Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Disorder of Consciousness clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 5 recruiting disorder of consciousness studies with a site in or near Boston — including Early Phase 1 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06568536Recruiting
EEG Study to Predict Recovery After Brain Injury
This study uses a special EEG test to measure brain activity in people who are not fully conscious after a recent brain injury. The goal is to find better ways to know if someone will wake up and recover thinking abilities.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07277309Recruiting
Recovery after brain injury using focused ultrasound
This study tests whether focused ultrasound can help people recover from a brain injury that has left them with a disorder of consciousness. The treatment involves a non-invasive technique that uses sound waves to stimulate brain activity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–79 - NCT07228286RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Using brain stimulation to help restore consciousness
This trial tests whether electrical stimulation of a deep brain area can improve awareness in people who have been in a coma-like state for at least 3 months after a brain injury. It aims to help those who have limited or no ability to communicate or use objects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT05010265Recruiting
Learning how to detect hidden awareness using brain signals
This study explores an ethical approach to detecting “covert consciousness,” meaning a person may be aware even if they cannot show it clearly. It involves people connected to patients with disorders of consciousness, including caregivers and specialists, and uses information related to MRI or EEG brain testing done for clinical care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06939348Recruiting
Ultrasound therapy for patients with consciousness disorders
This trial tests whether ultrasound stimulation can help people with disorders of consciousness, like coma or a minimally conscious state. It aims to improve brain function and recovery for patients who have been injured for over a month.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–79
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting disorder of consciousness studies listed above.
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 4 studies
- Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
What taking part in a disorder of consciousness 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 disorder of consciousness clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting disorder of consciousness studies with a site near Boston, 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 disorder of consciousness study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 disorder of consciousness 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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