Clinical trials
Hand clinical trials
Below are recruiting hand clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 285 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07179432Recruiting
Facial mask breathing support: comparing two techniques
This trial tests two different hand techniques for holding a face mask during general anesthesia. It aims to find which method works better for helping patients breathe, and may be relevant for anyone having planned surgery under general anesthesia.
Medellín, AntioquiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07182396Recruiting
Video games vs ball tossing for hand-eye coordination in older adults
This study tests whether playing video games or tossing balls can improve hand-eye coordination in older adults with mild memory problems. It is designed for people 60 and older who have mild cognitive impairment but are otherwise independent.
IslamabadAges 60 years+ - NCT07204067Recruiting
Mirror therapy for hand recovery after recent stroke
This study tests whether mirror therapy—a simple exercise where you watch your unaffected hand move in a mirror to trick your brain—can help improve hand function after a recent stroke. It is for people who have had a stroke within the last month and have weakness on one side of their body.
Malakand, KPKAges 40–55 - NCT07209228Recruiting
Touch sensations in virtual reality for students
This study tests if adding touch feedback to virtual reality makes learning more effective for students. It is open to students from elementary school through college who can safely use VR.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 6 years+ - NCT07222033Recruiting
Self-balancing exoskeleton for spinal cord injury
This trial will test a self-balancing personal exoskeleton for people with spinal cord injuries. It may help you walk again and improve your mobility.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07262528Recruiting
Brain training for hand recovery after stroke
This trial tests a brain-based training method (neurofeedback) to help improve hand movement after a stroke. It is for people who had a stroke in the last 3 months and still have weakness on one side.
RzeszówAges 18–70 - NCT07287059Recruiting
Wearable robot and virtual reality for hand recovery after stroke
This study tests if combining a wearable robotic glove with virtual reality exercises can help improve hand function in people who have had a stroke. It may be a good fit if you have some movement in your hand and arm but need more help.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 30–60 - NCT07329075Recruiting
Soft robot for hand rehab after stroke
This study tests a soft, wearable robot to help people who had a stroke regain hand and finger movement. It is designed for those whose stroke happened at least 6 months ago, who still have some muscle activity in their hand, and who can sit for short periods.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07362914RecruitingPhase 3
Steroid cream for hand-foot skin reactions from chemo
This trial tests whether a corticosteroid cream can prevent or reduce hand-foot skin reactions caused by liposomal doxorubicin (a type of chemotherapy) in breast cancer patients. If you are starting this chemo and are concerned about skin side effects, this study may offer a way to manage them.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT07383753Recruiting
Virtual hand and arm assessments for kids with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether a virtual visit can assess hand and arm function in children with cerebral palsy. It may help families get care without traveling to a clinic.
Ajax, OntarioAges 6–17 - NCT07396753Recruiting
Nerve block to reduce opioid use after kidney donor surgery
This study tests a nerve block called Transversalis Fascia Plane Block to see if it lowers the amount of strong pain medicine (opioids) needed after a kidney donor surgery. It may help you have less pain and fewer side effects.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 18–80 - NCT02896348Recruiting
Home therapy training for hand function after stroke
This trial tests a physio-and-neuro “platform” to help retrain hand movement at home in people who are at least 6 months out from a stroke. It may help improve hand function and confidence doing daily tasks using an at-home retraining program.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT07403006Recruiting
Comparing two gum recession treatments for better results
This trial looks at two ways to clean the tooth root before a common gum graft procedure. One method uses a special powder and water spray, the other uses hand tools. The goal is to see if one leads to better gum coverage.
Warsaw, MazowszeAges 18–60 - NCT07428811Recruiting
Mirror therapy for post-stroke shoulder and hand problems
This trial tests whether task-based mirror therapy can help improve shoulder and hand function in people who have had a stroke less than 6 months ago. It focuses on those with moderate to severe stroke symptoms but without severe muscle stiffness or cognitive issues.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 45–75 - NCT07428928Recruiting
Play-based hand therapy for cerebral palsy children
This trial tests whether playful hand and nerve exercises can improve grip strength and hand use in children with cerebral palsy. It may help children who have trouble with fine motor tasks.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT07431359Recruiting
Mediterranean diet study for type 2 diabetes patients
This trial looks at what people with type 2 diabetes know about diet and how often they eat a Mediterranean diet. It aims to understand if this way of eating can help with diabetes management.
Peschiera del Garda, VeronaAges 18–80 - NCT07456293Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for hand recovery after stroke
This study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation (applied through sticky pads on your forearm) helps improve hand movement and function after a recent stroke. It's designed for people in the subacute recovery phase.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 9 months–1.1 years - NCT07467915Recruiting
Combined mirror therapy and soft robotic glove for hand recovery after stroke
This trial tests if using a soft robotic glove together with mirror therapy can help improve hand and arm movement in people recovering from a stroke. You would wear the glove on your affected hand while looking in a mirror at your unaffected hand, which may help retrain your brain.
Baghdad, BabylonAges 18–70 - NCT07486388Recruiting
Strength and fatigue during daily arm and hand tasks in children
This study looks at how strong children's arms and hands are and how quickly they get tired during everyday activities. It helps doctors understand normal development in typically developing children.
Diepenbeek, LimburgAges 7–18 - NCT07673289Recruiting
Hand dexterity therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study compares two hand therapy techniques to see which one better improves hand coordination in children with cerebral palsy. The goal is to help children use their hands more easily in daily activities.
Lalian, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–13 - NCT07673354Enrolling by invitation
Spinal cord stimulation at home for hand and arm function in MS
This trial tests if gentle electrical stimulation can help improve hand and arm function in people with multiple sclerosis. You will use a small device at home with support from a caregiver.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–70 - NCT07488338Recruiting
Movement and hand training for children with SMA
This study tests whether a combined program of home-based activities and hand training can help children with spinal muscular atrophy improve their movement and daily function. It is for children who can sit or walk with support and have been on stable medication for at least 6 months.
New York, New YorkAges 5–17 - NCT07509944Recruiting
Brain activity in stroke patients during mirror movement
This study uses a brain imaging technique called functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to look at how the brain works when stroke patients perform mirror movements. It aims to help understand brain recovery after a first-time stroke.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07523503Recruiting
One-sided vs. both-sides arm training after stroke
This study compares two ways of doing hand and arm exercises after stroke: practicing with just your weak arm, or practicing with both arms together. The goal is to see which approach helps you regain better movement, strength, and hand coordination.
Kot AdduAges 40–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hand?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 285 recruiting hand studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a hand trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a hand trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.