Clinical trials
Upper Limb clinical trials
Below are recruiting upper limb clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 198 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07290504Recruiting
Tourniquet Release Methods for People with High Blood Pressure
This study tests two ways of releasing a tourniquet (a pressure cuff) after arm surgery to see which keeps blood pressure more stable in people with controlled high blood pressure. If you are having arm or hand surgery with a tourniquet, you may be able to join.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07288385Recruiting
Virtual reality and brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests if using virtual reality along with mild brain stimulation can help improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke. It is for those who are at least three months past their stroke and have moderate arm weakness.
RiyadhAges 18 years+ - NCT05817786Recruiting
Electrical nerve stimulation for persistent arm nerve pain
This trial tests whether stimulating the nerve roots in the shoulder area can reduce long-lasting nerve pain in one arm. It may help people whose arm pain has not improved with standard nerve-pain treatments.
Lyon, FranceAges 1.5 years–80 years - NCT07285837Recruiting
Intensive arm rehab for kids with cerebral palsy
This study tests an intensive rehabilitation program for the upper limb (arm and hand) in children and teens with cerebral palsy. It aims to improve arm function and may help your child gain more control and independence.
Saint-Fargeau-Ponthierry, Île-de-France RegionAges 3–17 - NCT06884553Recruiting
Robotic arm therapy vs. standard therapy for chronic stroke
This study compares two types of arm therapy for people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago: one using a robotic device and the other using standard occupational therapy (exercises with a therapist). The goal is to see which helps more with arm movement and function.
Florence, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07273201Recruiting
Comparing two arm exercises after stroke
This study tests two different types of arm exercises to see which one helps improve arm function better during early stroke recovery. It is for people who recently had a stroke on one side of their brain and are in the early stages of recovery.
CairoAges 50–60 - NCT06892886Recruiting
Virtual reality for arm rehab after stroke
This trial tests if immersive virtual reality can help people recover arm movement after a recent stroke. If you had a first stroke within the last month and still have arm weakness, this might be an option.
FerraraAges 18–80 - NCT07254390Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve in the ear can improve arm and hand recovery when combined with physical therapy. It is for people who had a stroke within the last 6 months and have some arm weakness but can still move their arm a little.
Montescano, PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT07257679RecruitingPhase 4
Gentle touch for arm swelling after breast cancer surgery
This study tests a gentle hand-on technique (called Gentle Touch) to see if it helps reduce arm swelling in women who developed lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. It may offer a new way to manage this side effect.
Roma, RMAges 30–75 - NCT07244081Recruiting
Movement therapy for arm use in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether a type of physical therapy called kinesiotherapy can improve arm and hand function and daily living skills in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (weakness on one side). It may help children who can follow simple directions and participate in therapy sessions.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–13 - NCT06906679Recruiting
Upper limb rehab for Parkinson's disease
This trial tests an upper limb rehabilitation program for people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to improve arm and hand function while on regular medication.
Cassino, FRAges 30–80 - NCT06876597Recruiting
Robotic arm therapy for stroke recovery
This trial tests a robotic arm system that combines movement and thinking tasks to help people recover arm function after a first stroke. It is for people aged 40–80 who had a stroke within the last 2 weeks to 6 months and have some arm weakness but not too severe.
FuzhouAges 40–80 - NCT06945185Recruiting
Motor imagery training for arm strength after stroke
This trial tests if imagining arm movements (motor imagery training) can help improve arm strength in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. It is a non-drug, mental practice approach that may help your brain relearn movement.
IslamabadAges 45 years+ - NCT06945211Recruiting
Mirror therapy for arm movement after stroke
This study tests whether doing arm exercises while watching the reflection of your good arm in a mirror can help improve movement and function in your affected arm after a stroke.
IslamabadAges 45 years+ - NCT07156955Recruiting
Arm movement training after stroke
This trial tests a training program that uses your sense of arm position to improve arm movement after a stroke. It may help if you have trouble feeling where your arm is in space.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07153536Recruiting
Spinal stimulation and therapy for arm weakness after stroke
This trial tests if electrical stimulation of the spinal cord, combined with physical therapy, can improve arm and hand function after a stroke. It is for people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and still have significant weakness in one arm.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 22–70 - NCT07146789Recruiting
Home arm exercise program for stroke recovery
This trial tests a home-based arm exercise program for people who had a single stroke 3 to 12 months ago. The program is designed to help improve arm function and quality of life through repeated, graded movements.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07148466Recruiting
Shoulder and arm exercises for stroke with shoulder blade issues
This trial tests if specific shoulder and arm exercises can improve movement and walking in people who had a stroke and have shoulder blade problems. It may help if you have some muscle tightness but can still follow instructions.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT07151729Recruiting
Mild Brain Stimulation to Improve Arm Recovery After Stroke
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (called tDCS) can help people recover arm movement after a recent stroke. It is for people who have severe weakness in one arm and are still within the first 8 weeks of recovery.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT07136506Recruiting
Walking and arm movement study in healthy volunteers
This study looks at how people walk and move their arms to gather normal movement patterns. It may help doctors better understand different movement conditions in the future.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT07136844Recruiting
Walking and arm movement study for nerve and muscle conditions
This study uses motion analysis to understand walking and arm function in adults with certain neurological or metabolic diseases. The goal is to find patterns that help doctors better manage these conditions.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT07121075Recruiting
Effects of a dynamic arm support in daily life
This trial tests whether a dynamic arm support (a device that helps lift your arm) improves your daily activities. You can join if you already use one of the specific Focal Meditech arm supports.
TilburgAges 16 years+ - NCT07084740Recruiting
Study of blood flow in skin flaps for reconstruction
This study looks at how blood flows through special skin flaps used in reconstructive surgery. It may help doctors better understand and predict how these flaps heal, especially for people who need repair after injuries or pressure sores.
MontpellierAges 18–70 - NCT06962397Recruiting
Using touch to improve recovery after stroke
This study tests if using a special device to feel different textures can help improve hand and arm recovery in people who have had a stroke.
MoscowAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for upper limb?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 198 recruiting upper limb 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 limb 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 limb 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.