Clinical trials
Post-stroke clinical trials
Below are recruiting post-stroke clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 169 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05866003Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus hand training after stroke
This trial tests whether a combination of brain stimulation and structured hand practice can improve hand movement for people recovering from stroke. It may help because the training targets upper-limb function while using therapy intended to support recovery.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21–90 - NCT06213272Recruiting
Exercise and reading therapy for stroke-related reading problems
This study combines exercise with a targeted reading therapy to help people who have trouble reading after a stroke. It aims to see if this approach improves reading accuracy.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–85 - NCT06212219Recruiting
EEG brain training to help arm recovery after stroke
This study tests whether a brain-training technique called neurofeedback can improve arm movement in people who recently had a stroke. It uses an EEG cap to measure your brain activity while you do arm exercises, helping you relearn how to move your affected arm.
ToulouseAges 18–99 - NCT06192953Recruiting
Early movement therapy after stroke
This trial tests a type of therapy that uses gentle movements and pressure to help your brain and body recover after a stroke. It's for people who recently had a stroke and have weakness on one side, and you will be asked to do special exercises guided by a therapist.
NiceAges 18–100 - NCT06108102Enrolling by invitation
Post-stroke epilepsy research database study
This trial is creating a global research database to learn more about seizures that happen after a stroke. By joining, you help doctors better understand who gets these seizures and how to treat them.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04829071RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing brain and movement training after a one-sided stroke
This early research study looks at a way to improve thinking and movement after a stroke that happened more than 6 months ago. It may help people who still have problems using one side of their body to walk and learn new movement skills.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 45–85 - NCT05901675Recruiting
Weight loss and exercise after stroke in walking recovery
This trial studies whether a weight-loss plan combined with exercise can improve walking and leg movement after stroke. It may help if you have ongoing leg weakness but can still walk without devices for testing.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 35–85 - NCT05864547Recruiting
Study risk factors for seizures after a first stroke
This study looks at what factors can make seizures happen after a first stroke. It may help doctors identify who is more at risk so future care can be better targeted.
TrondheimAges 18–85 - NCT05816603RecruitingPhase 2
Stimulation treatment to help post-stroke fatigue
This Phase 2 study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the brain can reduce fatigue after a stroke. It may help people who are still bothered by significant tiredness at least 3 months after their stroke.
New York, New YorkAges 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+ - NCT05760885RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Multisensory training to improve standing balance after stroke
This early-stage study tests a multisensory therapy to help people with ongoing balance problems stand more safely after a stroke. It may help your balance by giving targeted feedback to the foot and ankle while you practice standing.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT05727930Recruiting
Early walking rehab trial after stroke using treadmill training
This trial studies a more intensive, early walking exercise program after a stroke. It may help improve walking speed, balance, and the ability to move safely with less support.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–85 - NCT05714618Recruiting
Heart inflammation after stroke
This study uses a special heart MRI to look for inflammation after a stroke. It aims to understand if the brain injury affects the heart, which could lead to better care.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05584124RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation to treat fatigue after stroke
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it can reduce fatigue after a stroke. If you have ongoing tiredness that started or got worse after your stroke, this treatment might help.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 34–80 - NCT05591040Recruiting
Biofeedback to help swallow problems after stroke
This trial studies whether using “biofeedback” (seeing your body’s muscle signals on a screen) along with standard care can improve swallowing after a stroke. You might be eligible if you have ongoing swallow trouble and can safely do the training sessions.
Venice-LidoAges 18–89 - 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+ - NCT05563038Recruiting
Scrambler therapy for pain after stroke
This trial studies whether “scrambler therapy” can reduce ongoing pain in the body areas affected by a past stroke. It may help people who are at least a month past stroke and still have stroke-related pain.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05315726Recruiting
Vibration therapy to reduce stiffness after stroke
This trial studies whether regular muscle vibration can reduce post-stroke muscle stiffness and improve how the brain and nerves adapt. If you’re in the right stage after stroke, it may help improve arm and hand movement.
Chalon-sur-SaôneAges 18 years+ - NCT05303649Recruiting
Theta burst brain stimulation for language problems after stroke
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation guided by a brain scan (MRI) can improve speech and language (“aphasia”) after a stroke. It may help people who have trouble producing speech but can still understand others’ words.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18–75 - NCT05194566Recruiting
Brain stimulation for long-term speech trouble after stroke
This study tests whether a form of brain stimulation can improve naming words in people who still have language problems (aphasia) more than 6 months after a stroke. It may help people find and say words more accurately during a naming task.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - NCT05195398Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve thinking after stroke
This study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment can improve thinking and memory problems after an acute ischemic stroke. It also uses brain scans to better understand how the treatment may help.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05081713Recruiting
Rehab-based study for walking recovery after a first stroke
This study looks at how therapy and movement training may help people regain walking and compensate after their first stroke. You may be eligible if you are in the early weeks after stroke and are currently in inpatient rehabilitation, with medical clearance to safely participate in exercise.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–85 - NCT04928482Recruiting
Training with backward walking after stroke
This trial studies whether backward walking training can improve balance and walking speed after a stroke. It may help people who still have trouble staying steady or walking quickly during recovery.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–90 - NCT04804384Recruiting
Testing a brain-controlled hand device after a stroke
This study tests whether a “closed-loop” neuroprosthesis (a hand-control device that responds to your movement) can improve hand grasping after a stroke. It may help people who cannot open or grab objects on their own, and who can safely participate during a short hospital stay.
ToulouseAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for post-stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 169 recruiting post-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 post-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 post-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.