Clinical trials
Upper Extremity clinical trials
Below are recruiting upper extremity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 138 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07073248Recruiting
Brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called iTBS to see if it can improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It might help you regain some function in your weaker arm.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07070778Recruiting
Arterial stiffness study for breast cancer survivors
This study looks at how breast cancer treatment affects artery health. It tests whether artery stiffness is linked to recovery, and may help guide future rehabilitation programs.
Ankara, StateAges 40–69 - NCT07055945Recruiting
Visual-motor training for arm function after stroke
This trial tests if a type of training that combines eye exercises with arm movements can help people who have had a stroke regain better use of their affected arm.
Ankara, TürkiyeAges 18–75 - NCT07056049Recruiting
Extra arm exercises after stroke
This trial tests whether adding more arm exercises early after a stroke helps people recover arm and hand movement. If you qualify, you would get extra motor training in addition to your regular therapy.
OfakimAges 18 years+ - NCT07039799Recruiting
Virtual reality for arm function in Duchenne
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) games can help improve arm and hand function in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It may be a fun and engaging way to do exercises that strengthen your upper body.
Istanbul, FatihAges 7–18 - NCT07014696Recruiting
Taping and exercise for hand function after stroke
This trial tests two rehabilitation methods - special exercise (PNF) and elastic taping - to see which one helps improve hand function in people who have weakness on one side of the body after a stroke. The goal is to find a better way to regain hand movement and daily use.
Istanbul, BahçeşirAges 18 years+ - NCT06806514Recruiting
Exercise and muscle strength in chronic low back pain
This trial measures how well you can use your arms and how strong your breathing and other muscles are if you have chronic low back pain. It aims to understand the links between these factors to improve future treatments.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06903416RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nerve stimulation for arm and hand function after spinal cord injury
This study tests a non-invasive, painless nerve stimulation technique to see if it can improve arm and hand function after a spinal cord injury. It may help people who have had a neck-level injury more than 9 months ago.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–75 - NCT06903962Recruiting
Mind-body program for chronic arm or hand pain
This trial tests whether a mind-body program can help people with long-term pain in their upper arm, forearm, or hand that is not caused by a clear physical injury. It focuses on retraining how your brain responds to pain triggers.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–60 - NCT06837363Recruiting
Smart board rehab for arm weakness after brain injury
This trial tests a smart board therapy that you can do without in-person contact to help improve arm movement if you have weakness on one side from a stroke, brain injury, or tumor. It is for people who are at least 3 months past their diagnosis and can understand simple instructions.
SeoulAges 19–85 - NCT06837324Recruiting
Smart glove therapy for arm weakness after brain injury
This study tests a smart glove system that provides arm and hand exercises at home for people who had a brain injury (like a stroke) more than 3 months ago and have weakness on one side. The goal is to improve use of the affected arm without needing frequent hospital visits.
SeoulAges 19–85 - NCT06797154Recruiting
Stroke recovery study: wrist sensor to boost arm use
This study tests a wrist-worn sensor that vibrates to remind you to use your weaker arm. It's designed for people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months ago and have some arm weakness, to help them use their affected arm more during daily activities.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT06743607Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to improve arm and hand function at home
This trial tests whether using a special device that sends small electrical currents to the spinal cord can help people recovering from a recent spinal cord injury regain movement in their arms and hands. The treatment happens in your home with the help of a caregiver.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06485934Recruiting
A new questionnaire to measure fear of arm movement
This study is for people with arm or shoulder problems who are afraid of moving because they worry about pain or injury. Researchers want to test a new questionnaire that measures this fear, so they can better understand and help patients like you.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06489106Enrolling by invitation
Spinal stimulation to improve hand function in kids with spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive spinal stimulation device to help children with spinal cord injury regain hand strength and control. It may improve grip and daily activities.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 7–12 - 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+ - NCT06172621Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation study for ALS hand weakness
This study tests whether combining brain and spinal cord stimulation can improve hand function in people with ALS who have partial weakness but still some movement in their fingers. The goal is to see if this non-invasive approach can strengthen nerve connections.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT06065384Recruiting
Arm training for recovery after recent spinal cord injury
This trial tests a type of arm and hand exercise training to see if it helps the brain and nerves recover after a recent spinal cord injury in the neck. It may help people who have some movement left in their arms or hands.
AntwerpAges 16–90 - NCT05897775RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new deep brain stimulator approach for essential tremor
This Phase 1 study tests a coordinated reset deep brain stimulation program for people with essential tremor. It may help reduce tremor symptoms using a specific implanted brain-stimulation device, along with special high-strength MRI and CT imaging before and after surgery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT05825157Recruiting
Tested combined treatment for arm swelling after cancer
This study looks at a combination treatment to improve swelling in one arm caused by lymphedema. You may be a good candidate if your arm swelling has not fully improved with standard compression therapy and you are able to have surgery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05628324Recruiting
Muscle-training video game for arm recovery after stroke
This trial uses a video game controlled by arm muscle activity to help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago regain arm movement. The game retrains muscle patterns to improve arm function.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05515237Recruiting
Therapy to improve arm use after stroke
This study tests a therapy plan that focuses on using your more-affected arm more often after stroke, plus added sensory activities. It may help improve how well you can move and use that arm in daily life.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–89 - NCT05292339RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac shot for painful hand and arm tendon/joint problems
This trial studies whether a ketorolac injection can safely reduce pain and symptoms from certain shoulder, elbow, hand, or wrist tendon or joint conditions. It may help people who haven’t had surgery for the problem yet.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05267951Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal stimulation to improve hand use after spinal injury
This trial tests a smart form of spinal stimulation that responds to your body’s signals to help improve upper-extremity (arm/hand) function after a spinal cord injury. If it works, it may make everyday hand tasks like dressing, grooming, or feeding easier.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for upper extremity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 138 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.
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.