Clinical trials
Stroke clinical trials
A loss of blood flow to part of the brain, a medical emergency. We’re tracking 1,757 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07781579Recruiting
MRI study to predict bleeding risk in moyamoya disease
This study uses advanced MRI scans to better predict the risk of bleeding in people with moyamoya disease, a rare condition where brain arteries narrow. It aims to improve prevention of bleeding strokes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07137832RecruitingPhase 3
Testing clot-busting drug during stroke treatment for medium vessel blockages
This trial tests whether giving a clot-dissolving medication directly into the brain's blood vessels during a standard procedure (mechanical thrombectomy) can improve outcomes for people with a stroke caused by a blockage in a medium-sized artery. It may be an option for patients who arrive at the hospital within 24 hours of symptom onset and have enough salvageable brain tissue.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - 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.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07776444Recruiting
Measuring brain blood flow with light and MRI
This study uses a special light-based device and MRI to measure how blood vessels in the brain respond to changes. It may help researchers better understand blood flow in people with and without sickle cell disease.
St Louis, MissouriAges 6–70 - 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 - NCT06409143Recruiting
Brain stimulation for better arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a gentle form of brain stimulation to help improve arm and hand movement after a stroke. It looks at whether this approach can aid recovery in both recent and long-standing stroke survivors.
HsinchuAges 18 years+ - NCT07769814Recruiting
Better CT imaging for brain stent checkups
This study looks at whether a new type of CT scanner can take clearer pictures of stents in the brain. The goal is to help doctors see if the stent is working well after it's been placed.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 5–90 - NCT07774715Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for hand and writing skills after brain injury
This study tests whether electrical stimulation can help improve hand and writing skills after a stroke or brain injury. If it works, it may help you regain better control of your hand movements.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07253181RecruitingPhase 3
Stroke clot-busting drug before transfer for artery clearing
This trial tests whether giving a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase) before transferring you to a hospital that can do a procedure to remove the clot improves outcomes for people who had a stroke up to 24 hours earlier. You may qualify if you have a blockage in a large artery in the front of your brain and can still get the procedure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06904911RecruitingPhase 2
Study of tenecteplase into the artery after clot removal for stroke
This study tests a clot-dissolving drug called tenecteplase given directly into the artery after a mechanical thrombectomy (clot removal). The goal is to see if it helps improve blood flow to the small vessels in the brain after the main clot is removed.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05237973Recruiting
Neuromuscular ultrasound study for healthy people and patients
This study uses an ultrasound scan to look at muscles and nerves (including the breathing muscle). It may help researchers better understand neuromuscular problems and how well ultrasound can detect them.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–110 - NCT07768761Recruiting
Electrical stimulation exercise for lower limb paralysis
This trial tests whether a muscle exercise program using electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis in their legs. It may improve muscle strength, blood flow, or other health benefits.
Cleveland, OhioAges 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT07577336Recruiting
Portable MRI for brain injury in children
This study tests whether a small, portable MRI machine can take pictures of the brain at the bedside for children with brain injuries from lack of oxygen or blood flow. It may help doctors see the injury sooner and guide care without moving the child.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Up to 17 years - NCT06469801Recruiting
Portable MRI for brain injury in children on ECMO
This study uses a portable MRI to look for brain injuries in children on ECMO (a heart-lung support machine). It may help doctors detect problems early and improve care.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–17 years - NCT07759063Enrolling by invitation
Self-paced walking study for stroke or brain injury survivors
This study tests a new way to help people who have had a stroke or brain injury walk with a more even step. It uses a treadmill that adjusts to your own pace, which may improve your walking symmetry.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19–75 - NCT07727395RecruitingPhase 3
Clot-busting drug after successful clot removal for stroke
This trial tests whether giving a clot-busting drug (alteplase) directly into the brain artery after a successful clot removal improves recovery in people with severe stroke. It is for patients who have had a thrombectomy and still have a large blocked artery in the front of the brain.
An GiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07143019Recruiting
A new device for treating wide-necked brain aneurysms
This trial tests a special device (p48/64 MW HPC) to treat certain brain aneurysms that are wide-necked or have a shape that makes them hard to treat. It might help people with aneurysms that haven't ruptured or that have been treated before and are now coming back.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04750551Recruiting
Breathing stimulation to improve arm movement after stroke
This trial studies a breathing-related stimulation method (called BreEStim) to help improve arm and hand movement after stroke. It may help people who still have muscle stiffness in the hand and arm months after a stroke.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT06918301Recruiting
Comparing heart measurements in cardiac surgery patients
This trial compares three ways to measure how well your heart pumps blood after cardiac surgery. It uses a standard catheter and two newer monitors to see which is most accurate.
KarlsburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06569771Recruiting
How patients feel about using their arm after stroke rehab
This study looks at how people feel about using their arm after a stroke during intensive rehab. It helps understand if therapy makes a difference in how you use your arm in daily life.
Charleroi, HainautAges 18 years+ - NCT06029062Recruiting
Brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the brain can help improve arm and hand movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. It may be an option if you can still slightly move your fingers.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT05868525RecruitingPhase 4
Compare two aspirin doses after blunt vessel injury
This trial tests whether taking a lower-dose aspirin (81 mg) works as well as a higher-dose aspirin (325 mg) to prevent stroke after a blunt injury that affects blood vessels in the neck/head. It may help some patients lower their stroke risk with the simplest, safest dose.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04750564Recruiting
BreEStim to help arm movement after long-term stroke
This pilot study tests a type of nerve stimulation (BreEStim) to improve arm and finger movement in people with chronic stroke-related stiffness. It may help if you have persistent, measurable muscle tightness and are medically stable.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,757 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.