Clinical trials
Severe Brain Injury clinical trials
Below are recruiting severe brain injury clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 276 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06381674Recruiting
Wearable tech for balance rehab after concussion
This study tests whether a wearable device can help people with balance and vision problems after a mild concussion. You will use the device to guide your own exercises and help improve your recovery.
Portland, OregonAges 18–60 - NCT06034509Recruiting
Thinking and blood vessel health after head injury
This study looks at how a past traumatic brain injury (TBI) might affect your thinking skills and blood vessel health over time. You may be eligible if you had a TBI at least 3 years ago and have already completed an earlier evaluation at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE).
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–74 - NCT06245434Recruiting
Circadian rhythms during coma awakening
This study looks at how the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm) changes as people wake up from a coma. Researchers hope to learn more about recovery patterns to improve care for patients with brain injuries.
Bron, LyonAges 17 years+ - NCT06222450Recruiting
Vestibular rehab app for dizziness after mild brain injury
This study tests a smartphone app with exercises to help improve balance and dizziness in people who have had a mild traumatic brain injury. You may be eligible if you are still experiencing dizziness or balance problems.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06148324Recruiting
Wellness program for traumatic brain injury recovery
This study tests a wellness program for people who had a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) at least a year ago. The program is done online, so you can join from home, and it aims to help you with your recovery and well-being.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06098833RecruitingPhase 2
Sildenafil for newborn brain injury after birth asphyxia
This trial tests whether a liquid form of the medicine sildenafil can help repair brain damage in newborns who had a difficult birth and were treated with cooling. If your baby meets the cooling criteria and has brain injury on an MRI, this study may offer an additional treatment option.
Denver, ColoradoAges birth–2 days - NCT06073106Recruiting
Frailty prevention study for older Asian adults
This trial tests a program to prevent frailty in people aged 50 and older of Asian descent who have recently been diagnosed with a stroke, traumatic brain injury, knee osteoarthritis, or breast cancer. The goal is to help you stay strong and healthy as you recover.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 50 years+ - NCT05782244RecruitingPhase 2
Sildenafil trial for long-term brain blood-flow problems after TBI
This Phase 2 study tests whether sildenafil (a medication better known for erectile function) can improve long-term symptoms and brain blood-flow issues after a past traumatic brain injury (TBI). It may help by improving blood vessel function in the brain and possibly reducing persistent post-concussion symptoms.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–70 - NCT05683145Recruiting
Better sleep for people with moderate or severe TBI
This trial studies an approach to improve insomnia (trouble falling or staying asleep) in people who had a moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury at least one year ago. If you qualify, it may help you restore more regular, efficient sleep after TBI.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–60 - NCT04610697Recruiting
Cognitive training for people in forensic mental health care
This trial studies whether a structured “cognitive remediation” program (training thinking skills) can help people receiving care on a forensic treatment unit. It may benefit those who want support improving attention, memory, or problem-solving as part of their treatment.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–55 - NCT05426967Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression after mild traumatic brain injury
This trial studies a noninvasive brain treatment (rTMS) to reduce depression symptoms in people with past mild traumatic brain injury from military service. It may help by changing brain activity, while also requiring stable mental health care and regular follow-up.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT05197764Recruiting
Track muscle growth in young children with spastic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how the muscles in the body grow in infants and young children with spastic cerebral palsy (a type of movement difference). It may help doctors better understand normal growth patterns and how care choices affect muscle development.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 6 months–9 years - NCT04550377RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabidiol for PTSD, including PTSD after mild head injury
This Phase 2 study tests whether cannabidiol (CBD) can reduce PTSD symptoms, including in people who also had a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). It’s meant to see if CBD is helpful and safe for PTSD symptoms over the study period.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT04445649Recruiting
Find factors to help people regain consciousness after brain injury
This study looks at what predicts recovery of consciousness after certain serious brain injuries, such as stroke or traumatic brain injury. It may help clinicians better identify which patients are more likely to wake up and guide early rehabilitation and care.
Hessisch OldendorfAges 18–85 - NCT04043442Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Brain stimulation study for alcohol use with mild brain injury
This trial tests a type of brain stimulation to help with day-to-day functioning in people who have alcohol use disorder and a history of mild traumatic brain injury. It also uses brain and symptom testing to see who may benefit most and why.
Hines, IllinoisAges 22–65 - NCT06906432Recruiting
Brain-Heart Injury After Brain Bleed Study
This study looks at how a brain bleed can affect the heart. Researchers hope to understand the link between brain and heart injury to help improve care for people who have had a brain bleed.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05213169RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Apomorphine for severe unresponsive brain injuries
This trial tests whether apomorphine can improve care or outcomes for people in an unresponsive wakefulness or minimally conscious state after a brain injury. It is designed for patients who are medically stable and not currently on certain brain- or heart- affecting medicines.
Liège, LiegeAges 18–80 - NCT07225582Recruiting
Best sensory feedback for hand function after spinal injury
This study is for people who have already received the ReHAB system in a previous trial. It aims to find the best ways to use sensory feedback from the device to help with hand and arm function after tetraplegia.
Cleveland, OhioAges 22–65 - NCT07106060Recruiting
Brain imaging of motor imagery effects in spinal cord injury
This study uses a special camera to see how imagining movement (motor imagery) affects brain activity in people with spinal cord injury. It aims to help understand how the brain recovers after injury.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–75 - NCT07357428Recruiting
Brain-computer implant study for severe paralysis or speech loss
This study tests a brain-computer implant that might help people with severe paralysis or speech loss control a computer with their thoughts. It is for people who have trouble moving and speaking due to a progressive disease or injury.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 22–75 - NCT05724173Recruiting
Test of a brain-to-computer device for ALS hand paralysis
This study checks whether a brain-computer interface (a BrainGate2 system) is safe and workable for people with ALS. If you qualify, you may be asked to try the device and complete study tasks to help researchers learn how well it can support communication or control.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07521930Recruiting
Brain implant to restore communication and movement control
This trial tests a surgically implanted brain device designed to help people with severe paralysis or movement disorders regain the ability to communicate and control their limbs. The device reads signals from your brain and translates them into commands that could help you interact with computers or assistive technology.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT01894802Recruiting
Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
This study tests a brain-machine interface that records brain activity and uses stimulation to help people with severe hand/arm movement loss communicate or control tasks using a computer. It may help restore some control and reduce dependence on hands that cannot be used normally.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 22–70 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for severe brain injury?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 276 recruiting severe brain injury 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 severe brain injury 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 severe brain injury 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.