Clinical trials
Upper Extremity clinical trials
Below are recruiting upper extremity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 148 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07220005Recruiting
Ultrasound brain stimulation for arm weakness after stroke
This study tests a new non-invasive therapy using low-intensity focused ultrasound to stimulate the brain area affected by a stroke, which may help improve arm weakness in people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT02366221Enrolling by invitation
Study of long-term outcomes after complex arm or leg injuries
This study looks at how people do long-term after complex injuries to the arm or leg, after their usual care is finished. It may help doctors understand what outcomes to expect and improve future treatment planning.
Ages 18 years+ - NCT07592494Recruiting
Arm Exercise Training for Heart Failure With Device
This study compares different types of arm exercises for people with heart failure who have a pacemaker or defibrillator implanted. The goal is to see which exercise approach best improves how well your arms function and help you stay active.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT05638191Recruiting
Nerve transfer surgery for arm grasp after neck spinal cord injury
This study looks at whether nerve transfer surgery can help restore hand grasp function after a neck (cervical) spinal cord injury. You may be eligible if your injury is recent and you meet specific strength patterns and can commit to rehabilitation after surgery.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–70 - NCT06349434Recruiting
Powered arm brace for spinal cord injury recovery
This trial tests whether a powered wearable device (Myo-Pro) can help people with spinal cord injury improve arm and hand function for daily activities. It is designed for those who already have some arm movement and want to regain more independence.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–80 - NCT07641556Recruiting
Remote training for arm movement in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether doing arm-coordination exercises remotely (via video call) with dual tasks—like moving your arms while counting—can help improve hand function in people with Parkinson's disease. You'd do sessions at home with a caregiver's help.
AnkaraAges 40 years+ - NCT07070791Recruiting
Exercise program for arm strength and fitness after breast cancer
This trial tests whether a combination of arm-strengthening and aerobic exercises helps breast cancer patients who are at least 15 months past surgery and not very active. The goal is to see if this home-based program improves arm function and overall fitness.
Ankara, StateAges 18–80 - NCT07314450Recruiting
Pain and sedation for fracture and dislocation treatment in the ER
This study tests how well pain and sedation medicines work in the emergency department when treating adults with certain broken bones or dislocated joints that need to be set or casted. It aims to see which approach is safest and most comfortable for patients.
Holbæk, Region SjællandAges 18 years+ - NCT07484854Recruiting
FES-assisted arm bike training for recent stroke recovery
This study tests whether adding Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) to arm bike exercises can help improve arm movement in people who had a stroke within the last six months. It is designed for those with weakness on one side of the body.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 18–85 - NCT04057638Recruiting
Facial and hand transplant study for severe face and hand loss
This trial looks at transplanting donor tissue to rebuild parts of the face and one or both hands/forearms after major damage or loss. It aims to see if this approach can restore function and appearance, while carefully managing safety and side effects like the need for long-term immune-suppressing medicines.
New York, New YorkAges 18–64 - NCT06152328Recruiting
Virtual reality mirror therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests whether virtual reality mirror therapy can help people recover arm movement after a stroke. It is for people who had an ischemic stroke a few months ago and still have some arm weakness.
Bolu, MerkezAges 40–80 - NCT06574737Recruiting
Can muscle signals predict arm recovery after stroke?
This study tests whether a simple muscle signal test (called surface EMG) can predict how well your arm will recover after a stroke. It involves placing small stickers on your skin to measure muscle activity while you try to move your affected arm.
Bandung, West JavaAges 18 years+ - NCT05866003Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus hand training after stroke
This trial tests whether a combination of brain stimulation and structured hand practice can improve hand movement for people recovering from stroke. It may help because the training targets upper-limb function while using therapy intended to support recovery.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21–90 - NCT06153121Recruiting
Arm and shoulder tests for healthy tennis players and swimmers
This study is for healthy tennis players and swimmers. It tests a set of physical performance tests for the upper body (arms, shoulders, hands) to see how well they measure athletic ability. If you are a competitive tennis player or swimmer and have no arm or shoulder problems, you may be eligible.
GhentAges 12–40 - NCT06715397Enrolling by invitation
Turkish questionnaire for arm, shoulder, or hand injury patients
This study is testing a Turkish version of a questionnaire that measures how well people with arm, shoulder, or hand injuries can do daily activities. If you join, you will fill out the questionnaire to help make sure it works well for Turkish-speaking patients.
Yenişehir, MersinAges 18 years+ - NCT06754579Recruiting
High-volume arm training for physical and mental gains
This study tests whether doing high-volume arm exercises improves both your physical strength and your thinking skills. It's for people who are not very active and are generally healthy.
Tarsus, Mersi̇nAges 18–50 - NCT05422014Recruiting
Life Care Specialist program after upper arm injury surgery
This trial tests a “Life Care Specialist” support program for adults having surgery for an upper-extremity (arm/hand) injury. It may help by improving follow-up and getting the right support during recovery through phone check-ins and surveys.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07661849Recruiting
Comparing remote vs. in-person arm therapy after stroke
This trial compares two types of therapy—telehealth sessions at home versus in-person sessions—to help people recover arm and hand movement after a recent stroke. It aims to see if remote therapy works as well as coming to the clinic.
El Paso, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT05492513Recruiting
Constraint therapy for adults with mild arm weakness after stroke
This study tests a therapy that focuses on using your weaker arm more after a stroke by “constraining” the better arm during training. It may help improve how you move and use your hand and wrist in daily life if you still have mild movement and can participate in clinic sessions.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06991205Recruiting
Web mind-body program for pain and substance use
This trial tests a web-based mind-body program to help people who have ongoing arm or hand pain and also use substances like alcohol or cannabis. It aims to improve resilience and reduce pain without requiring in-person visits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07257107Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation plus robot training for stroke recovery
This trial tests if combining a gentle ear nerve stimulation device with robot-assisted arm training can improve arm function in people who had a stroke more than six months ago.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT06603870RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing blood clots in cancer patients with catheter-related clots
This study tests whether a lower dose of the blood thinner apixaban (Eliquis) can safely prevent another blood clot in people with cancer who have a catheter-related clot in their upper arm or neck. It aims to find a balance between preventing clots and reducing bleeding risk.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07018336Recruiting
Mirror therapy vs virtual reality for arm recovery after stroke
This study compares two therapies—mirror therapy and virtual reality—to help improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke. It aims to find which approach works better for recovery.
Istanbul, GaziosmanpaşaAges 18–75 - NCT06672458Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to help arm and hand function after spinal cord injury
This trial uses a non-invasive device called MyndMove to apply small electrical pulses to the arm muscles, helping to improve movement after a spinal cord or nerve injury. It may be an option for people who still have some connection between their brain and arm muscles.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for upper extremity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 148 recruiting upper extremity 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 upper extremity 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 upper extremity 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.
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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.