Clinical trials
Stroke clinical trials
A loss of blood flow to part of the brain, a medical emergency. We’re tracking 1,747 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07334977RecruitingPhase 2
Brain and spinal cord stimulation after stroke or injury
This trial tests whether stimulating the brain and spinal cord together can help people recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury. It also includes a healthy control group for comparison.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07343895Recruiting
Atrial fibrillation screening in people with high NT-proBNP
This study is checking people over 40 who have a higher-than-average heart stress marker (NT-proBNP) to see if they have undiagnosed atrial fibrillation. You'll use a smartphone to track your heart rhythm at home.
TromsøAges 40 years+ - NCT07344610Recruiting
Short-term high-dose statin therapy after stroke
This trial tests whether starting a high dose of a statin (a cholesterol-lowering medicine) soon after a stroke can improve your cholesterol levels. It is for people who have had a stroke or have significant narrowing of arteries in the brain or neck.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18 years+ - NCT07345481Recruiting
Learning new connections in brain injury
This study tests whether people with an acquired brain injury can learn new connections between symbols and words using a computer-based learning method. The goal is to see if this approach can help with cognitive rehabilitation.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18–75 - NCT07347691Recruiting
AI predicts atrial fibrillation after stroke of unknown cause
This trial uses an artificial intelligence (AI) program to see if it can predict which patients who had a stroke from an unknown cause might develop atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart rhythm). If you have a small heart monitor already implanted, the AI will analyze your ECGs to find early signs of AFib, which could help prevent future strokes.
AnsanAges 30 years+ - NCT07353424Recruiting
Salicornia extract for memory after a small stroke
This study tests whether a polyphenol-rich extract from a salt-tolerant plant called Salicornia can slow memory decline in people who have had a lacunar stroke. It compares the extract to the usual care you would receive.
SevilleAges 40–90 - NCT07356011Recruiting
Exoskeleton for balance after stroke
This trial tests whether wearing a robotic exoskeleton can help improve balance and reduce falls in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and still have leg weakness. It may be a good fit if you are worried about falling and can walk on a treadmill without a cane or walker.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT07357181Recruiting
How handedness affects arm recovery after stroke
This trial looks at how being left- or right-handed affects arm recovery after a recent stroke. It aims to help personalize rehabilitation for better outcomes.
OrléansAges 18 years+ - NCT07357428Recruiting
Brain-computer implant study for severe paralysis or speech loss
This study tests a brain-computer implant that might help people with severe paralysis or speech loss control a computer with their thoughts. It is for people who have trouble moving and speaking due to a progressive disease or injury.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 22–75 - NCT07358832Recruiting
Brain stimulation for vision loss after recent brain injury
This trial tests whether combining brain stimulation with visual exercises can help improve vision loss caused by a recent brain injury. It is designed for people in the early recovery phase (within 3 months of injury) who have visual field deficits, but not other conditions like neglect or eye movement problems.
Milan, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT07360899Recruiting
Closing the left atrial appendage during heart surgery to prevent stroke
This trial tests if closing the left atrial appendage with a special stitch during planned heart surgery can help prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation. If you already need heart surgery, this extra step may reduce your future stroke risk.
Kamenitz, VojvodinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07363525Recruiting
Early experience with Tigertriever for stroke clot removal
This study looks at the early experience using the Tigertriever device to remove blood clots from large arteries in the brain. It may help researchers understand how well the device works in real-life practice for people having a stroke.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07371455RecruitingPhase 1
LWP779 safety trial for healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new oral medication called LWP779 in healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. It helps determine the right dose for future studies.
AdelaideAges 18–65 - NCT07384143Recruiting
Robotic arm rehab for cognitive recovery after stroke
This study tests whether robot-assisted arm exercises can help people recover both arm movement and thinking skills. It may be an option if you have arm weakness after a stroke or other neurological condition.
Messina, MaineAges 18–75 - NCT00018889Recruiting
Understanding Movement Disorders Through Genetics and Traits
This research study helps scientists understand how genes and family traits connect to movement disorders like Parkinson's disease or tremor. You may be asked to answer questions about your symptoms, provide family history, and possibly have an MRI scan to help researchers learn more about these conditions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT00060541Recruiting
Evaluation and treatment of brain and nerve surgery conditions
This is a research program at the National Institutes of Health that evaluates and treats people with surgical brain and nerve conditions—like brain tumors, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and chronic pain. You'll receive expert evaluation and care while helping doctors learn more about these disorders.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–99 - NCT00001208Recruiting
Botulinum toxin for involuntary movement and muscle disorders
This study tests botulinum toxin (a medication that relaxes muscles) to treat various involuntary movements like tremors, muscle spasms, or uncontrolled facial movements. The goal is to see if this treatment can reduce your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT00001248Recruiting
MRI Brain Imaging Study for Multiple Sclerosis
This research study uses MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)—a safe, non-invasive scanner—to take detailed pictures of your brain and understand how multiple sclerosis (MS) affects it over time. You may qualify whether you have MS or are a healthy volunteer for comparison.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00004568Recruiting
Study of inherited neurological disorders and family genetics
This research study evaluates people with inherited neurological conditions (nervous system disorders that run in families) and their relatives. Researchers aim to better understand these conditions and improve diagnosis through clinical exams and genetic testing.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–120 - NCT01730131Recruiting
Study of PML in patients, at-risk people, and healthy volunteers
This study follows people with suspected or confirmed progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), people at higher risk, and healthy volunteers. It uses visits, brain imaging (MRI), and stored biological samples to better understand how PML progresses and who is at risk.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–120 - 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 - NCT00004577Recruiting
New Brain Imaging Methods Research Study
This research study tests new ways to take detailed pictures of your brain using MRI (a safe imaging machine). You'll help researchers develop better imaging methods by lying still in the scanner for up to 2 hours.
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 - NCT01581580Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation surgery for movement disorders
This study looks at whether deep brain stimulation surgery can help people with certain movement problems, chosen by a specialized team. You may be considered if medicines (or other treatments) aren’t controlling your symptoms well enough or if the condition causes major disability.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,747 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.