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
- NCT04709900Recruiting
Tests for stable chest pain using heart scans and pressure measurements
This trial studies how well different heart tests (imaging the blood flow and measuring blood pressure in the heart) work for people with stable chest pain. It may help guide safer, more accurate evaluation when you are not having a heart attack.
CopenhagenAges Any age - NCT04559243Recruiting
Left atrial appendage closure to prevent stroke in AF
This study tests whether closing a heart pocket called the left atrial appendage can lower future stroke or other clot-related events in people with atrial fibrillation. It’s mainly for people who have had a prior clot-related event or are at higher risk but may not be good candidates for long-term blood thinners.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT04432220RecruitingPhase 4
Taking blood thinners one year after atrial fibrillation ablation
This study looks at whether people who have stayed in normal rhythm one year after atrial fibrillation ablation should continue blood thinning treatment. It may help guide safer, more personalized choices about long-term blood thinners after a successful procedure.
SeoulAges 19–80 - NCT02910180Recruiting
Biobank study of genetic and metabolic data in brain blood vessel disease
This study collects genetic and other health information from people with brain blood vessel (cerebrovascular) problems. It aims to help researchers understand causes and patterns that could lead to better care in the future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05718622Recruiting
EECP for people with stable first stroke and blocked artery
This study looks at whether EECP (a non-surgical therapy that helps blood flow) improves outcomes in people who recently had their first ischemic stroke and have a narrowed or blocked artery. It also aims to predict who may benefit most based on health data.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–80 - NCT05320263Recruiting
Thrombectomy timing: aspiration tube vs stent for basilar stroke
This trial compares two ways to remove a blockage in the brain’s basilar artery: suction (aspiration) versus a retriever stent. It may help doctors learn which approach works better for restoring blood flow in acute stroke patients.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT05644314Recruiting
Drug-coated stent for narrowed vertebral arteries
This trial studies whether a drug-coated stent placed in a narrowed vertebral artery can improve outcomes for people with artery narrowing from plaque. It also looks at how safe the stent is, since it requires specific blood-thinning medicines around the procedure.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05156736Recruiting
Study of early heart artery disease in South Asians
This study looks at early buildup of plaque in heart arteries in young adults from Pakistan. It may help doctors understand why this happens earlier and guide better prevention and screening.
Karachi, SindhAges 35–65 - NCT05922540Recruiting
Study of ischemic stroke to improve patient care
This study looks at people who have had an ischemic stroke (a type caused by a blocked blood vessel). It is collecting information over time to better understand care needs and follow-up after stroke.
HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT05922644Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for consciousness recovery after brain bleed
This trial studies whether short-term spinal cord stimulation can help people regain consciousness after an intracerebral hemorrhage (brain bleed). It’s mainly for patients whose brain function tests suggest they are in a minimally conscious state and who are medically stable enough for the procedure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05774288Recruiting
Testing a device to close a heart opening called PFO
This trial studies whether a Cera™ device is safe and effective for closing a patent foramen ovale (PFO), a small hole in the heart. It is for adults whose PFO is linked to certain types of stroke or ongoing clot-related events.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT05891509Recruiting
DTI-guided minimally invasive surgery for deep brain bleeding
This trial studies whether a special scan-guided, minimally invasive procedure can safely remove bleeding in the basal ganglia (deep in the brain) soon after it happens. It may help patients recover better by targeting the bleeding while protecting important brain pathways.
Ganzhou, JiangxiAges 18–80 - NCT06062693Recruiting
Home Hand Training with Sensors for Better Dexterity
This study tests a new home-based hand training system using sensors to help improve hand movement and dexterity in people with Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, or stroke. It also includes healthy volunteers for comparison.
LucerneAges 18–99 - NCT06094569Recruiting
Screening for stroke in the back of the brain
This study uses MRI scans to find strokes caused by blockages in the arteries at the back of the brain. It may help doctors learn more about these strokes and how to better care for people who have them.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06085612Recruiting
How carotid artery blockage affects blood flow in the retina
This trial examines how a narrowing of the main neck artery (carotid stenosis) impacts blood flow in the retina using a special eye test called automated retinal oximetry. The goal is to better understand how this blockage affects eye health.
OlomoucAges 18 years+ - NCT05908214Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for leg stiffness and overactive nerves
This study tests a treatment using high-frequency electrical stimulation to reduce overactive nerve signals that can cause stiff legs, poor ankle control, cramps, or restless legs. It may help improve movement and comfort during walking or at night, depending on the condition.
LausanneAges 18 years+ - NCT04436978RecruitingPhase 4
Best blood thinner plan for atrial fibrillation after stent
This study compares different blood-thinner (“antithrombotic”) strategies in people with atrial fibrillation or flutter who recently had a stent placed (PCI). It aims to find a plan that lowers clot risk while keeping bleeding risk as low as possible.
AalstAges 18 years+ - NCT04916197RecruitingPhase 4
Dexmedetomidine sedation after stroke clot removal
This Phase 4 study tests whether using a specific calming medicine (dexmedetomidine) for a longer period after a successful clot-removal procedure helps people do better in the long term. It may help improve outcomes after ischemic stroke where the clot is successfully treated.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06014723Recruiting
Balloon angioplasty for recent minor stroke or TIA
This study tests a balloon procedure to open a narrowed artery in the brain to prevent further strokes. It is for people who recently had a mild stroke or high-risk TIA from a significant blockage.
Changchun, JilinAges 30–80 - NCT06060912Recruiting
Comparing two heart devices to prevent stroke in atrial fibrillation
This study compares two devices (LAmbre and AMPLATZER Amulet) that are placed in the heart to prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. If you join, you will be randomly assigned to get one of the two devices.
Munich, BavariaAges 18–100 - NCT06191549Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve walking after stroke
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment can help improve walking ability in people who have had a stroke. It compares the effects of the treatment in stroke survivors and healthy adults to see if it can enhance recovery.
Galveston, TexasAges 21–90 - NCT05306834Recruiting
Study to slow memory decline by targeting hidden small brain vessel disease
This trial looks at how to slow cognitive decline and early dementia in people with a specific kind of “silent” blood vessel damage in the brain seen on scans. It may help identify whether targeting this hidden condition can protect thinking and memory over time.
BordeauxAges 60–88 - NCT07864389Recruiting
Monitoring brain aneurysms that have not burst
This study looks at a new way to check on brain aneurysms that have not burst and are not causing symptoms. It may help doctors decide if or when treatment is needed, using regular imaging instead of surgery.
NantesAges 18 years+ - NCT07859826Recruiting
Swimming strokes and shoulder blade movement in teen swimmers
This study looks at how different swimming strokes affect shoulder blade movement in competitive teenage swimmers. It may help find swimmers at risk for shoulder problems and guide training adjustments.
CairoAges 13–19
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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.