Clinical trials
Ischemic Stroke clinical trials
Below are recruiting ischemic stroke clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 557 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02879123Recruiting
Recovery after stroke treatment with a clot-removal procedure
This trial studies how the brain and nervous system recover about 3 months after a clot-removal treatment for an acute ischemic stroke. It may help doctors better understand what recovery looks like after this kind of stroke care.
ParisAges Any age - NCT07479147Recruiting
Stroke prevention in elderly by PFO closure vs blood thinners
This trial compares two treatments for preventing another stroke in older adults who have a PFO (a small hole in the heart). It tests whether closing the hole with a device works better than using blood-thinning medication.
TaichungAges 18–90 - NCT04862507Recruiting
Thrombectomy treatment for severe stroke with low ASPECTS
This trial studies an approach for removing a blockage using thrombectomy in people with an acute ischemic stroke that shows a low ASPECTS score. It may help restore blood flow in strokes that have significant early changes on brain imaging.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT07637825Recruiting
Ultrasound brain stimulation for improving arm and leg movement after stroke
This study tests a painless, non-invasive ultrasound treatment that stimulates the brain to help improve arm and leg movement after a stroke. It aims to see if this treatment can help people recover more function.
Taizhou, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT03720522Recruiting
Study brain-heart signals in acute stroke using MRI
This study looks at how the brain and heart interact right after an acute ischemic stroke. It may help doctors better understand what happens in the first hours of stroke and improve monitoring or future treatments.
Bern, Canton of BernAges 18–86 - NCT07614074Recruiting
Understanding Recovery from Coma and Unconsciousness
This study follows patients who have been in a coma (deep unconsciousness) for at least 24 hours due to a brain injury. Researchers will track how patients recover over time to better understand which factors help predict who will wake up and how well they'll recover.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06224426Recruiting
Oxygen Levels for Stroke Patients Having Clot Removal
This trial tests whether giving a specific level of oxygen during a procedure to remove a stroke clot improves recovery. It is for people with a moderate to severe stroke in the front part of the brain, treated within 24 hours of symptoms starting.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT03160131Recruiting
Rehab program to improve vision after brain injury
This study looks at rehabilitation to improve vision after a brain injury. It may help people with significant vision problems regain everyday visual function.
Copenhagen, HellerupAges 14 years+ - NCT06459388Recruiting
Balance training methods for stroke recovery
This study compares two types of physical therapy exercises to help stroke survivors improve balance and walking. One method uses arm and leg movements, while the other focuses on the pelvis area.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT07447804Recruiting
Diaphragm and Breathing Strength in Hemiplegia Patients
This study looks at how hemiplegia affects the diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) and your breathing strength. It aims to help guide rehabilitation after a stroke.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–80 - NCT02662751Recruiting
Low-dose whole-body scan after stroke or TIA
This study looks at whether a low-dose whole-body imaging scan soon after a stroke or TIA (sometimes called a “mini-stroke”) can help doctors evaluate you. It also includes long follow-up to see how patients do over time.
MontpellierAges 18–89 - NCT07307989RecruitingPhase 2
Statin plus ezetimibe vs. statin alone after stroke
This trial compares two treatments for people who recently had a stroke or TIA and have high cholesterol with artery plaque. Some participants will get a combination of two cholesterol-lowering medicines (statin and ezetimibe), while others will get only a statin.
PoziAges 20–100 - NCT07085390Recruiting
Comparing two catheters for stroke clot removal
This study compares two types of catheters (thin tubes) used during a stroke procedure to remove a blood clot. The goal is to see which one works better for clearing blockages in large blood vessels in the brain.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07083986Enrolling by invitation
Surgery vs stenting for recent stroke patients
This trial compares two procedures to open a blocked carotid artery in people who recently had a stroke. One option is surgery (carotid endarterectomy) to remove the blockage, the other is stenting (placing a small mesh tube to hold the artery open). The goal is to see which works better for patients still having some stroke symptoms.
MoscowAges 18 years+ - NCT06657235Recruiting
Stroke recovery program to improve health after a stroke
This study tests a transitional care program for people who have had an ischemic stroke. It aims to help you manage risk factors and improve your health after leaving the hospital, using telemedicine visits.
Winchester, VirginiaAges 30 years+ - NCT06995040Recruiting
Brain resilience after minor stroke study
This study looks at how the brain heals after a minor stroke by analyzing your genes and brain MRI over time. It aims to understand why some people recover better than others.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT06591377RecruitingPhase 3
Aspirin plus a second drug for minor stroke or TIA
This trial tests whether adding ticagrelor or cilostazol to aspirin is better than aspirin alone for preventing another stroke. It is for patients who recently had a minor stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA) caused by a blockage in a large artery.
CairoAges 18–75 - NCT06591338RecruitingPhase 3
Aspirin plus ticagrelor or clopidogrel for minor stroke
This trial tests whether adding aspirin to either ticagrelor or clopidogrel (two antiplatelet medicines) can help prevent another stroke in people who recently had a minor stroke or TIA affecting a large brain artery. It is for people who started antiplatelet treatment within 24 hours of their symptoms.
Kafr ash ShaykhAges 18–75 - NCT06308952RecruitingPhase 4
Atorvastatin before flow diverter for brain aneurysms
This trial tests whether taking atorvastatin before a flow diverter procedure can prevent strokes or other brain events in people with unruptured brain aneurysms. It may help reduce complications from the treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06069973Recruiting
Using AI to spot delayed brain injury after a brain bleed
This study uses artificial intelligence (machine learning) and blood tests to find early signs of delayed brain injury after a brain bleed. It aims to help doctors detect and treat this complication sooner.
GothenburgAges 18–110 - NCT06040255Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Steroid treatment for focal brain artery inflammation in children
This trial tests whether short-term steroids improve recovery for children who recently had a stroke or mini-stroke caused by inflammation of a brain artery. If you qualify, you would receive steroids and follow-up imaging to see if it helps prevent further damage.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT05948566RecruitingPhase 2
Improving response to stroke treatment with an antibody drug
This Phase 2 trial tests an antibody treatment (TS23) given to people with a suspected acute ischemic stroke to improve how well they respond to stroke care. You may qualify if your stroke scan shows the right pattern of injured brain tissue and if the study drug can be given within a short time window after symptoms start.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05795842Recruiting
Detecting atrial fibrillation after stroke using a wrist monitor
This study checks whether a special wrist device can detect an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) in people who recently had a stroke with an unclear cause. It may help doctors find the cause earlier and tailor follow-up care.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 55 years+ - NCT05556395Recruiting
Study after stroke to help thinking and memory recovery
This trial looks at stroke patients who can show specific scan findings on an MRI, then uses thinking tests by phone to track cognitive (thinking and memory) changes. It may help researchers understand whether targeting brain blood-flow disruption can improve post-stroke cognition.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for ischemic stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 557 recruiting ischemic stroke 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 ischemic stroke 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 ischemic stroke 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.
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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.