Clinical trials · Baltimore, MD
Stroke clinical trials in Baltimore
We’re tracking 99 recruiting stroke studies with a site in or near Baltimore — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Baltimore
- NCT00009243Recruiting
Understanding How Strokes Develop: A Research Study
This study follows people who have had or are at risk for stroke to understand what causes strokes and how they develop over time. By participating, you help researchers learn more about stroke prevention and treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01273129Recruiting
Surgery for epilepsy that medicines cannot control
This trial looks at using brain surgery to treat epilepsy that does not improve with usual medicines, or epilepsy caused by a brain tumor. It may help some people reduce seizures if surgery is appropriate for their situation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–99 - NCT00001778Recruiting
Understanding HTLV Infection and HAM/TSP Disease
This research study evaluates people with HTLV infection, a virus that can cause a nerve disorder called HAM/TSP. Researchers want to better understand who gets this condition and why, which may help develop future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT07416188RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
LMP744 drug for returning glioblastoma
This trial tests an experimental drug called LMP744 for people whose glioblastoma has come back. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop tumor growth by targeting specific proteins in cancer cells.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT02639325Recruiting
Seizure treatment study for people with brain tumors
This study looks at how a brain tumor-related seizure condition is handled in children and adults. It may be a good option if your seizures started soon after your brain tumor was found or is in the same brain area as your seizure symptoms.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–99 - NCT04799288RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Teriflunomide for HTLV-1 spinal cord stiffness and weakness
This early-phase trial tests whether teriflunomide can help people with HTLV-1 associated myelopathy (HAM) or tropical spastic paraparesis (TSP). It also checks safety and how well the treatment can be followed over time.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT05375812Recruiting
Deep health study of Gulf War veteran symptoms and brain-body changes
This study closely measures health, thinking, and body function in Gulf War veterans using detailed testing (including exercise testing and possibly brain scans). It aims to better understand what may be driving Gulf War illness and related symptoms, which could improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 48–70 - NCT05350774Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
IV immunotherapy for lingering neurologic effects after COVID-19
This Phase 2 trial tests whether intravenous immunotherapy (IVIG) can improve ongoing neurologic symptoms after a mild-to-moderate COVID-19 illness. It targets people with persistent symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, trouble thinking, dizziness when standing, and balance or other neurologic problems.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05413291Recruiting
Study of movement disorders over time
This study follows people (or family members of people) who have or might have a movement disorder to better understand how symptoms change over time. You may be asked to attend study visits and complete study procedures for the duration of the study.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT05849467RecruitingPhase 1
Testing how the brain absorbs anti–CD8 therapy in nervous system disease
This Phase 1 study tests a small drug (called an anti–CD8+ T cell minibody) to see how much reaches the brain. It may help researchers understand how to deliver similar treatments for multiple sclerosis, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), or other brain inflammation when the brain’s protective barrier is “open.”
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT02784210RecruitingPhase 2
Steroid treatment to reduce inflammation in active MS lesions
This Phase 2 study tests whether corticosteroid medicine can reduce inflammation at the edge of active multiple sclerosis (MS) plaques seen on MRI. It may help calm “hot” areas in the brain where MS activity is happening.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT07511049RecruitingPhase 2
Brincidofovir for PML brain infection
This pilot study tests an IV medicine called brincidofovir for people with PML, a serious brain infection. The goal is to see if it can stop the virus from causing more damage.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT06707207Recruiting
Predicting errors during skilled tasks
This study uses brain scans (MRI and MEG) to see if we can predict when someone will make a mistake while performing a skill. It aims to understand brain activity related to errors in healthy young adults.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–35 - NCT07598695RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Hand Sensory Feedback and Movement Recovery After Stroke
This early-stage study tests whether special sensory feedback (like touch or vibration on your hand) can help improve hand movement and coordination in people recovering from stroke. Researchers want to understand how the brain relearns hand control.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 20–70 - NCT06700005Recruiting
Reading study for stroke survivors and healthy adults
This study looks at how reading is affected by stroke and by normal aging. Researchers hope to learn how the brain changes after a stroke and during aging, which could help improve reading therapy for stroke survivors.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05907629Recruiting
MRI study comparing blood thinners after a certain stroke
This trial looks at MRI scans to compare two types of blood-thinning medicines (one that affects blood-clotting and one that affects platelets) after a recent stroke caused by severe narrowing in certain brain arteries. It may help doctors understand which treatment works best while checking how the blood vessels and brain tissue look on MRI.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07635329Recruiting
Home Vision Therapy Guided by Brain Scans
This study tests whether vision rehabilitation exercises done at home, guided by brain imaging, can help people regain vision after a stroke, brain injury, or tumor. Participants will use brain scans to personalize their therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06786858Recruiting
Hand exoskeleton training for stroke recovery
This study tests whether a robotic hand device (exoskeleton) can help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago improve hand movement. It may benefit those who still have some hand function but struggle to open their affected hand.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 21 years+ - NCT07011173RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Arm Muscle Coordination After Stroke
This early-phase study looks at how your muscles work together during arm movements after a stroke. It may help find better ways to improve arm and hand function.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 20–80 - NCT03907046RecruitingPhase 3
Blood thinner study to prevent stroke after brain bleed
This Phase 3 study tests whether a blood thinner (apixaban) can help prevent another stroke and support recovery after you’ve had a brain bleed. You would be assigned to a treatment group, and the study checks safety and whether strokes can be reduced without causing dangerous bleeding.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06386874Recruiting
Magnetic field therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a new magnetic device applied to the head to help improve arm function after a stroke. You will use the device while doing exercises, and a caregiver will support you with a mobile app and video calls.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 22–80 - NCT06368648Recruiting
Study of a new forehead sensor for brain pressure monitoring
This study tests a new sensor that measures brain pressure from outside the head. It is for people who are already in the hospital getting their brain pressure and blood pressure monitored continuously.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06682429Recruiting
Home rehab program after stroke
This study tests a home-based therapy program delivered by video calls to help people recovering from a stroke improve arm function. It is designed for those with moderate arm weakness about 4 months after their stroke.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–80 - NCT07105358Recruiting
Vision recovery study after brain damage
This study tests whether the brain can improve vision after damage caused by stroke, tumor, or injury. It may help people with vision loss from a brain lesion find new ways to see better.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Baltimore
Institutions with a site for the recruiting stroke studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 13 studies
- Georgetown University Medical Center · 3 studies
- MedStar Washington Hospital Center · 3 studies
- Catholic University of America · 2 studies
- Inova Fairfax Hospital · 2 studies
- George Washington University Hospital
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
- Medstar Health
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.
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Common questions
- Are there stroke clinical trials near Baltimore?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 99 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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