Clinical trials
Language clinical trials
Below are recruiting language clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 189 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06933953Recruiting
French foot health questionnaire study
This study tests a French version of a foot health questionnaire. It aims to make sure the questions are clear and accurate for people receiving foot care.
AlençonAges 18 years+ - NCT05591066Recruiting
Family I-PASS listening survey to improve care teamwork
This study gathers feedback from patients and families, as well as hospital staff, to improve communication and teamwork in pediatric inpatient units. It focuses on helping care work for diverse languages and family needs.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Any age - NCT06877897Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound vs speech therapist for NG tube removal decision
This study is testing whether a simple ultrasound of the neck (called submental ultrasound) can help doctors decide when it's safe to remove a nasogastric (NG) tube, compared to a speech therapist's evaluation. If you have an NG tube that was placed due to a recent illness and are now recovering, this trial may help find a more reliable way to know when you can safely eat by mouth again.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06762444Recruiting
Bump the lump: A treatment for throat lump feeling
This study tests a treatment for people who feel like there's a lump in their throat, called globus pharyngeus. If you have this sensation but no swallowing problems, you may be able to join.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06739967Recruiting
Speech Therapy for Italian Speakers with PPA
This study tests speech and language therapy for people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA). It aims to see if targeted exercises can help maintain or improve communication skills.
BariAges 40–85 - NCT06721065Recruiting
Study of interpretation services for breast cancer patients
This study tests different ways of providing language interpretation during breast cancer or gastrointestinal cancer visits at MSK. It aims to improve communication for patients who prefer Spanish or Mandarin and have limited English proficiency.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06667102Enrolling by invitation
Signing Instruction for Deaf Students and Teachers
This study tests a signing instruction program for deaf students in pre-K through 3rd grade and their teachers. The goal is to improve communication and learning through interactive signing.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 4–99 - NCT06666777Recruiting
Speech therapy and parenting for early communication skills
This study tests a program that combines speech therapy with parenting support to help young children with developmental delays improve their communication and social skills. It is designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years who have developmental challenges, and their parents.
Como, ComoAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06649084Enrolling by invitation
Language treatment study for primary progressive aphasia
This study tests a multi-component language treatment for people with primary progressive aphasia (a type of dementia that first affects language). It aims to help improve communication skills with support from a study partner.
Austin, TexasAges Any age - NCT06578416Recruiting
Stuttering development in young children
This study looks at how stuttering develops in young children by comparing kids who stutter with those who don't. It aims to understand the differences to help improve future treatments.
East Lansing, MichiganAges 3–6 - NCT06536296Recruiting
Music therapy for preterm brain development
This study tests if specially designed music can help premature babies' brains grow stronger and healthier. It is for very preterm infants born between 24 and 30 weeks of pregnancy.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 6 months–7 months - NCT06471127Recruiting
Brain changes after stroke that causes language problems
This study looks at how the brain rewires itself after a stroke that causes aphasia (language problems). It uses brain scans to understand changes in brain networks, which may help improve recovery treatments.
Madison, WisconsinAges 40–90 - NCT05917496Recruiting
Support study for families after early cochlear implants
This study looks at how parent support helps children who get cochlear implants very early, and how well their language develops. You may be able to join if your child meets the timing and hearing/implant requirements and you speak French at home.
ParisAges 11 months–1.8 years - NCT06403475Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for aphasia after stroke
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation on the skin of the ear (called tVNS) can help improve word finding in people with aphasia after a stroke. You will use a computer speech program while receiving the stimulation or a placebo.
SheffieldAges 18 years+ - NCT06275815Recruiting
Parent training for early language skills
This study helps parents use simple learning activities at home to boost their child's language skills. If your child is getting speech therapy (or waiting for it) and has trouble with words, this program might be a good fit.
Columbus, OhioAges 4 years–5.9 years - NCT06240572Recruiting
Emergency department study using natural language processing
This trial uses a computer tool to analyze medical records of emergency department visits, aiming to make clinical research easier. It may help doctors quickly find patients who can join future studies.
Milan, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06244472Recruiting
New brain scanner for fast brain imaging
This study uses a new type of brain scanner (MEG) to take very fast pictures of brain activity. It's for healthy people or those who've had a mild concussion recently.
BronAges 18–70 - NCT06168695Recruiting
Treating front teeth crossbite to help children's speech
This study looks at how fixing a crossbite (where upper front teeth sit behind lower teeth) can improve speech in children. It may help kids who have trouble saying certain sounds because of their teeth alignment.
Tanta, Gharbia GovernorateAges 8–10 - 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 - NCT06036810Recruiting
Spanish decision tool for ovarian cancer maintenance
This study tests a Spanish-language decision tool to help people with advanced ovarian cancer choose the best maintenance therapy after chemotherapy. It is for patients who can read or speak Spanish and are eligible for maintenance treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06018519Recruiting
Measuring outcomes for creatine transporter deficiency
This study aims to find the best ways to measure how creatine transporter deficiency (CTD) affects people. It includes both males and females with CTD, as well as healthy volunteers, to compare results and develop better tests.
BronAges 2–60 - NCT05988515Recruiting
AI-assisted treatment for children struggling with the 'r' sound
This study tests a computer-assisted program to help children and teens improve their 'r' sound. It is designed for those who struggle with saying 'r' and want to work on it through online sessions.
Syracuse, New YorkAges 9–17 - NCT05989893Recruiting
Mapping human thinking during brain surgery
This study maps how thinking works in people with epilepsy or brain lesions near important brain areas. It involves testing during brain surgery procedures to help researchers understand healthy brain function.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT05921214Recruiting
Testing how extra support helps young children learn words
This study looks at whether “extra support” during word learning helps children learn and use new words. It focuses on very young, English-speaking children who show lower word use for their age.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 2–4
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for language?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 189 recruiting language 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 language 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 language 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.