cell therapy trials aiming to help regain use of arms and hands
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Myobloc Trial - Testing the efficacy and safety of MYOBLOC® in the Treatment of Adult Upper Limb Spasticity
Our device testing is supported by state-of-the-art equipment and labs, including the renowned Pathokinesiology Gait Lab, along with an experienced clinical team for accurate, real-world evaluation in areas such as:
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Usability testing by clinicians and healthcare providers
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User experience testing with patients
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Performance validation in rehabilitation and clinical settings
We are 1 of only 14 Spinal Cord Injury Model System centers in the nation - the largest network of research centersdevoted to spinal cord injury in the world. Check out more information here.
Featured Projects:
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VNS Trial - Vagus nerve stimulation paired with rehabilitation for stroke: Implantation experience from the VNS-REHAB trial
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Emagine 2.0 Trial- Electromagnetic Field Ischemic Stroke - Novel Subacute Treatment
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FitMi Trial- FitMi Plus Home Therapy for Stroke Patients
Medical & Rehabilitation Device Testing
Protocol Development, Regulations & Compliance
Rancho is one of the only non-profit research organizations in California offering comprehensive protocol and compliance services, including:
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Clinical trial protocol development and compliance support
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Independent IRB oversight and approvals
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In-house subject recruitment and trial execution,
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Comprehensive services for international organizations seeking US testing
Featured Projects:
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Rowheel Study Partnership - Effect of reverse manual wheelchair propulsion on shoulder kinematics, kinetics and muscular activity in persons with paraplegia.
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Check out our latest work helping our international partner, Globizz meet their complex regulatory needs - Coming Soon!
Featured Publications and Partnerships
Contact Us About Your Clinical Service Needs
Are you ready to collaborate on a clinical trial with a trusted partner? Fill out the form or contact us via the email or phone number below to learn how we can support your next clinical trial or related needs.
(562) 385-8111