Clinical trials
Recovery clinical trials
Below are recruiting recovery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 700 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06911671Recruiting
VR and brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a combination of virtual reality therapy and brain stimulation to help people recover arm movement after a stroke. It uses a special interface controlled by muscle signals and applies stimulation to the cerebellum to improve motor control.
Roma, RomeAges 18–80 - NCT06910696Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two nerve blocks for lumbar disc surgery pain
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks to see which one works better for pain control after lumbar disc surgery. It may help reduce pain and the need for strong pain medicines after your operation.
ZagazigAges 21–64 - NCT06885502Recruiting
Stroke rehab with motor and cognitive assistance
This trial tests a personalized system that helps stroke survivors improve arm movement and thinking skills. It uses a device that guides your arm and mind through exercises, and you may benefit if you had a stroke at least 3 months ago and have some arm function.
Cluj-NapocaAges 18 years+ - NCT06888128RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for PTSD in veterans
This study tests whether a guided psilocybin session can help veterans heal from trauma-related PTSD. If you're a veteran with PTSD, you may be able to join.
Houston, TexasAges 21–64 - NCT06873776Enrolling by invitation
Arm and leg cycling to speed up spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests if regular arm and leg cycling exercises can help people with incomplete spinal cord injuries walk faster and recover more. You must be at least one year post-injury and able to walk a short distance with assistance.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT06316557Recruiting
TMS for memory and thinking after stroke
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation treatment (TMS) can help improve memory and thinking after a recent stroke. It is for people who had their first stroke within the last two weeks and have mild cognitive difficulties.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06867809Recruiting
Spinal and brain stimulation for arm movement after neck injury
This study tests whether using a combination of spinal and brain stimulation can help improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a cervical spinal cord injury (neck area) at least one year ago. It is for those with some remaining movement but not full strength.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06856057Recruiting
Support for caregivers and kids after injury
This study helps parents and young children cope with stress after a hospital stay for an injury. It tests a program to improve mental health for both caregivers and kids.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06852300Enrolling by invitation
Concussion recovery study for athletes
This study looks at how athletes recover from concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries. It aims to understand recovery patterns, which could help improve care for sports-related head injuries.
Conway, ArkansasAges 18–26 - NCT06853015RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Double dose of 4-AP for spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests whether a higher dose of a drug called 4-AP can help improve leg movement and function after a spinal cord injury. It is for people who have had a spinal cord injury at or above the lower back and can already move their ankle and hip slightly.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–85 - NCT06576466Recruiting
Creatine for stroke recovery
This study tests whether taking a daily creatine supplement for a few weeks can help people recover movement better after a recent clot-caused stroke. If you've had a stroke in the past 1 to 5 days and need rehab for weakness or coordination issues, you may be able to join.
Palma de Mallorca, Balearic IslandsAges 18–80 - NCT06832007Recruiting
Light therapy for recovery from opioid use disorder
This study tests whether a special light device used at home can improve recovery in people being treated for opioid use disorder. It looks at how light might help with sleep, mood, and overall well-being.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–60 - NCT06825598Enrolling by invitation
Brain recovery study for chronic stroke patients
This study tests a new model to understand how the brain recovers after a stroke. It may help patients who had a first-time stroke at least three months ago and still have trouble moving their arms or legs.
Hung HomAges 50–80 - NCT06818201Recruiting
Brain stimulation for ACL surgery recovery
This study tests if a gentle, noninvasive brain stimulation called tDCS can improve how your brain controls leg muscles and speeds up recovery after ACL surgery.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 16–40 - NCT06815367Recruiting
Compression vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery
This study compares two methods to help muscles recover after exercise: pneumatic compression (like a gentle massage sleeve) versus blood flow restriction (using a cuff). It aims to find which works better for healthy, active young adults.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–30 - NCT06817330Recruiting
Music therapy after ECT for depression
This trial tests if listening to music after electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) helps reduce confusion or agitation. It may help people being treated for depression feel calmer after their procedure.
RotterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06808035Recruiting
Study on spinal cord injury before or during birth
This study looks at how spinal cord injuries that happened before or during birth affect people. It may help researchers understand more about these injuries.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 3–8 - NCT06806761Recruiting
Tracking balance and walking after stroke
This study tracks how walking and balance improve in the first weeks after a stroke. It uses simple tests to measure your recovery over time, with no experimental treatments.
Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, Brussels CapitalAges 18 years+ - NCT06810336RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Pain control after brain surgery: methadone vs remifentanil
This trial compares two medicines, methadone and remifentanil, to see which one works better for pain after brain surgery. It may help improve your recovery and comfort.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT06802991Recruiting
Optimized post-discharge care for older colon cancer patients
This trial tests better nutrition and follow-up care for older patients after colon cancer surgery. It focuses on people who are somewhat frail and at risk for poor nutrition, to see if extra support at home can improve recovery.
HerlevAges 65 years+ - NCT06458985Recruiting
Helping people decide who to tell about opioid treatment
This study tests a program that helps people getting treatment for opioid use disorder decide whether and how to share their history with others. It aims to support you in making choices that feel right for you.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT06239818Recruiting
Light therapy for concussion recovery in teens
This trial tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help teenagers recover faster from a sports-related concussion. If you qualify, you will receive the light treatment in addition to your usual care, and researchers will track your symptoms and thinking skills over time.
Houston, TexasAges 13–18 - NCT06782321Recruiting
Virtual emotional support after stroke
This study tests a virtual program to help with emotional recovery like anxiety or sadness after a stroke. You can join from home using your own device.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT06786728Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound-guided fluid removal for kidney recovery in heart-kidney syndrome
This study tests if using ultrasound scans to guide fluid removal helps protect kidney function in people with cardiorenal syndrome type 1, where heart failure suddenly worsens kidney function.
CairoAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for recovery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 700 recruiting recovery 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 recovery 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 recovery 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.