Clinical trials · Philadelphia, PA
Aphasia clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 7 recruiting aphasia studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Philadelphia
- NCT05386394RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation to help primary progressive aphasia speech
This trial tests a non-painful brain stimulation method to improve language and speech problems caused by primary progressive aphasia. It may help some people communicate more clearly by targeting specific brain regions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 50–90 - NCT06842745RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation plus language therapy for mild aphasia
This study tests whether combining brain stimulation (TMS) with language therapy can help people with mild aphasia after a stroke. It aims to improve speaking and understanding.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40–85 - NCT06968663RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation with speech therapy for recent stroke aphasia
This study tests if adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (transcranial magnetic stimulation) to language therapy can improve speech recovery in people who had a stroke 2 to 6 weeks ago and now have aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language).
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–85 - NCT04363684Recruiting
Study of frontotemporal dementia and related syndromes over time
This study follows people with frontotemporal dementia (FTLD) and related conditions, and collects health and (for some people) body fluid information, to understand how these illnesses change over time. It may help researchers track disease signs and find better ways to measure progression.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04715399Recruiting
Research study collecting data for neurodegenerative diseases
This study collects health information from people with neurodegenerative diseases, some family members, and healthy controls to help researchers better understand these conditions. It may help future diagnosis and research, and participation may include noninvasive checks and other procedures depending on your situation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06092814Recruiting
Brain stimulation to boost language after stroke
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current (tACS) applied to the scalp can improve language abilities in people with aphasia after a stroke. Healthy volunteers are also needed as a comparison group.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–85 - NCT07179458Enrolling by invitation
Naming treatment for understanding problems after stroke
This trial tests a therapy that helps people with aphasia (a language disorder) improve their ability to understand words. It focuses on people whose main difficulty is understanding what words mean, not just naming them.
Elkins Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89
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Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting aphasia studies listed above.
- University of Pennsylvania · 6 studies
- Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation
What taking part in a aphasia study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there aphasia clinical trials near Philadelphia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting aphasia studies with a site near Philadelphia, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a aphasia study near Philadelphia?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Philadelphia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Philadelphia, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a aphasia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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