Clinical trials · Baltimore, MD
Stroke clinical trials in Baltimore
We’re tracking 97 recruiting stroke studies with a site in or near Baltimore — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Baltimore
- NCT04916210Recruiting
Study how stroke type affects thinking and recovery
This study looks at what predicts memory and thinking problems after different types of stroke or brain bleeding, and how blood-vessel changes relate to recovery. You may be invited if you recently had a stroke/bleed and can complete a baseline check within 6 weeks.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT03567213Recruiting
CortiCom brain signal system for communication in severe paralysis
This trial tests a system that records brain signals to help people with severe paralysis and little or no speech communicate. It involves a surgical implant and frequent study visits to see if the system can work safely and reliably for communication.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 22–70 - NCT07053917RecruitingPhase 1
Psilocybin therapy for stroke recovery
This trial tests whether a medicine called psilocybin (a psychedelic compound) can help people who had a stroke more than a year ago. It aims to see if the therapy can improve healing and flexibility in the brain.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06990867RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Improving blood flow recovery after stroke
This trial tests a new approach to restore blood flow in the brain after a stroke. It aims to improve recovery and brain function in people with a blocked large artery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT03843463RecruitingPhase 2
Escitalopram plus language therapy after left stroke
This trial tests whether the antidepressant medicine escitalopram, along with language therapy, can improve language skills after a recent stroke that affected the left side of the brain. It may help some people with stroke-related aphasia (language difficulty) regain words and communication.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT02359812Recruiting
Robot-assisted arm and hand rehab after recent stroke
This study tests whether a robot-guided therapy program can help people regain arm and hand movement after a recent stroke. You may be able to join if you are within a month of a first stroke on one side and have specific levels of arm and hand recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–85 - 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+ - NCT07092176Recruiting
Steady Stride fall prevention study for older adults
This study compares a new fall-prevention program, Steady Stride, to the usual care for older adults who have fallen recently. It aims to help you stay steady and avoid future falls so you can keep living independently.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 65 years+ - NCT05845047Recruiting
Telemedicine speech therapy for stroke-related language problems
This trial tests a home-based (telemedicine) therapy that uses focused brain “engagement” exercises to help improve language after a stroke. It is meant for adults with stroke-related aphasia (language difficulty) and checks whether you can participate reliably with the tasks.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT05703386Recruiting
Study MRI changes in small-vessel stroke disease
This study looks at how “small-vessel” changes in the brain develop after an ischemic stroke, using repeated MRI scans. It may help researchers better understand what causes these changes and how to track them over time.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05970406Enrolling by invitation
High-intensity swallow therapy after ischemic stroke
This trial tests a more intensive swallow-therapy program for people with difficulty swallowing soon after an ischemic stroke. It may help improve safety and function when eating and drinking.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT05963698Recruiting
Closing off a heart pouch to prevent stroke
This study tests a procedure that seals off the left atrial appendage (a small heart pouch) to help prevent stroke in people with atrial fibrillation. You may be considered if your stroke risk is high and you are already on blood-thinner medicine.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07209488Recruiting
Reading help after stroke
This study is for people who have trouble reading after a left-brain stroke. It tests a new way to help improve reading skills through practice and therapy.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT07642856Recruiting
Brain Stimulation With Therapy for Cerebellar Disorders
This study tests a combination of gentle brain stimulation paired with specialized exercises designed to help people with cerebellar conditions—disorders affecting balance, coordination, and movement. The goal is to see if pairing these two approaches together works better than either alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT06404268RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Helping stroke survivors regain ankle movement with exercise
This study tests whether gentle leg exercises can help people recovering from a recent stroke. The focus is on improving ankle movement and strength on the weak side.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 30–85 - NCT06718413RecruitingPhase 2
Study on shoulder pain after stroke
This study tests a treatment for shoulder stiffness and pain caused by muscle tightness after a stroke. It focuses on people who still have some limited shoulder movement and may help improve range of motion and comfort.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07491952Recruiting
Continuous Dual Aspiration for Stroke With Zoom System
This trial tests a new way to remove blood clots from the brain using the Zoom System with a continuous double-suction technique (CDAT). It aims to see how well this approach works for people having a stroke caused by a large vessel blockage.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06899711Recruiting
A helmet after skull surgery to prevent sunken flap
This study tests whether wearing a custom-made external helmet after a large skull removal surgery can prevent the skin from sinking in. If you've had this surgery in the last two weeks and are being treated at a Johns Hopkins hospital, you may be eligible.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06870812Recruiting
Quick removal of brain bleed clot study
This trial tests a rapid procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain after a specific type of stroke. It might help people with a moderate-sized bleed in the front part of the brain if treatment can start within 24 hours.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT06440707RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation for recent stroke recovery
This trial tests a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS to help people recover from a recent stroke. It's for people who cannot have the standard clot-removal procedure and who can start treatment within 24 hours of their stroke.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06027788Recruiting
Embolic protection during heart valve surgery
This trial tests a device that may help protect your brain from small particles during heart valve surgery. It is for people 60 and older having certain types of valve replacement or repair.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 60 years+ - NCT05338697Recruiting
Early testing after stroke to predict recovery outcomes
This study checks early brain and arm/hand signals soon after a stroke to better predict how well people recover by about 90 days. It may help future, better-targeted stroke recovery studies by improving how recovery chances are measured early.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT02369770Recruiting
Rehab training for ankle and leg function after a stroke
This study tests a sensory-motor rehabilitation program to improve movement of the ankle and affected leg after a first stroke. It may help people regain safer, more controlled walking and leg movement.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80
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Where these studies are running near Baltimore
Institutions with a site for the recruiting stroke studies listed above.
- Johns Hopkins University · 10 studies
- University of Maryland, Baltimore · 4 studies
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center · 2 studies
- Kennedy Krieger Institute · 2 studies
- University of Maryland · 2 studies
- University of Maryland Medical Center · 2 studies
- Corxel Investigational Site
- Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
What taking part in a stroke study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting stroke studies in Maryland.
Common questions
- Are there stroke clinical trials near Baltimore?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 97 recruiting stroke studies with a site near Baltimore, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a stroke study near Baltimore?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Baltimore to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Baltimore, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a stroke trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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