Clinical trials
Stroke clinical trials
A loss of blood flow to part of the brain, a medical emergency. We’re tracking 1,681 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT01364168Recruiting
Study of new stroke patients and what happens next
This study follows people after a first acute ischemic stroke (a blockage-related stroke) to learn what to expect in the days and months after. Your participation could help doctors better understand recovery and outcomes and improve future care.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT04839887Recruiting
Quality of life after stroke in adults aged 18–65
This trial looks at what affects quality of life after an ischemic stroke (a type of stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) in younger adults. You may be able to join if you can complete questionnaires about your recovery and daily life.
OlomoucAges 18–65 - NCT05976152RecruitingPhase 3
Butyphthalide to improve thinking after a recent stroke
This Phase 3 study tests whether butyphthalide can help thinking and memory improve after an acute ischemic stroke. It compares people who take the study medicine versus usual care, and measures cognitive (thinking) changes over follow-up.
Dandong, LiaoningAges 60 years+ - NCT06116630Recruiting
Brain health after stroke risk factors study
This study looks at how well the brain works after a stroke or in people with stroke risk factors. It uses a special MRI scan to understand brain changes that may affect thinking and memory.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 45–90 - NCT06401564Recruiting
Virtual reality rehab after ischemic stroke
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) exercises in the hospital can help people recover arm movement and function after an ischemic stroke. You may be a candidate if you have weakness in one arm and can follow directions.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05779215Recruiting
Registry for acute stroke with blocked brain arteries
This study records information about people who have a new acute ischemic stroke caused by a blockage in a larger or medium-sized brain artery. It may help doctors better understand outcomes and care for this stroke type, using data from many patients.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06451887Recruiting
Predicting brain swelling after stroke treatment
This study looks at how to predict dangerous brain swelling after endovascular treatment for large artery stroke. It uses CT scans to identify patients at risk, which could help doctors monitor and treat them more closely.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07834333Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help arm and leg recovery after stroke
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called theta burst stimulation to see if it can improve arm and leg function in people who recently had a stroke. It may help with movement recovery in the first few months after stroke.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 45 years+ - NCT04847752Recruiting
Predicting outcomes after stroke from artery plaque
This study looks at factors that can help predict recovery and risk after an ischemic stroke caused by plaque buildup in a major artery. It may help doctors better forecast prognosis and tailor follow-up care for people like you.
WuhanAges Up to 80 years - NCT06465758Recruiting
Stroke recovery study
This study is for people who have had a stroke and are in the early recovery phase. It looks at how well patients recover, with a focus on arm and hand movement, to help guide future care.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07819526Recruiting
Watching recovery after stroke in people with cancer
This study looks at what happens to people who have a stroke while they also have active cancer. By tracking their recovery, doctors hope to learn better ways to care for patients with both conditions.
Suita, OsakaAges Any age - NCT07817316Recruiting
Brain training to improve attention after brain injury
This study tests two brain-training methods, neurofeedback and transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS), to see if they can help improve attention problems in people who have had a brain injury. It may help people who have difficulty focusing or staying on task after their injury.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–85 - NCT05898542Recruiting
Nature-based therapy for stroke recovery in rehab wards
This trial studies whether nature-based activities (like time outdoors or nature-focused programs) can improve recovery after a stroke. It’s aimed at people who are currently in a stroke rehabilitation setting soon after their stroke.
LahtiAges 18 years+ - NCT07809269Recruiting
Healthy lifestyle support after stroke
This study tests a program to help people who have had a stroke adopt healthier habits, like being more active, eating better, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, taking medications as prescribed, or managing stress and mood.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges 18 years+ - NCT07803003Recruiting
Telerehabilitation for arm function after stroke
This study compares two levels of therapist-guided home exercises delivered via video calls to improve arm and hand function after a stroke. It may help you recover more movement in your affected arm.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT07803016Recruiting
Drawing exercises vs fine motor training for hand recovery after stroke
This trial compares two types of hand exercises to see which one helps you regain hand movement and control better after a stroke. It focuses on people in the sub-acute phase (early recovery) who have some voluntary hand movement.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT07806097Recruiting
Self-directed arm gaming during stroke rehab
This trial tests whether playing arm-focused video games on your own helps improve arm movement while you're in the hospital for stroke rehabilitation. You would play games that involve moving your arm and hand, and the goal is to see if this makes your recovery better.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07804342Enrolling by invitation
Ankle robot training to improve walking after stroke
This study tests whether a robot that helps your ankle move in a way that exaggerates mistakes can improve your walking. It is for people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago and still have weakness or difficulty walking.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–88 - NCT07795021Recruiting
Stroke care during the COVID-19 pandemic
This study looks at how stroke care was given during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to understand if treatments and outcomes changed, which may help improve care for people with stroke in future health emergencies.
PragueAges Any age - NCT07793799Enrolling by invitation
Comparing brain stimulation treatments for swallowing problems after stroke
This study tests three non-invasive brain stimulation methods to see if they can help improve swallowing after a stroke. If you have swallowing difficulties due to a stroke, this research might offer a new way to support your recovery.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07797712Recruiting
Mirror therapy with standard rehab for post-stroke walking
This study tests whether adding mirror therapy to regular walking and leg exercises helps people who have had a stroke walk better and improve leg function. Mirror therapy uses a mirror to create the illusion that the affected leg is moving, which may help rewire the brain.
Quetta, BalochistanAges 40–70 - NCT07800572RecruitingPhase 2
Study of anisodine for stroke patients after clot removal
This trial tests whether adding anisodine, a medicine that may protect brain cells, helps people recover better after a stroke caused by a blocked large artery in the brain. It is given after a procedure to remove the clot.
AnyangAges 18–80 - NCT07798401RecruitingPhase 2
Tongue training device for swallowing problems after stroke
This study tests a special tongue-training device that gives you feedback to help improve swallowing after a stroke or similar condition. It uses a computer and a small sensor in your mouth to guide your exercises.
Foshan, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07798388Recruiting
Optimizing walking rehabilitation after stroke
This study tests a new way to improve walking after a stroke. It focuses on helping people who have some arm weakness but can still walk on their own.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,681 recruiting 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 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 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.
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.