Clinical trials
Paralysis clinical trials
Below are recruiting paralysis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 46 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03115203Recruiting
MRI muscle imaging study for facial paralysis
This study uses a stronger MRI machine (3 Tesla) to take detailed pictures of skin and face muscles in people with facial paralysis. It may help doctors better understand what changes happen in the face muscles over time.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT07194174Recruiting
Exercise training for periodic paralysis patients
This study tests whether a physical training program can help people with hypokalemic or hyperkalemic periodic paralysis improve their muscle strength and daily function.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT03980275Recruiting
Nerve-sparing surgery for both vocal cords that won’t move
This trial studies a surgical technique to improve breathing and voice in people whose both vocal cords do not move. It’s meant for cases that have not improved on their own for at least 6 months, and it may help restore better movement and function.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT07553611Recruiting
Regional anesthesia and shoulder surgery recovery outcomes
This study compares different numbing techniques used during shoulder arthroscopy (a minimally invasive shoulder surgery) to see which one helps patients recover better, use less pain medication, and experience fewer complications like temporary paralysis of the breathing muscle under the rib cage.
Antalya, MuratpaşaAges 18–65 - NCT03059420Recruiting
Genetic study of strabismus and certain birth eye-movement disorders
This study looks for genetic (inherited DNA) causes of strabismus (eyes that don’t line up) and certain birth conditions that affect eye movement and brainstem/cranial nerves. Your participation may help researchers better understand these conditions and guide future testing and care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1 day+ - NCT04755699RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Electrical stimulation study for hand or limb movement recovery
This early-stage study tests whether regular, skin-based electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis or weakness regain movement. You would attend frequent clinic sessions for months, while the team checks your ability to follow instructions and your safety.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT04934176Recruiting
3D study of smile reconstruction for facial paralysis
This study looks at how well “smile reconstruction” surgery works for people with facial paralysis, using 3D measurements that reflect patient experience and movement. You may be able to help test which nerve-connection approach leads to better smile outcomes.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–75 - NCT05027035Recruiting
Compare diaphragm surgery versus breathing machine support
This trial is studying whether surgery, instead of using a breathing machine, works better for people with one-sided diaphragm paralysis. It aims to improve breathing comfort and function in the right patients.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT06243718Recruiting
Surgery for paralyzed diaphragm nerve
This trial looks at how patients feel and recover after surgery to fix the nerve that controls the diaphragm. It aims to learn about people's experiences to improve care for diaphragmatic paralysis.
Red Bank, New JerseyAges 18–70 - NCT06532903Recruiting
Recovery from facial paralysis study
This trial tests a physical therapy approach to help people recover from Bell's palsy or other types of facial paralysis that started recently (within the last 6 months). It aims to see if specific treatments can improve facial movement and function.
CorrientesAges Any age - NCT06541041Recruiting
Nerve transfer with electrical stimulation for hand function after spinal injury
This trial tests a surgery that moves nerves (nerve transfers) plus gentle electrical stimulation to help people with spinal cord injury regain hand movement. It may be a good fit if you have a C6 or C7 injury and haven't had hand surgery before.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06742580Recruiting
Sudden facial paralysis and homocysteine study
This study looks at a possible link between a substance in the blood called homocysteine and sudden facial paralysis (Bell's palsy). If you've recently been diagnosed with this condition, you may be able to join.
AfyonkarahisarAges 18–80 - NCT06847295Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for standing and walking after paralysis
This trial tests if a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord, combined with daily therapy, can help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain some ability to stand or walk. It also looks at reducing muscle spasms and improving quality of life.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–50 - NCT07533903Recruiting
Brain-Computer Interface for Arm Control in Paralysis
This trial tests a surgically implanted brain-computer interface (BCI) device designed to help people with severe arm paralysis—from conditions like ALS or stroke—regain some ability to control their arms. The device reads signals from your brain and translates them into arm movements, potentially helping you perform daily activities.
MelbourneAges 21 years+ - NCT07537426Recruiting
Acupuncture for Dry Eyes After Facial Paralysis
This trial tests whether tiny acupuncture needles placed under the skin can help relieve dry eyes and other eye discomfort that develops after long-lasting facial paralysis. The goal is to see if this treatment can improve symptoms when standard care hasn't worked well enough.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT07579364Enrolling by invitation
Voice Outcomes After Vocal Cord Surgery
This study follows people who have had surgery to improve one-sided vocal cord paralysis or atrophy—a condition where one vocal cord doesn't move properly or has shrunk. Researchers track how well your voice works and your quality of life over 2 years after surgery.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07768761Recruiting
Electrical stimulation exercise for lower limb paralysis
This trial tests whether a muscle exercise program using electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis in their legs. It may improve muscle strength, blood flow, or other health benefits.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07758543Recruiting
Facial exercises for improving symmetry in Bell's palsy
This trial tests whether special facial exercises can help people with Bell's palsy regain a more symmetrical face. The exercises focus on muscle control and nerve movement, and may improve recovery when done in the early months.
IslamabadAges 15–60 - NCT07750561Enrolling by invitation
Turkish questionnaire for facial synkinesis
This study tests a Turkish version of a questionnaire that measures abnormal facial movements (synkinesis) that can happen after facial palsy. It aims to see if the questionnaire works well for Turkish-speaking patients.
Istanbul, CevizlibağAges Up to 18 years - NCT05547152Recruiting
Virtual Reality for Facial Paralysis Recovery
This trial tests whether a virtual reality self-rehabilitation program can help people recover movement and reduce unwanted muscle contractions after recent facial paralysis. You would practice facial exercises using VR technology at home to retrain your facial muscles.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT05193240Recruiting
Swallowing test to predict vocal cord paralysis after lung surgery
This study checks whether a simple swallowing test can forecast vocal cord paralysis after lung surgery, compared with a camera exam of the throat. If predictions are accurate, it may help doctors prevent or plan treatment for swallowing and voice problems.
RouenAges 18 years+ - NCT03827187Recruiting
Brain signal training to detect awareness
This study checks whether brain activity patterns can show when a person is aware, even if they can’t reliably communicate. If signs of awareness are found (or if you already know you are aware), the study may also train a brain-computer interface to support communication or movement assistance.
DublinAges 10–80 - NCT04209504Recruiting
Nerve block study for one-sided breathing muscle weakness after shoulder surgery
This trial tests whether a longer-lasting nerve block during shoulder surgery can better manage pain and affect one-sided diaphragm (breathing muscle) weakness. It may help people having planned (first-time) shoulder surgery who are able to follow study pain-checks.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT04448951Recruiting
Study of immune response in early sepsis or septic shock
This trial looks at how the immune system behaves in the first day after septic shock begins. It may help researchers find better ways to support the body’s immune balance during sepsis, but you must be enrolled very quickly.
Pilsen, Česká RepublikaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for paralysis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 46 recruiting paralysis 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 paralysis 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 paralysis 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.