Brain injury

This study tested whether injections of MYOBLOC (botulinum toxin type B) can safely reduce muscle tightness in the arm and hand of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or other conditions. The trial planned to enroll about 300 participants bu…

This study aimed to see if the steroid dexamethasone could help people with traumatic brain injury who had brain contusions and swelling. It planned to enroll 600 adults, giving them a short course of dexamethasone or a placebo. The main goal was to measure recovery using the Gla…

This study tested a wearable device that sits on the neck to detect swallowing problems in people with conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, or dementia. The device was compared to a standard X-ray test. Unfortunately, the device did not meet the a…

This small pilot study aimed to see if it's possible to start neck therapy earlier for people with concussion and neck pain. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped. The main goal was to check if the study process worked, not to measure how well the treatment helped s…

This study tested a music therapy program for adults with acquired brain injury, aiming to improve their comfort and well-being. Researchers worked with 27 hospitalized patients to see if group music sessions could help them feel better. The study was stopped early, so results ar…

This study tested whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) could help children aged 8-15 with prolonged post-concussion syndrome after a mild brain injury. The trial planned to enroll 52 participants but was terminated early. The goal was…

This study looked at whether adding osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy that moves muscles and joints — to standard care helps people recover from concussions. It included 39 people aged 13 to 55 who had a concussion within the last 12 days. The goal was…

This study looked at whether a special hand massage technique, called manual lymphatic drainage, could help clear fluid from the brain in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Only 2 people took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers measured changes …

This study looked at whether weighted blankets can help reduce agitation and improve sleep in people recovering from a brain injury. Ten adults in a UK rehabilitation unit used the blankets for 7 days. The main goal was to see if such a study is practical in a hospital setting, n…

This study tested a personalized walking and balance training program using a KineAssist robotic treadmill for people recovering from traumatic brain injury, stroke, or other acquired brain injuries. The goal was to safely challenge and improve walking speed, balance, strength, a…

This study looked at whether adding functional electrical stimulation (FES) to robotic hand therapy could improve arm movement in people who had a stroke within the past year. Researchers planned to compare two groups: one getting standard rehab plus robotic therapy and FES, and …

This study tested whether nortriptyline, a common antidepressant, could ease headaches after a concussion better than a placebo. It included teens aged 13-21 with recent head trauma. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 8 people, so the results are not reliable.

This study compared two breathing techniques (CPAP and eSigh) in 18 patients with brain injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The goal was to see which method better maintains oxygen levels in the brain without causing harm. The trial was terminated early, so fin…

This study tested a drug called Oxycyte in people with severe head injuries to see if it could safely increase oxygen levels in the brain. Only 9 patients took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to measure how the drug affected brain chemistry, but no clea…

This study aimed to create and test an educational resource for children with mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) and their parents. Researchers planned to work with stakeholders like doctors, coaches, and school nurses to develop the resource and see if it could be used in …

This study looked at whether a special exam called Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) could help classify people with concussions based on how they respond to certain movements. Researchers planned to enroll people aged 13 to 65 with neck pain, headache, or dizziness after a …

This study tested whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation applied to the skin over the upper spine could temporarily improve arm and hand strength, control, and spasticity in people with traumatic brain injury. Only 14 participants were enrolled before the study was termina…

This study tested a new questionnaire called the Brain Injury Self-Efficacy Scale to see how well it measures a person's confidence in managing challenges after a brain injury. Researchers compared it with other standard self-efficacy scales. The study involved 150 adults with a …

This pilot study aimed to see if antiseizure drugs like phenobarbital and levetiracetam change brain connectivity patterns in people with severe acute brain injury and reduced consciousness. Only 5 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated. Researchers used resti…

This study looked at whether measuring two proteins in the blood (S100B and copeptin) can help doctors decide if a child with a head injury needs a CT scan. Many children get CT scans that are normal, exposing them to radiation. The study enrolled 167 children aged 3 months to 15…

This study aimed to compare two common sedatives, propofol and midazolam, in patients with traumatic brain injury who needed a breathing tube. Researchers wanted to see if one drug led to better recovery or different levels of inflammation markers called cytokines. However, the t…