Stroke disorder
MONDO:0005098A sudden loss of neurological function secondary to hemorrhage or ischemia in the brain parenchyma due to a vascular event.
Also known as: CVA, CVA, cerebrovascular accident, cerebrovascular accident, cerebrovascular accident, (CVA), stroke, stroke syndrome, syndrome, stroke, undetermined stroke
2537 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Intensive care protocol aims to tame brain hemorrhage in first critical hours
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial investigates a 'maximal medical treatment' bundle for people with intracerebral hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain). The bundle includes rapid blood pressure control, reversal of blood thinners, and a drug to reduce bleeding, all delivered within the first 72 hours in a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New pulsed suction device aims to clear stroke clots faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called the RapidPulse Aspiration System, which uses precisely timed suction to remove blood clots from brain arteries in people having a severe stroke. The trial will enroll 170 adults aged 18 to 80 who can be treated within 8 hours of stroke symptom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: RapidPulse, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Brain infusion trial hopes to restore movement in chronic stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called ASP2246 for adults who have trouble moving after a stroke. In the first part, small groups get increasing doses via brain surgery to check safety. In the second part, some get the drug and others get a sham surgery, with neither patient nor doct…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Virtual reality could help stroke survivors walk again in the real world
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new virtual reality (VR) walking therapy for people who have had a stroke within the past 1 to 6 months. Participants will use either a fully immersive VR system that lets them walk over ground in realistic environments, or a semi-immersive VR system on a tread…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise after stroke may shield brain from dementia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting a special exercise program soon after a stroke can protect the brain from memory loss and dementia. Researchers will enroll 120 people who had a stroke in the past 6 months. Participants will do a mix of exercises, and the study will measure chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Common antibiotic could help stroke patients recover
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antibiotic minocycline can improve recovery in people having an ischemic stroke. About 934 adults will receive either minocycline or a placebo, in addition to standard clot-busting medication. The goal is to see if minocycline leads to better function…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Second chance: new stroke treatment could save more brain tissue
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a second dose of the clot-busting drug prourokinase can help stroke patients who have a blocked medium or large artery and don't show improvement one hour after the first dose. About 122 adults will be enrolled within 4.5 hours of stroke onset. The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Stop shop: new study tests dual procedure for AFib patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether it is safe and effective to perform two heart procedures at the same time in people with atrial fibrillation (AF). The first procedure uses pulsed field ablation to correct the heart's rhythm, and the second closes off a small pouch in the heart to r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart device aims to cut stroke risk without Long-Term blood thinners
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called CLAAS that is placed in the heart to prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). About 1600 participants will be randomly assigned to get either the new device or one of two already-approved devices. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Conformal Medical, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a heart drug save brains after a burst aneurysm?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving the drug milrinone directly into the brain's arteries, followed by a 72-hour IV drip, can prevent brain damage in people who develop artery spasms after a bleeding stroke from a burst aneurysm. The trial will enroll 306 adults across multiple hospi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stroke device aims to clear clots faster and safer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device and technique (ADAPT 2.0) for removing blood clots in people having an acute ischemic stroke. The goal is to see if it can restore blood flow more completely and safely than current methods. About 750 adults who are already scheduled for clot removal…
Sponsor: Imperative Care, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New plavix rival enters human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial compares a new investigational drug, CG-0255, to the established blood thinner Plavix in 136 healthy adults aged 18-55. The goal is to see if CG-0255 is processed by the body similarly to Plavix and has the same effect on preventing blood clots. Participant…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai CureGene Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality could boost stroke recovery, early trial hints
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting virtual reality-based rehabilitation within 24 hours of an acute ischemic stroke can improve arm muscle strength, thinking skills, and motivation to exercise. One hundred adults recently diagnosed with stroke will be randomly assigned to either v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tri-Service General Hospital (TSGH) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Race against time: can surgery within hours save brain bleed patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether removing a brain bleed with a minimally invasive scope within hours of symptoms improves recovery. 300 adults with a specific type of brain bleed will be randomly assigned to either get the surgery plus standard care, or standard care alone. The study wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 'Goal-Plan-Do-Check' method help stroke survivors regain independence?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a structured problem-solving approach called CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance) for adults who have had a stroke or traumatic brain injury. Participants learn a 'Goal-Plan-Do-Check' strategy to tackle everyday tasks like dressing or c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Louise Møldrup Nielsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for bleeding stroke: can clevidipine save brains?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug clevidipine can lower blood pressure quickly and steadily in people having a bleeding stroke (intracerebral hemorrhage). High blood pressure can make the bleeding worse, so getting it under control fast is critical. The trial will compare clevidi…
Sponsor: Zeenat Qureshi Stroke Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to catch debris during heart procedure, reduce stroke risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called EmStop that captures debris during a heart valve replacement procedure (TAVR) for aortic stenosis. About 663 people will be randomly assigned to receive either the EmStop device or a standard device. The goal is to see if EmStop reduces the ri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: EmStop Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stomach drug could shield heart patients from bleeding
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two stomach-acid-lowering drugs—tegoprazan and rabeprazole—in about 3,300 heart disease patients who take blood thinners and are at high risk for stomach bleeding. The goal is to see if tegoprazan works as well as rabeprazole at preventing serious gut problems…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Duk-Woo Park, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own stem cells heal your brain? new trial tests it
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether stem cells taken from a person's own bone marrow and then given back through the veins and nose can improve brain and nerve function. It includes 500 people with various conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and nerve damage. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Should heart bypass patients get blood thinners for new atrial fibrillation? major trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a blood thinner to standard antiplatelet therapy helps prevent strokes and blood clots in people who develop a new, temporary irregular heartbeat after coronary artery bypass surgery. About 3,200 adults who had bypass surgery and then experience…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart robotic sleeve reads muscle signals to restore arm movement after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a new clothing-like robotic arm that detects muscle signals to help people who have had a stroke move their arm and hand. The device supports coordinated movements of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers during 20 one-hour training sessions. The study includes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a lower dose of stroke drug be safer for seniors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a lower dose of the clot-busting drug tenecteplase is safer and just as effective as the standard dose for treating acute ischemic stroke in people aged 70 and older. About 798 participants will receive either a low dose (0.175 mg/kg) or the standard…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Southwest Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Which therapy helps stroke survivors move better? new trial tests mirror vs. constraint therapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two rehabilitation techniques—mirror therapy and modified constraint-induced movement therapy—to see which better improves arm function in people who had a stroke. Sixteen participants with hemiplegia (weakness on one side) will be randomly assigned to one of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nisa Kiliç Koçak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a natural brain booster help stroke survivors walk again?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding GM1, a natural brain substance, to standard clot-removal treatment helps people recover better after a severe stroke. About 868 adults in China who have a blocked artery in the front part of the brain will receive either GM1 or a placebo daily for …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug could boost stroke recovery by calming brain inflammation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug sivelestat sodium, given alongside standard clot-removal surgery, can help people recover better after a major stroke. The trial will include 868 adults aged 18-80 with large-vessel blockage in the front part of the brain. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New device aims to seal brain aneurysms and prevent strokes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called a flow modulator to treat wide-necked brain aneurysms. The device is placed inside the artery to redirect blood flow away from the aneurysm, helping it close off. Researchers will check if the device is safe and effective in 214 adults over 1…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: phenox Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New hope for Late-Stroke patients: drug trial uses advanced imaging to guide treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the drug tirofiban can help people who have had a stroke but missed the usual treatment window (more than 24 hours after symptoms start). The study uses a special MRI scan to select patients whose stroke is caused by a specific type of artery bloc…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Weifang Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug algorithm aims to quickly lower blood pressure in brain bleed patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a nicardipine infusion (a fast-acting blood pressure drug) can help more stroke patients with brain bleeding reach a safe blood pressure within one hour of arriving at the hospital. About 88 adults with acute intracerebral hemorrhage and high blood …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New study tests repatha® combo to slash heart risks in 7,000 chinese patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis real-world study is following 7,000 Chinese adults with established heart disease to see if adding Repatha® (a cholesterol-lowering injection) to their usual care reduces major cardiovascular events like heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related death. Participants are eithe…
Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Robot amplifies stroke Survivors' steps to boost balance
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a robotic device that amplifies a person's own walking movements can help improve balance in people who have had a stroke. Participants with chronic stroke (more than 6 months ago) will do two treadmill walking sessions—one in a normal environment and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Gut bacteria boost may slash heart surgery recovery time
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a daily fiber and magnesium supplement (WellBiome) for 6-8 weeks before heart surgery can improve recovery. Researchers will compare ICU time, complications, and hospital stay between 80 patients who get the supplement or a placebo. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug aims to shield heart and kidneys from major events
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a daily pill called orforglipron to see if it can prevent major heart problems (like heart attacks or strokes) and slow kidney disease in people who already have heart or kidney disease. About 7,140 adults will take either the drug or a placebo for up to 5 years.…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New stroke drug shows promise in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether sovateltide, a drug that stimulates ETB receptors, can improve recovery after an acute ischemic stroke. About 514 adults aged 18-80 will receive either sovateltide or a placebo alongside standard care. The main goal is to see if more patients achi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pharmazz, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New hope for stroke prevention in heart patients who Can't use standard meds
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental drugs, REGN7508 and REGN9933, to prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) who cannot or choose not to take standard blood thinners. About 2,628 participants will receive one of the drugs or a placebo to see if t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New pill combo aims to shield hearts in diabetes patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large phase 3 trial is testing whether adding vicadrostat to the existing drug empagliflozin can reduce the risk of heart problems in adults with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. About 11,800 participants will take either the combination or a placebo …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Mind-Controlled tablets: brain implant trial aims to give voice to the paralyzed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a brain-computer interface called BrainGate for people with paralysis from conditions like ALS or spinal cord injury. A small sensor is placed in the brain to interpret movement-related signals, allowing users to control a tablet computer just by thin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New blood thinners aim to cut stroke risk with fewer bleeding side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two experimental drugs, REGN7508 and REGN9933, in about 1,200 people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal is to see if these drugs can prevent blood clots and strokes with less bleeding compared to the standard blood thinner apixaban. Parti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Argon gas may shield brain during neck surgery, new trial hopes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether breathing in a safe, inexpensive gas called argon during carotid artery surgery can prevent brain damage and confusion after the operation. About 100 adults having elective carotid surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either argon gas or a placebo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Negovsky Reanimatology Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Virtual stroke units could bring expert care to more patients, study tests if they're as good as in-person units
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a new 'virtual stroke unit' approach to standard stroke unit care for people with a stroke who are not eligible for a clot removal procedure. The virtual unit uses video calls and monitoring equipment to let a specialist team at a main hospital help guide care…
Sponsor: Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for stroke survivors: closing a heart pouch may cut stroke risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether closing a small pouch in the heart (left atrial appendage) with a device, along with blood thinners, can prevent another stroke better than blood thinners alone. It includes 482 adults with atrial fibrillation who had a recent stroke despite taking antico…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a Cholesterol-Lowering drug stop brain arteries from narrowing further?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether pemafibrate, a drug that lowers triglycerides, can prevent the worsening of narrowed brain arteries in people who have already had a stroke or mini-stroke. About 270 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either pemafibrate plus standard care o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tokyo Women's Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for stroke patients: drug may work up to 24 hours later
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called tenecteplase (TNK) for people who have had a stroke caused by a blood clot in the brain. The drug is given up to 24 hours after symptoms start, using only a simple CT scan to decide who can get it. The goal is to see if TNK helps people recover bett…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain catcher: new device may prevent stroke during heart procedure
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called CHORDS that catches loose debris during a heart valve replacement procedure (TAVR). The debris can travel to the brain and cause a stroke. The trial will compare CHORDS to an existing device in 240 people with severe aortic stenosis. Participa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Resonova (Shanghai) Medtech Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study tests simpler blood thinner regimen after heart procedure
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two blood thinner strategies after left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) in people with atrial fibrillation. Sixty participants will receive either aspirin alone or aspirin plus clopidogrel for three months. The goal is to see which approach better prevents sma…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Robot arm trainer could aid chronic stroke recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the Luna EMG rehabilitation robot can help people who had a stroke more than a year ago improve arm movement. Five participants will use the robot for 30 minutes per session as part of their rehab. The goal is to see if the robot can make arm movements sm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Bladder thermometer may boost brain bleed recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a special bladder catheter that continuously measures body temperature can help guide treatment and improve recovery in people with severe brain bleeding. About 318 participants will be randomly assigned to either continuous bladder temperature moni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yanyan Gong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Stroke hope: clot removal may work even days later
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether removing a blood clot from the brain up to 72 hours after a stroke can help patients recover better than standard care. About 336 adults with severe strokes due to a large vessel blockage will be randomly assigned to get the clot removal procedure or usua…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heart drug pelacarsen tested for Long-Term safety in 5,700 patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term safety of the drug pelacarsen in people with high lipoprotein(a) and heart disease. About 5,700 participants who finished a previous pelacarsen trial will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and heart events. The goal is to see if …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New stroke drug could help patients treated up to 24 hours after symptoms start
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests a drug called Fortelyzin® (non-immunogenic staphylokinase) in 990 adults with acute ischemic stroke who can be treated between 4.5 and 24 hours after symptoms begin. Participants receive a single injection of the drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supergene, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug shrink dangerous brain aneurysms?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether infliximab (Remicade), a drug used for arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, can shrink a specific type of brain aneurysm called a dolichoectactic vertebrobasilar (DVB) aneurysm. These aneurysms are difficult to treat with surgery or stents, and th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New device aims to stop strokes in High-Risk heart patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if a catheter-based device that closes a small pouch in the heart (left atrial appendage) can prevent strokes or blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation who are already taking blood thinners. About 4000 participants at high risk of stroke will be enrolled.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a tiny neck filter stop strokes in heart patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether implanting small filters in the carotid arteries (the main neck arteries) can prevent repeat strokes in people with atrial fibrillation who have already had a stroke. Participants will receive the filters plus standard blood thinners, or blood thinners al…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Javelin Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Brain-Spine bridge aims to restore movement after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a device that reads brain signals and stimulates the spinal cord to help people with chronic stroke move their arms and legs again. Only 3 participants will be implanted with electrodes on the brain and spine. The main goal is to check safety, but researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Stroke treatment showdown: is removing the clot alone enough?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments for a severe type of stroke caused by a blockage in a major artery at the base of the brain. Some patients will get a clot-busting drug through a vein followed by a procedure to remove the clot, while others will have the clot removal procedure …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a late stroke drug give patients a second chance?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the clot-busting drug tenecteplase can help people who have a stroke more than 4.5 hours ago, including those who wake up with stroke symptoms. About 1,325 adults with brain imaging showing salvageable tissue will be randomly assigned to receive tenectepl…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New stroke device aims to quickly clear blocked arteries
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a medical device called the Penumbra System in 200 adults aged 18-75 who have had a severe stroke caused by a blocked artery. The device is used to remove the clot and restore blood flow to the brain. The main goal is to see how well and how safely the devic…
Sponsor: Penumbra Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New study tests safer stroke prevention for frail elderly with atrial fibrillation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatment strategies for elderly frail patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) who are at high risk for both stroke and bleeding. One group receives catheter ablation plus a device to close the left atrial appendage (LAAO), while the other receives ablation…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Placental stem cells injected to help stroke patients recover
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether stem cells from the placenta, given through an IV, are safe and might help people recover from a recent stroke. About 24 participants will receive either the stem cells or a placebo. Researchers will track their recovery over two years, focusi…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Stroke drug hope: new window of 24 hours for treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a clot-busting drug called tenecteplase can help people who have a stroke affecting the back part of the brain. Participants must start treatment between 4.5 and 24 hours after their first symptoms. The goal is to see if the drug improves recovery and dai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New stroke care program aims to cut complications and boost recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a nurse-led program called BEST CARE ICTUS_HC for adults hospitalized with acute stroke in hospitals without specialized stroke units. The program includes staff training, swallowing tests, and environmental adaptations to help with attention and safety. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Malaga • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New catheter aims to clear stroke clots faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called the Adaptive Tip Catheter for removing blood clots in people having a severe stroke. About 74 adults will receive the catheter procedure within 24 hours of stroke symptoms. The goal is to see if the device can restore blood flow in the brain w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Neuravi Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could blood thinners stop a second stroke? new trial investigates
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people over 65 who recently had a stroke with no clear cause. Doctors suspect they may have hidden atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) not caught in the hospital. The trial compares two treatments: a blood thinner (apixaban) or aspirin, to see which b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Which exercise helps stroke survivors regain balance? new study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two exercise programs—sensorimotor training and dual-task training—against standard physical therapy for stroke survivors. The goal is to see which approach best improves balance, mobility, and reduces fall risk. Fifty-four participants who had a stroke at lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can pressurized oxygen boost stroke recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) soon after emergency clot removal can improve recovery in people with severe stroke. Researchers plan to enroll 420 adults aged 18–80 who had a large-vessel blockage stroke …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New hope for stroke patients: could a pill combo replace the needle?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments for small ischemic strokes (lacunar strokes): a combination of antiplatelet drugs (pills) versus the standard clot-busting drug tPA given through an IV. The goal is to see if the pill combo works just as well but causes fewer bleeding problems. …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nippon Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Robotic glove and mind training may boost stroke recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding mental imagery training to robotic hand exercises improves arm and hand function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Forty participants will receive either robotic hand training alone or combined with mental imagery over 7 weeks. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Brain-Triggered zaps: new hope for stroke arm weakness?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device that uses brain signals to time magnetic pulses for stroke rehabilitation. The device reads blood flow changes in the brain and fires a magnetic pulse at the right moment to boost brain activity. Researchers will first test the system in healthy adul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Robotic hands may help stroke survivors regain movement faster
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a robotic hand device can help people recovering from a stroke improve hand strength and dexterity better than standard physical therapy. Thirty adults with sub-acute stroke (2 weeks to 6 months post-stroke) will be randomly assigned to receive either rob…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montiha Azeem • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Mind over matter: brain implant lets paralyzed patients control computers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests the safety and feasibility of the BrainGate2 system, a brain-computer interface. Tiny sensors are placed in the brain area that controls movement, allowing people with tetraplegia (paralysis of all four limbs) to control a computer cursor or other assistive devic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New antibody could reduce bleeding after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called TS23, an antibody that may help people recover from ischemic strokes by lowering the chance of bleeding in the brain. The trial involves 300 adults who have had a stroke and will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researchers will check for b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Translational Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New device aims to catch surgical debris, prevent stroke and kidney damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests a special cannula that captures debris during high-risk heart valve surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces the chance of stroke, kidney injury, and delirium. About 842 patients aged 60 and older will be randomly assigned to receive either the new device or a s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a common MS drug help stroke patients? new trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Diroximel Fumarate, a drug already used for multiple sclerosis, can reduce harmful brain swelling that often occurs after a hemorrhagic stroke. The swelling, called perihematomal edema, can worsen recovery. The trial will enroll 192 adults who have had a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Robotic foot therapy could help stroke survivors walk better
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether robot-assisted foot and ankle training, combined with virtual reality, can help people with chronic stroke walk faster and improve balance. Thirty participants will either receive this robotic therapy or standard manual training, plus usual rehab, for 6 w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medipol University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New brain artery device under Real-World watch
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is tracking how well a device called NeVa VS works to open narrowed brain arteries in people who had a bleeding aneurysm. The device is already approved for this use, and researchers want to see how it performs in routine care. About 200 adults will be followed to meas…
Sponsor: Vesalio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic boost stroke recovery? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antibiotic minocycline can improve recovery in people who have had a major stroke and undergone a procedure to remove a blood clot from a large brain artery. Even when the clot is successfully removed, many patients still have significant disability. …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Xiang Luo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Sleep learning may help stroke survivors regain arm movement
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining a brain-computer interface training with audio cues played during sleep can improve arm function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 70 participants will practice moving a cursor on a screen using muscle signals, then hear related …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic help stroke patients walk again?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the antibiotic minocycline to standard stroke treatment can improve recovery in people who had a severe stroke in the back of the brain. After a clot is removed, brain inflammation can limit healing. Minocycline may reduce that inflammation. The tr…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Xiang Luo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New care bundle aims to save lives after brain hemorrhage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured care bundle—including rapid blood pressure control, reversal of blood thinners, and management of fever and blood sugar—can improve outcomes for people with a brain bleed. About 3500 adults in Sweden and Australia will receive either the care…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New app aims to bring heart care to rural patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a digital app called VIRTUES that provides educational resources and treatment recommendations for heart conditions like atrial fibrillation and heart failure. Researchers will enroll 2000 patients across 11 modules to see if the app is easy to use and helps…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could sound waves wake the brain? new trial tests ultrasound for severe injury
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (tFUS) can help people with severe traumatic brain injury who have not fully recovered consciousness. Researchers will compare real tFUS to a sham (fake) treatment in 60 participants, measuring changes in consciousness usi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Stent after clot removal: a new hope for stroke patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether placing a stent in the brain artery after removing a clot can improve recovery for people having a severe stroke. About 342 adults aged 18-80 with a blocked large artery and significant residual narrowing will be randomly assigned to get either standard c…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ProMedica Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a pill box and text messages keep stroke patients healthy?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a tool called Savvy, which includes phone exercises, a weekly pill organizer, and text reminders, to help stroke survivors take their blood pressure medication as prescribed. Researchers will compare medication adherence and blood pressure control between those u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Mind-Controlled tech: brain implant gives hope to paralyzed patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a brain implant that records activity from the motor cortex and stimulates the sensory cortex. It aims to help people with severe arm or hand impairment—due to spinal cord injury, stroke, or amputation—control external devices like computers. The trial focuses on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michael Boninger • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Blood thinner warfarin under scrutiny for dialysis patients with irregular heartbeat
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the blood thinner warfarin can safely reduce stroke risk in people with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis who also have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). About 718 adults will be randomly assigned to take warfarin or not, and researchers…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nicholas Carlson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Shock and shake: new combo therapy aims to rebuild muscle after brain bleed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving patients electrical muscle stimulation and high-protein shakes soon after a type of stroke (aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage) can prevent muscle loss and improve recovery. Thirty adults will receive the combo therapy or standard care. The main go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New stroke drug enters early safety testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether a drug called anisodine hydrobromide is safe for people having a stroke caused by a blocked large artery in the brain. About 92 adults aged 18 to 80 who are already scheduled for a clot-removal procedure will receive the drug. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Capital Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Early rhythm control after stroke may save lives
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting heart rhythm control therapy soon after a stroke can prevent future strokes, heart-related deaths, or hospital stays in people with atrial fibrillation. About 1,746 participants will receive either early comprehensive treatment or usual care. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could a second drug boost stroke recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a clot-busting drug called tenecteplase directly into the brain artery after mechanical clot removal helps people recover better from a severe stroke. About 462 adults with a large vessel blockage in the front part of the brain will be randomly ass…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Melbourne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shield diabetic hearts from failure
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding baxdrostat to the standard drug dapagliflozin can better prevent heart failure and cardiovascular death in people with type 2 diabetes who already have heart disease and high blood pressure. About 11,300 participants will receive eithe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could a blood filter save stroke patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a procedure called hemoadsorption, which filters the blood, can help people with severe ischemic stroke. Researchers will compare standard care plus hemoadsorption to standard care alone in 116 adults. The goal is to see if the procedure reduces the chanc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New stroke drug BB-031 enters human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called BB-031 in people who have had a stroke within the last 24 hours. About 228 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will check for safety, side effects, and how the drug works in the body over 90 days. The main goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Basking Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New study tests diet and exercise combo to boost mobility in stroke survivors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a 15-week lifestyle program combining weight management and exercise can improve walking and daily function in obese veterans who had a stroke at least six months ago. Researchers will measure changes in walking distance, daily steps, and overall recov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could a simple neck device help stroke patients survive?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve (a major nerve in the neck) to see if it is safe and helpful for people who have had a severe bleeding stroke called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. About 25 adults in the intensive care unit will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New device hopes to spark recovery in stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a device that uses mild electrical pulses to stimulate arm muscles and the tongue can help stroke survivors regain arm movement. Researchers will enroll 288 participants, including stroke patients with arm weakness and healthy controls. The main goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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MRI brain scan could prevent unnecessary stroke surgeries
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new decision-making tool called IMPROVE that uses MRI scans to detect unstable plaques in the carotid artery. The goal is to see if this method is at least as good as the current standard (which mainly looks at how narrow the artery is) for selecting which pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a common drug help stroke patients heal faster?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a drug called Mexidol in people who have had an ischemic stroke (a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel in the brain). The goal is to see if Mexidol can reduce the size of the brain injury and improve recovery. The trial will involve 120 adults aged 18 to…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Pharmasoft • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Zapping the brain to help stroke survivors walk better
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a mild brain stimulation technique called tDCS, combined with treadmill training, can improve walking in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will enroll 100 adults who are at least 3 months past their first stroke and have trouble walking. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New peptide drug hopes to boost brain repair after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called QD202 in people who have had an acute ischemic stroke and received clot-busting medication. The drug is designed to cross into the brain and protect nerve cells. About 120 participants will receive either QD202 or a placebo daily for 5…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai QuietD Biotechnology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New coiling technique aims to stop Re-Bleeding in severe brain aneurysms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new way to treat severe brain bleeds caused by aneurysms. Instead of coiling the whole aneurysm, doctors will only coil the dome (the bulging part). The goal is to see if this lowers the risk of re-bleeding and improves recovery. The study will enroll 30 adu…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Stroke trial aims to prevent second attacks with tailored blood thinners
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using a blood test to guide antiplatelet therapy can better prevent recurrent strokes in people who have had a mild stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). About 5,100 participants will be assigned to either standard clopidogrel or ticagrelor base…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Custom skull cap may stop brain sinking after Life-Saving surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a custom 3D-printed external skull cap can prevent Sunken Flap Syndrome, a condition where the brain sinks after part of the skull is removed. 72 patients who had decompressive craniectomy will either wear the cap or not, and researchers will compare brai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a 3-Month Low-Dose blood thinner replace lifelong pills after heart procedure?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with atrial fibrillation can safely stop taking long-term blood thinners after a procedure that closes off a part of the heart called the left atrial appendage. Participants will get a reduced dose of the blood thinner apixaban for just 3 months…
Sponsor: National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a blood thinner prevent strokes in brain bleed survivors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two medicines—apixaban (a blood thinner) and aspirin—in people who have had a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage) and also have an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). The goal is to see which drug better prevents future strokes or death. About 700 pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Shocking the vagus nerve: new hope for stroke recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the vagus nerve in the neck, paired with physical therapy, to help people who had a stroke months or years ago. The goal is to see if this approach can safely improve arm and leg movement. About 40 adults with ch…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New device aims to clear Stroke-Causing clots fast
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well and how safely the Tigertriever device works to remove blood clots from large brain vessels in people having an ischemic stroke. About 150 adults will be treated within 8 hours of their first symptoms. The goal is to restore blood flow and improve rec…
Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could an Iron-Removing pill protect the brain after a burst aneurysm?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug deferiprone can safely lower iron levels in the brain after a bleeding aneurysm. About 66 adults who had a ruptured aneurysm will receive either deferiprone or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will measure iron in spinal fluid, brain MRI scans,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a cystic fibrosis drug help brain bleed survivors walk again?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving dornase alfa (a drug already used for cystic fibrosis) daily for up to 14 days after a brain bleed from a ruptured aneurysm can help people recover better. The goal is to see if more patients can live independently at 6 months. The trial will enrol…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Which ablation method best prevents stroke in atrial fibrillation?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two common procedures—radiofrequency and cryoablation—for treating persistent atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm disorder that raises stroke risk. Researchers will track 158 adults over 24 months to see which method better prevents strokes, transient ischemic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bakulev Scientific Center of Cardiovascular Surgery • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a simple head tilt improve stroke recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether tilting a stroke patient's head down 15 degrees for 30-90 minutes before a clot removal procedure can improve blood flow to the brain. About 118 adults with a specific type of stroke will be randomly assigned to either the head-down tilt or standard posit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Milano Bicocca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug could extend window for treating deadly stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial is testing a drug called tenecteplase for people with a severe stroke caused by a blockage in the basilar artery at the back of the brain. About 688 participants will receive either tenecteplase or standard care within 24 hours of symptoms starting, followed by a clot-…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Melbourne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a simple protein infusion limit stroke damage?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a low dose of albumin, a natural blood protein, can protect brain tissue after an ischemic stroke. One hundred participants will receive either albumin or a placebo during a standard procedure to restore blood flow. The goal is to see if albumin r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital Hradec Kralove • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Smartwatch score aims to keep heart patients moving
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special activity score, calculated from heart rate data, can help people who have completed cardiac rehab stick to exercise guidelines. About 318 participants will wear a smartwatch for 4 months and do an exercise test at the end. Researchers will compa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New hope for Late-Stroke patients: clot removal may work even days later
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a procedure to reopen a major blocked artery in the brain can help people who had a severe stroke 24 to 72 hours earlier. About 224 participants will either get the procedure plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if the procedure i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo treatment aims to boost recovery after severe brain bleed
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting lumbar drainage and injecting the clot-busting drug urokinase early after a severe brain bleed improves patients' recovery. About 424 adults with a first-time severe aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage will be randomly assigned to get either the a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could vitamin d speed recovery from bleeding strokes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether high-dose vitamin D can help the body clear blood clots in the brain after a hemorrhagic stroke. Forty adults with a recent brain bleed will receive either vitamin D or standard care. Researchers will measure how fast the blood clot shrinks and chec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Stroke drug trial hopes to reduce disability with Anti-Inflammatory
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding tocilizumab, an anti-inflammatory drug, to standard emergency stroke treatment improves outcomes for people with a severe stroke in the back of the brain. About 348 adults will receive either tocilizumab or a placebo by IV right before a pr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Capital Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Heart hole closer may cut stroke risk in mystery cases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called GORE® CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder to close a small hole in the heart (PFO) in people who have had a stroke with no clear cause. About 636 participants will get the device plus blood-thinning medicine. The goal is to see if this reduces the chance o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Zapping the brain: new hope for stroke patients who can't get standard treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new treatment for people who have had a stroke caused by a blood clot in the brain. A weak electrical current is applied through electrodes on the scalp to increase blood flow and protect brain tissue. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose. The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can computer games at home help heal the brain after injury?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a home-based computer cognitive training program (RehaCom) can improve attention and memory in adults with acquired brain injury, including stroke. Thirty participants will either receive the home program plus weekly in-person sessions, or standard in-per…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Clot removal may boost recovery in mild stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a procedure to remove blood clots (endovascular therapy) with standard medical care for people who have had a mild stroke caused by a blockage in a large brain artery. About 264 adults with mild symptoms (NIHSS score 2-5) will be enrolled within 24 hours of st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New stroke treatment could help thousands walk again
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a clot-busting drug called tenecteplase, given directly into the brain artery, for people having a medium-sized stroke. About 488 adults will be randomly assigned to get the drug or standard care. The goal is to see if the drug helps more people recover with litt…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Wrist vs groin: which artery route is best for stroke clot removal?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways to reach a blood clot in the basilar artery, a key vessel at the back of the brain, during a stroke. One method uses the femoral artery in the groin, the other uses the radial artery in the wrist. Researchers want to see which approach leads to better…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jinling Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could a Late-Stage clot removal save mild stroke patients from worsening?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a procedure to remove a blood clot from the brain (endovascular therapy) can help people who had a mild stroke but then got worse because of a large blockage. The treatment is given more than 24 hours after the stroke started. About 272 adults with mil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New stroke drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase II trial tests a drug called LT3001 in 300 people who have had an acute ischemic stroke. Participants receive either a high or low dose of LT3001 or a placebo by IV infusion within 24 hours of their stroke. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and helps improve re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Pharmaceuticals Holding Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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AI-Assisted surgery aims to improve brain bleed recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches for treating moderate brain hemorrhages: AI-assisted minimally invasive surgery to remove the clot versus standard medical care. About 680 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. The goal is to see which method leads to bett…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xiaolei Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Texting your way to a healthier heart: new study tests simple support after rehab
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether text messages can help people who have finished cardiac rehab keep up healthy habits like weight management, physical activity, and taking medications. Researchers will enroll 400 people from groups often left out of heart research. The study compares dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Balloon procedure could stop minor strokes from getting worse
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a balloon angioplasty procedure can prevent early neurological decline in people who have had a minor stroke due to a narrowed brain artery. The trial will enroll 100 adults who have already received standard medication but still show fluctuating or worse…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brain bleed patients: could the right IV fluid save more lives?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at 320 adults who had a brain bleed (subarachnoid hemorrhage) to see if the type of IV fluid they receive affects their recovery. The goal is to find out if a fluid with a specific salt content can reduce dangerous complications like blood vessel spasms and brain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can statins melt brain plaque? new study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether high-dose statins can reduce or stabilize fatty plaques in the brain's arteries that cause strokes. About 100 recent stroke patients will get intensive statin therapy and have their arteries scanned with a special MRI. The goal is to see if the plaques…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New stroke drug aims to help patients missed by standard treatments
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called DM199 in about 728 people who have had a moderate stroke and cannot get clot-removing treatments. The drug is given through a vein and then as shots under the skin for three weeks. Researchers want to see if it helps patients recover better than a p…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: DiaMedica Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Simple cuff therapy may boost brain blood flow after stroke
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a simple, non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic preconditioning (RIC) can improve blood flow around blocked arteries in people who have had a stroke. RIC involves inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arms for short periods to trigger the body's …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could lying Head-Down help stroke patients? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether lying in a slight head-down position (20 degrees) can help people recover from a moderate stroke caused by narrowed arteries. Researchers will compare this position plus standard care to standard care alone in 600 participants. The goal is to see if more …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Stroke recovery breakthrough? new study tests simple blood flow trick
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if briefly stopping and restarting blood flow in the neck after a stroke procedure can help the brain heal better. About 120 adults who had a major stroke and received emergency treatment to reopen a blocked artery will be randomly assigned to get this extra ther…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Arm cuff may boost brain recovery after stroke: major trial underway
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a simple, non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) can help people recover better after a moderate stroke in the back part of the brain. RIC involves briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm to restrict blood flow, then r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Smart glove could bring arm rehab home for brain injury patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smart glove can help people with brain disorders (like stroke or brain injury) improve arm and hand function from home. Forty adults with lasting arm weakness will either use the smart glove for guided exercises or do standard home therapy. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Robot glove aims to boost stroke recovery in landmark trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis international study tests whether a robotic exoskeleton (Gloreha Sinfonia) combined with standard therapy can improve arm function in people who recently had a stroke. 130 participants will be randomly assigned to either robotic therapy plus standard care or standard care al…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Roma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic help the brain heal after a stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the antibiotic minocycline can help people recover better after a spontaneous brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). About 1,200 adults who had a bleed within the last 48 hours will receive either minocycline or a placebo for a short time. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain bleed dilemma: statins – friend or foe?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial is testing whether people who have a brain hemorrhage (bleeding stroke) should continue or stop taking their statin medication. The study will follow 1,456 participants for years to see which strategy leads to fewer repeat bleeds or other serious events. It als…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a cholesterol shot boost stroke recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding evolocumab (a powerful cholesterol-lowering drug) to standard statin therapy helps people recover better after a stroke caused by hardening of the large arteries. Researchers will follow 1000 adults aged 18-80 for 90 days, comparing those who ge…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a statin right after a stroke stop a second one?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a statin (atorvastatin or rosuvastatin) within 24 hours of a first small vessel stroke, alongside standard blood thinners (clopidogrel and aspirin), can reduce the risk of having another stroke within 90 days. About 600 adults aged 18-75 who had…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a clotting protein be the first treatment for bleeding stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a clotting drug called recombinant factor VIIa can improve outcomes for people having a hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). The drug is given within 2 hours of stroke onset. The study will enroll 350 adults aged 18-80. Half get the drug, h…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Joseph Broderick, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New stroke drug TAK-755 enters human trials – could improve recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether TAK-755, a lab-made protein that helps break up blood clots, is safe and effective for people who have had an acute ischemic stroke. About 222 adults aged 18 to 80 will receive either TAK-755 or a placebo, along with standard stroke care, and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Sound waves could speed brain bleed recovery in stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound device can safely help clear blood clots in the brain after a hemorrhagic stroke. About 86 adults with small-to-moderate brain bleeds will receive either standard care plus ultrasound or standard care alone. The main goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New Clot-Busting device could save stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called EmboTrap II, which is used to remove blood clots from the brain in people having a stroke. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well at restoring blood flow. About 100 participants will be followed to track outcomes like bleeding and su…
Sponsor: Niguarda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New stroke combo could boost recovery for medium clots
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a clot-dissolving medicine directly into the brain's arteries during standard clot-removal procedures helps people recover better after a stroke caused by a medium-sized blockage. About 530 adults with acute ischemic stroke will be randomly assigne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New hope for medium vessel stroke? trial tests direct Clot-Busting drug
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase) directly into the blocked brain artery can improve outcomes for people having a stroke caused by a medium-sized vessel blockage. About 282 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the intra-ar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Second Hospital of Anhui Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Portable MRI could spot brain injury in children on life support
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a portable, low-field MRI machine can detect brain injuries in children who are on ECMO (a heart-lung bypass machine). The MRI is brought to the bedside, avoiding the need to move critically ill children. Researchers will scan children at several time poi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable bracelet could alert stroke patients within 3 hours
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis trial tests a wearable bracelet called Stroke Alarm that detects when a stroke causes arm weakness. People aged 50 and older with certain high-risk conditions (like recent mini-stroke, atrial fibrillation, or artery disease) wear the device for 3 months. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to speed up stroke diagnosis with a simple spit or blood test
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is looking for markers in blood and saliva that can quickly tell if a person is having a stroke, and what kind. Researchers will collect samples from 650 adults with suspected stroke within 24 hours of symptoms. The goal is to develop a fast, accurate test to help emer…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden heart attack triggers
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a special PET scan using a tracer called Florbetaben can detect inflamed plaque in arteries of people who recently had a heart attack, stroke, or mini-stroke. The goal is to see if this imaging method can identify unstable plaques that are likely to…
Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New test may predict stroke recovery within hours
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether monitoring brain blood flow during stroke treatment can predict if a patient will recover well. Researchers will track 129 stroke patients for 90 days after treatment. The goal is to find a way to identify early on who might need extra care.
Sponsor: Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a simple ultrasound replace costly CT scans after brain bleed surgery?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to check for bleeding after stroke surgery using a special ultrasound through a clear skull implant. It aims to see if this method is as accurate as a CT scan, which is the current standard but is expensive and time-consuming. About 25 adults who had a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New breathing technique could uncover hidden stroke cause
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of performing the Valsalva maneuver during a heart ultrasound to detect a patent foramen ovale (PFO), a small hole in the heart that can cause strokes. About 488 stroke patients will be asked to do both a standard self-directed maneuver and a goal-dir…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New Fall-Fighting therapy for stroke patients shows promise
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests a special therapy for stroke patients in the hospital to help them avoid falls after they go home. Falls are common after a stroke and can cause injuries or fear of falling. The therapy includes extra exercises and education about fall risks. Researchers will tra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MGH Institute of Health Professions • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Shingles shot may shield seniors from heart attacks and dementia
Prevention Recruiting nowThis large study in Denmark is testing whether the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) can do more than prevent shingles—it may also lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. About 162,000 adults aged 65 and older will either get the vaccine or no vaccine, and researchers w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tor Biering-Sørensen • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Video therapy aims to stop Post-Stroke depression in Low-Income seniors
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether five weekly video therapy sessions led by trained non-professional counselors can prevent depression in older, low-income stroke survivors who have mild depressive symptoms. Researchers will track 350 participants for up to three months to see if the prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Walking to a beat: new study tests music therapy for gait problems
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding music-like sounds (sonification) to standard walking rehabilitation can improve gait, balance, and quality of life. 120 adults with Parkinson's disease, stroke, or multiple sclerosis will be randomly assigned to standard rehab or rehab with sonific…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Can rehab at home help stroke survivors regain arm function?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a home-based telerehabilitation program, using games, exercises, and video calls with therapists, can improve arm function and reduce disability in people who had a stroke 90-150 days ago. 202 participants will be randomly assigned to receive telerehabili…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a wearable device spark recovery in chronic stroke patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device that sends gentle, low-frequency electromagnetic fields to the brain to help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago recover arm movement and reduce disability. About 25 adults with chronic stroke will use the device in a clinic to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a simple artery shot replace opioids for Post-Brain bleed headaches?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether injecting lidocaine and methylprednisolone into the middle meningeal artery can reduce severe headaches after a subarachnoid hemorrhage (a type of brain bleed). The procedure is done during a routine angiogram and aims to lower pain and opioid use…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Daniel Raper, MBBS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New wearable device helps stroke patients regain hand function at home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable neuroprosthesis that uses mild electrical stimulation to help stroke survivors open their hand. Two participants will use the device at home for one year to see if it improves daily activities and quality of life. The goal is to understand how well the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Knee robot aims to restore natural walking after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable robotic knee device (AKO-R) to help people who have had a stroke walk more symmetrically. Twenty participants will do treadmill and overground walking with the device. Researchers will check safety and measure improvements in step length and stance tim…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Scuola Superiore di Studi Universitari e di Perfezionamento Sant'Anna • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New speech therapy trial aims to help stroke survivors find their words
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of speech therapy for people with aphasia, a language disorder often caused by stroke. One therapy, called Semantic Feature Analysis (SFA), helps people name objects by describing their features. The other adds metacognitive strategy training (SFA+MS…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Teachers College, Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Brain zaps may mend heart after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve heart rate variability and quality of life in people who have had a stroke. 44 participants will receive either real or sham rTMS for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if this brain stimulation can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can virtual reality make stroke rehab more tolerable?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding immersive virtual reality (VR) to robotic walking rehabilitation is tolerable for people who cannot walk after a stroke. Thirty non-walking stroke patients will try both standard robotic rehab and VR-enhanced sessions. Researchers will measure moti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New robot boot aims to fix foot drop after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis trial tests a wearable robot called ENMS-BSF that combines soft muscles, electrical stimulation, and balance feedback to correct foot drop and foot inversion after a stroke. Sixty people who had a stroke at least six months ago and have mild-to-moderate walking problems will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Shock and roll: new combo therapy aims to reboot Stroke-Damaged arms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether combining two types of electrical stimulation with a robotic arm trainer can help people who had a stroke at least six months ago improve their arm movement. 65 participants will receive 20 sessions over 4-7 weeks. The goal is to see if this approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a video call replace In-Person therapy for stroke recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a home-based telerehabilitation program (Tele-CPASS) to standard in-person therapy for improving arm and hand function after a stroke. Forty-two recent stroke survivors with arm weakness will be randomly assigned to receive 20 hours of either remote or in-pers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas, El Paso • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Spinal zap plus therapy may restore arm movement in stroke survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a spinal cord stimulator, combined with physical therapy, can help people who have had a stroke regain arm and hand movement. Twenty adults with long-term arm weakness will first do therapy alone, then get a spinal implant and repeat therapy with stimulat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marco Capogrosso • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Gentle ear or neck zaps may help stroke survivors regain arm use and thinking skills
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation (called tVNS) applied to the ear or neck can improve arm movement, thinking, and quality of life when paired with standard therapy in people who had a stroke 3–6 months ago. About 54 adults who had their first isch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a simple buzz loosen stiff legs? small trial puts vibration therapy to the test
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device that vibrates leg muscles to reduce spasticity (stiffness) and improve walking. Twenty-five people with spasticity from a neurological condition will use the device for 15–60 minutes in the lab and at home. Researchers will measure muscle activi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can magnetic pulses help stroke survivors speak again?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS, combined with language therapy, can improve speech in people who have aphasia after a stroke. Researchers will compare real TMS to a sham (fake) version in 63 participants who had a stroke 2 to 6 week…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Laser or TENS: which eases Post-Stroke shoulder pain better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two pain-relief methods—low-dose laser and TENS—for people with moderate to severe shoulder pain after a stroke. About 45 adults who had a stroke within the last 2 weeks to 6 months will receive one of the treatments. The goal is to see which works better for pai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study tests talk therapy to heal emotions after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a modified form of cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) to standard occupational or speech therapy can improve emotional well-being and daily functioning in stroke survivors. The trial will enroll 80 adults who had a stroke at l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Robotic glove plus zaps may restore hand movement in stroke survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a soft robotic hand together with electrical stimulation can help stroke survivors regain hand movement faster than using either therapy alone. About 64 adults who had a stroke 3-6 months ago will receive 40-minute sessions three times a week for 8 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stroke survivors: adding exercise to botox may improve arm function and quality of life
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a regular exercise program can improve the benefits of botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for arm stiffness after a stroke. About 70 stroke survivors with arm spasticity will receive Botox and then be randomly assigned to either a prescribed exercise r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Rehabilitation Institute, Republic of Slovenia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can virtual reality help stroke survivors move again?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of virtual reality therapy can improve arm function in people who had a stroke. Fifty-four participants will try different versions of mirror therapy, some with added attention-focusing techniques. The goal is to see which approach works best f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng-Kung University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple toilet training may ease Post-Stroke bladder problems
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at urinary problems in people recovering from a stroke. Researchers compare patients with and without bladder issues and test two simple behavioral approaches: for those with thinking difficulties, training to go to the toilet immediately when they feel the urge;…
Sponsor: University Rehabilitation Institute, Republic of Slovenia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can virtual therapy rebuild arm function after a stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding telerehabilitation (home-based, supervised and independent arm exercises) to usual care improves arm function and reduces disability after a stroke. Twenty adults in Brazil who had a stroke about 4 months ago will participate. The goal is to see if…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Virtual reality could make stroke recovery more engaging
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a mixed-reality system called RehAtt to help people recover movement after a stroke. Ten participants with one-sided weakness will use the system for arm, walking, and balance exercises. Researchers will interview them to see if the system is easy, motivating, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Rehabilitation Institute, Republic of Slovenia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stroke recovery boost: simple exercise with blood flow restriction shows promise
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining low-intensity resistance training with blood flow restriction therapy can improve arm strength, reach, and sensation in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will enroll 64 adults aged 50–70 who are at least one month post-stroke. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Exercise may be the key to better sleep after a stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a twice-weekly exercise program can improve sleep quality in people who had a stroke at least a year ago and currently have poor sleep. 62 participants aged 55 and older will take part in 60-minute classes over 6 months. The goal is to see if exercise can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can simple exercises or vibration therapy help stroke survivors regain balance?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether lower limb sensorimotor training (exercises that improve touch and movement awareness) or whole-body vibration therapy (standing on a vibrating platform) can help stroke survivors aged 50-65 improve their balance and reduce fear of falling. Fifty-two part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heart surgery patients test app to boost recovery before going under the knife
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a smartphone app designed to help people prepare for heart surgery through exercise, nutrition tips, and telehealth check-ins. About 40 adults awaiting surgery will either use the app or receive standard care. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use, ac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Claire Hines • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Needle therapy boosts stroke recovery in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special needle treatment guided by ultrasound can help people who had a stroke walk faster and move better. Thirty adults who can already walk 10 meters will either get regular physiotherapy alone or physiotherapy plus this nerve stimulation. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alejandro Martín García • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a brain ZAP and rehab combo ease movement problems?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if pairing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) with personalized physical therapy can help people with cerebellar damage (from stroke, tumor, or degeneration) improve movement and daily function. About 30 adults aged 18-75 will participate. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a simple vibrating sleeve boost arm recovery after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a wearable vibratory device to standard physiotherapy helps improve arm function in people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) after a stroke. Thirty adults who had a stroke 3 to 6 months ago will be split into two groups: one gets usual therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Brain zaps + robot hands: new combo therapy aims to restore stroke arm function
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) with machine-assisted hand exercises can help stroke survivors regain arm and hand movement. Researchers will enroll 54 adults aged 40-80 who had a first stroke within the past year. Participants…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Nerve zapping + rehab may boost stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) paired with rehabilitation can improve leg and walking function in people who have had an ischemic stroke. Researchers will enroll 24 adults who are already approved for VNS therapy for arm problems. The goal is to see if thi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Mind over matter: mental rehearsal boosts stroke rehab?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding motor imagery—mentally rehearsing movements without actually moving—to standard physical therapy can improve arm function in stroke survivors. About 51 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will be split into three groups: standard rehab al…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varank Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Stroke survivors may walk better with muscle retraining device
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a training method called MINT that helps stroke survivors reduce abnormal muscle co-activation in their legs. The goal is to improve walking speed and endurance. Researchers will enroll 72 adults who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have moderate to severe …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Watching and recovering: new therapy may boost arm use after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a therapy where chronic stroke patients watch videos of hand and arm activities, then practice those movements. Researchers want to see if watching one-handed or two-handed actions works better for improving arm function, daily living skills, and quality of life.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Watch and recover: video therapy may boost arm use after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether watching and copying hand movements during video calls can improve arm function, daily activities, and quality of life in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Thirty participants will be assigned to either this video-based therapy or standard in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Which exercise helps stroke survivors walk better? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of exercise programs—pelvic proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and multiplanar trunk training—to see which one better improves balance and functional mobility in people who have had a stroke. The trial will involve 48 chronic stroke survivors …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can talk therapy tame brain Injury's emotional storm?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), a type of talk therapy, can help people with acquired brain injury manage emotional distress and challenging behaviors. 77 participants will receive standard care for 5 months, then DBT for 5 months, then follow-up. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Gentle brain zaps may restore arm function in chronic stroke survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a low-intensity brain stimulation method called kTMP to help people who had a stroke at least 12 months ago improve arm and hand movement. About 12 adults aged 18-80 with moderate arm weakness will receive kTMP alongside motor rehabilitation. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Magnetic Tides • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Spinal zap trial aims to restore movement after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small study tests whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord can improve arm and leg movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Only 6 participants with limited recovery will receive the treatment. The goal is to see if it is safe and helps with daily …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Brain zap plus mind control: new combo aims to restore arm movement after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining brain stimulation (rTMS) with a brain-computer interface can help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago regain arm movement. The brain-computer interface translates thoughts of moving into electrical muscle stimulation. The trial will e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New ball exercise may help stroke survivors swallow better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special swallowing exercise using a pressure-measuring ball can help older stroke patients with swallowing problems. Participants will do the exercises at home twice daily for 12 weeks. The goal is to see if it improves swallowing function and quality o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chimei Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Bringing stroke rehab home: new trial tests Game-Like exercises for rural patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether home-based telerehabilitation can help stroke survivors who did not get outpatient rehab improve arm and hand function. Two hundred participants across Alberta will use the Tenzr system, which includes fun, game-like exercises with wearable sensors guided…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Brain zaps + arm training: new hope for stroke survivors?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a gentle electrical current to the brain (tDCS) during intensive arm therapy helps women recover arm movement after a stroke. Twenty-four women will receive either real or fake stimulation over two weeks. The goal is to see if the combo improves ar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de La Frontera • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New breathing device may help stroke survivors regain hand control
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests a device that uses your own breathing to trigger mild electrical stimulation, aiming to reduce hand stiffness and improve hand movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Only 4 participants with moderate hand tightness will be enrolled. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Could your breath help your hand? new device aims to ease stroke spasticity
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a device called BreEStim that uses breathing to control electrical stimulation of hand muscles. Four people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have moderate hand tightness will try one session. The goal is to see if it reduces finger stiffness and i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Grip glove gives stroke patients a helping hand at home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a home grip assistance glove (SaeboGlove) to help stroke survivors use their weaker arm in everyday tasks. About 100 adults who had a stroke more than three months ago and have trouble opening their hand will try the glove at home. Researchers will compare how we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hand device may restore grip for stroke patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special hand device that helps people who had a stroke and cannot open their hand to grab things. The device is designed to let users control it themselves to pick up, move, and release objects like a glass or spoon. Researchers will compare how well 30 partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain zaps may restore hand movement after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS to see if it can improve hand and arm movement in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will enroll 14 adults who are at least 6 months past their stroke and have some finger movement. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which suture keeps groin wounds safer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two different stitch materials (PDS and Vicryl) for closing groin incisions after planned vascular surgery. About 259 adults will be randomly assigned to one stitch type or the other. The goal is to see which material leads to fewer wound problems.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which therapy works better for stroke arm recovery? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two physical therapy approaches—rhythmic guided movements and static muscle contractions—to see which better improves arm function, strength, and coordination in people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months ago. Forty participants aged 40 to 60 with arm weakness on o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Breathe to move: new device aims to unclench Stroke-Stiffened hands
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests a device called BreEStim, which uses breathing to control mild electrical stimulation, to see if it can reduce finger stiffness and improve hand function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Only 4 participants will receive a single 10-20 minut…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a tiny zap to the head help stroke survivors speak again?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a safe, mild electrical current applied to the scalp (tDCS) can make speech therapy work better for people who have trouble speaking after a stroke. 24 participants with apraxia of speech will receive both real and sham stimulation at different times to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain training tailored to you: new hope for stroke recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized brain-training therapy (neurofeedback) can improve arm movement in people who recently had a stroke. About 44 participants will either receive standard or personalized neurofeedback during 15 sessions over three weeks. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Magnetic pulses aim to restore speech after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve word-finding in people who have trouble speaking after a stroke. Researchers will use MRI scans to guide the stimulation and see how the brain responds. The trial involves 45 participants …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a simple ankle adjustment restore balance after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a hands-on ankle manipulation technique can improve ankle proprioception (the sense of joint position) in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will compare the manipulation to a placebo in 26 stroke survivors, measuring ankle position sense and ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bitlis Eren University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Pelvic training may help stroke survivors walk again
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether special pelvic stability exercises can improve leg function in people who had a stroke within the past few months. Thirty-four participants will either get pelvic training plus standard leg therapy, or standard therapy alone, for eight weeks. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Nasal spray could replace opioids for Post-Aneurysm headaches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a numbing nasal spray can safely reduce severe headaches after a brain aneurysm bleed. About 20 adults in the ICU will receive the spray along with standard pain meds. Researchers will compare pain levels and opioid use before and after treatment to see i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Wright State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Shock to the system: electrical zaps may help stroke patients stay on their feet
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a device that sends small electrical pulses to leg muscles can help people with chronic stroke improve their balance and walking. Twenty participants will be exposed to slip- and trip-like disturbances on a treadmill, with and without the stimulation…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Mindfulness plus brain games may boost recovery after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining mindfulness meditation with dual-task training (like walking while doing mental math) can improve thinking and physical skills in people with mild cognitive impairment after a stroke. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to the combined …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Mingzhou Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Zapping the brain to help stroke survivors find their words again
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain can make speech therapy more effective for people with chronic aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) after a stroke. About 50 adults who had a stroke at least six months ago will receive eith…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can online therapy match clinic care for stroke arm recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether arm therapy done online (telerehabilitation) works as well as the same therapy done in a clinic for people who had a stroke within the last 6 months. 28 participants will be split into two groups, each receiving Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy for 8 w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New valve trial could help stroke patients breathe easier and speak sooner
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two ways to help stroke patients safely remove their breathing tubes (tracheostomy). One method uses a speaking valve that allows talking, while the other gradually caps the tube. Researchers will compare success rates and safety in 120 patients across multiple h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hongying Jiang, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Robot trainer aims to get stroke patients back on their feet
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new robot system (HIWIN MRG-P110) designed to help chronic stroke survivors improve their walking. The robot uses foot pedals to guide leg movements and can adjust how much it helps versus how much the patient must do on their own. Researchers will enroll 60 pe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Swiss ball or kinesthetic training: which boosts stroke recovery better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares Swiss ball exercises versus kinesthetic training to see which better improves balance and mobility in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Thirty-six participants aged 45-65 will do supervised exercises for 8 weeks. Balance and movement will be mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nisha Fazal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Simple home exercises could help stroke survivors regain arm function
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a home-based arm exercise program, called GRASP, can help stroke survivors improve movement and use of their affected arm. Participants will do exercises at home for one hour daily and attend group sessions three times a week. The goal is to see if this p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Zapping the scalp and leg may help stroke patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether combining two types of electrical stimulation can help people who have had a stroke lift their toes while walking. Participants will receive mild electrical currents on their scalp and leg while doing walking exercises. The goal is to see if this com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Brain aneurysm survivors may recover faster with dual Mind-Body training
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether early training that combines thinking tasks with physical movement can help people recover cognitive and motor skills after a brain aneurysm bleed. The training is done 4-5 times a week for 30 minutes while in the hospital. Researchers will measure memory…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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App aims to unlock words after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a digital app called LEXURE can improve language skills in people who have trouble speaking after a stroke (aphasia). About 116 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will either use the app or do workbook exercises. The goal is to see if the app helps …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nunaps Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain-Zap timed to your waves may boost stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique, timed to the patient's own brain waves, can improve arm and hand movement after an ischemic stroke. Researchers will enroll 144 adults who had a stroke 1-14 days ago and have significant arm weakness. Participant…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can massage and movement help stroke patients regain awareness of their affected side?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a hands-on therapy called Mobilization and Tactile Stimulation (MTS) can help stroke survivors who have unilateral neglect—a condition where they are unaware of one side of their body. Six adults who are at least 20 weeks post-stroke will receive MT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Keele University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a mirror and a robot glove restore hand movement after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining mirror therapy with a soft robotic glove can improve hand function in people who have had a stroke and have weakness on one side. 104 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard rehab, mirror therapy alone, the robotic glov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Baghdad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Dance your way back: new study tests adaptive dance for stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 12-week dance program designed for stroke survivors who have weakness on one side of the body. The program combines movement improvisation and adaptive dance to help improve balance, mobility, confidence, and participation in daily and social activities. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Ear zaps may speed stroke arm recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation on the ear (called trans-auricular vagus nerve stimulation) can help people recover arm movement after a stroke. About 48 adults who had a stroke within the last 6 months will receive either real or fake stimu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New powered brace aims to restore mobility for leg weakness patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a powered leg brace called the Nomad in 36 people who have trouble walking due to conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or spinal cord injury. Participants will use the brace at home for three months to see if it improves their walking speed, balance, and q…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Virtual volunteering boosts stroke recovery and job prospects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 6-week virtual program called PVI that helps young stroke survivors build personal resources through inclusive volunteering. Researchers want to see if it improves work ability, self-confidence, and emotional well-being. 160 participants aged 18-64 who had a st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New program aims to help young stroke survivors rebuild their lives
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that combines storytelling and practical skills training to help young adults (ages 18-64) who have had a stroke feel more connected and capable in their communities. Over six months, 208 participants will attend eight one-on-one sessions with a facilit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New training may help stroke survivors overcome 'One-Sided Blindness'
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a training program for stroke survivors who have trouble paying attention to one side of their world, a condition called spatial neglect. The training teaches mental strategies to improve awareness and daily functioning. Researchers will enroll 45 people living i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a stroke drug wake up the brain? small study aims to find out.
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether a drug called cerebrolysin can help people who have been unconscious for over a month after a hemorrhagic stroke. Twelve adults aged 19 to 80 will receive either the drug or a placebo daily for two weeks. Researchers will measure changes in co…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Konkuk University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Clicking shoe could help stroke survivors walk more easily
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new shoe that makes a clicking sound when you walk, designed to help people with foot drop after a stroke. Foot drop makes it hard to lift the front part of your foot, causing tripping. The shoe gives audio feedback to help you walk more naturally. Fifty adults…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Robot suit aims to steady stroke Survivors' steps
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a powered exoskeleton can help stroke survivors walk with better balance. Twenty-one people who had a stroke at least six months ago will walk on a treadmill with and without the exoskeleton at different support levels. Researchers will measure how well t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Electric boost for stroke rehab? new trial tests combo therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether combining a special movement therapy with mild electrical stimulation can help people who had a stroke regain arm function. Forty participants who had an ischemic stroke 3 to 6 months ago will receive either the combo therapy or standard rehab. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Breathing + balance training shows promise for stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding rhythmic breathing exercises to standard balance training can improve balance and trunk control in people who had a stroke 3-6 months ago. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one gets breathing plus balance training, the other gets…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can brain training at home restore independence after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a 4-week home-based cognitive strategy training program can help adults with chronic stroke become more independent in daily activities like dressing and cooking. Eighteen participants will work with an occupational therapist in their own homes. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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VR gaming may boost stroke arm recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new virtual reality system that uses motion-tracking games to help stroke survivors improve arm and hand function. 56 people who had a stroke within the last 2 to 6 months will either get this VR therapy or standard rehab for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abant Izzet Baysal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Tongue zaps may boost arm recovery after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether stimulating the tongue with a non-invasive device can improve arm movement and brain plasticity in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Participants will do a 4-week strength training program for their affected arm, combined with either real o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hope for stroke patients: mouth training may restore swallowing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special mouth exercise program for people who still have trouble swallowing 12 weeks after a stroke. Researchers want to see if the device can improve swallowing function and quality of life. The trial involves 60 participants and uses a camera test to measure …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Umeå University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Robot vs treadmill: which helps stroke patients walk again?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two robotic walking trainers—the Lokomat exoskeleton and the C-Mill treadmill—to see which helps stroke survivors improve their walking and quality of life. About 40 adults who have had a stroke will use one of the devices during rehab. Researchers will check …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Hospital walking program aims to fight frailty in heart patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily movement program led by a kinesiologist can reduce frailty in 60 hospitalized heart patients. Frailty makes people weaker and more likely to have longer hospital stays or be readmitted. The program encourages simple activities like standing, walki…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Ear-Zap therapy could restore arm movement after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear (taVNS) can improve arm and hand function in stroke survivors. Thirty adults who had a stroke within the last five years will receive either real taVNS or a sham (fake) stimulation combined with physical …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Pernambuco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could gentle electrical pulses ease stroke After-Effects?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive device called NESA, which delivers tiny electrical currents through the skin, can help people who had a stroke 6 months to 6 years ago. Researchers will measure changes in pain, muscle tightness, balance, sleep, and daily activities in 30 p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New home gadget aims to restore hand control after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a device called SynPhNe that stroke survivors can use at home to retrain their hand function. The goal is to see if it improves hand movement compared to standard care alone. The study will include 40 adults who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Needles vs. botox: which eases Post-Stroke stiffness best?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two treatments for muscle stiffness in the lower leg after a stroke: Botox injections (a single session) and dry needling (12 weekly sessions). Researchers will measure changes in muscle reflexes and thickness in 90 participants across Belgium, Spain, and Canada.…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI-Powered arm brace could give stroke patients a better grip
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new AI-powered algorithm can improve how people with chronic arm weakness from a stroke control a robotic arm brace. Participants will use both the standard control method and the experimental algorithm while moving blocks. The goal is to see if the new…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can High-Intensity walking bursts outperform moderate exercise for stroke recovery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether high-intensity interval training (short bursts of fast walking) is better than moderate-intensity walking for improving walking ability in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 156 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two 12-week exer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Vibration training may boost hand recovery in stroke patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding gentle vibration to hand exercises helps stroke survivors regain hand movement, feeling, and reduce muscle tightness. About 38 people who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will be randomly assigned to either standard hand exercises or the same exe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jisu Kim • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New program aims to get stroke survivors moving again
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program of physical activity counseling and a personalized exercise plan can help stroke survivors become more active. Researchers will compare a group receiving this program plus usual care to a group receiving only usual care. The study involves 120 c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brainwave training may help stroke survivors see again
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a brain-training technique called neurofeedback can improve vision in people who have lost part of their visual field due to a stroke. Participants will learn to increase communication between brain regions using EEG feedback. The goal is to expand the vi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Adrian Guggisberg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New online program aims to boost stroke recovery and ease caregiver strain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a web-based program called CARE-CITE that teaches family caregivers how to better support stroke survivors with arm exercises at home. The program includes virtual home visits and phone check-ins over four weeks. Researchers will measure improvements in arm funct…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New online program aims to help stroke patients get back to living
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a group-based self-management program delivered via telehealth for people who had a mild or moderate stroke within the last 6 months. The program teaches problem-solving and goal-setting skills to improve daily activities and community participation. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New robotic suit with electric zaps aims to restore walking after brain or spinal injury
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a robotic lower-limb exoskeleton combined with functional electrical stimulation (FES) to help people with conditions like spinal cord injury, brain injury, or multiple sclerosis improve their walking. The device provides robotic support and electrical stimu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ABLE Human Motion S.L. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Virtual reality or backward walking: which helps stroke survivors walk better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares three types of walking training for people who have had a stroke: forward walking with body support, backward walking with body support, and virtual reality-assisted walking. The goal is to see which method best improves walking ability, balance, and overall f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Smart board could bring arm rehab home for brain injury patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a smart board device can help people with arm weakness from brain disorders (like stroke or brain injury) do rehab at home. Forty adults will either use the smart board or a workbook for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if the smart board improves arm function…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Virtual driving lessons could get stroke survivors back on the road
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether practicing driving skills in a simulator can improve real driving performance in veteran stroke survivors. One hundred participants will complete both active training (focusing on speed, lane position, collision avoidance, and attention) and a control ses…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Tailored brain zaps may boost stroke recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether personalized brain stimulation (rTMS) can improve arm movement in people who had a stroke within the past 3 months. About 120 participants will receive either a tailored treatment based on their brain's recovery potential or a standard approach. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Your own voice may help you speak again after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new speech therapy technique for people with aphasia (trouble speaking) after a stroke. Instead of copying a therapist's voice, participants will practice speaking along with an AI-cloned version of their own voice. The goal is to see if this personalized appro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Ring sensors and phone app aim to boost arm use after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether wearing ring and wrist sensors and seeing your own movement data on a smartphone can encourage stroke survivors to use their affected arm more during daily activities. Fifty chronic stroke survivors (more than 12 months post-stroke) will wear the sensors …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Robot therapy could speed stroke recovery in first months
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a wearable robot can help people who recently had a stroke recover movement in their legs and improve balance and walking. The robot provides intensive therapy to the ankle, which is often affected. The trial involves 140 participants who had a stroke wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Magnetic pulses aim to zap Post-Stroke fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for people who have had a stroke more than six months ago and still feel very tired. Fatigue is a common problem after a stroke that can make daily activities hard. The researchers will give r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Robotic arm brace could restore movement in chronic stroke patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a wearable robotic arm device called MyoPro, combined with motor learning therapy, can improve arm function in people who had a stroke at least six months ago and have severe arm weakness. The device reads muscle signals to help move the arm. Sixty partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can music at home heal the brain after a stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a 10-week music-based program done at home on a tablet can help people recover from a stroke. The program includes rhythm exercises, singing, playing a xylophone, and listening to music. Researchers will compare 100 stroke survivors who do the music …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Teppo Sarkamo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain zaps may boost memory after stroke – new trial tests it
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called high-frequency rTMS can improve cognitive problems that often follow a stroke. Researchers will use brain imaging to see how the treatment affects brain activity. The trial aims to enroll 40 adults aged 35…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Qilu Hospital of Shandong University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Music and fun activities may speed up stroke rehab
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding music training and group leisure activities to standard hospital rehab helps people recover better after a stroke. About 90 adults who recently had a stroke will be split into three groups: usual rehab, usual rehab plus individual music training…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Escola Universitària d'Infermeria i Teràpia Ocupacional de Terrassa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block ease debilitating Post-Stroke pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether numbing a nerve in the arm or leg can reduce the severe, hard-to-treat pain some people feel after a stroke. Researchers will give 36 adults either one of two numbing medicines or a saltwater injection, then measure pain changes. The goal is to see if blo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can an iPad app lift mood and sharpen mind after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a digital program on an iPad, combined with learning thinking strategies, can improve mood and mental skills in people who have had a stroke. The study will include 70 adults who had a first stroke at least 6 months ago and now have depression and trouble…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain training game aims to restore hand function after stroke
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special brain-training game can help people who have had a stroke regain movement in their hand. The game uses a headband to measure brain activity and rewards concentration by moving a virtual hand. The study will include 30 people who had a stroke wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rzeszow • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can ginkgo biloba boost brain power after a stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether ginkgo biloba tablets can help improve memory and thinking in people aged 55 and older who recently had a mild stroke. 400 participants will either take ginkgo biloba plus standard care or standard care alone for 12 months. Researchers will measure change…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Dr. Willmar Schwabe GmbH & Co. KG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a simple gas help stroke patients? early trial launches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether inhaled nitric oxide is safe for people having emergency clot removal after a stroke. It includes 36 adults with severe strokes. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose without causing brain bleeding.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Which stroke rehab works best? new trial pits mirror therapy against cognitive training
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares three rehabilitation approaches for people recovering from a stroke: mirror therapy (using a mirror to trick the brain into thinking the affected limb is moving), cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance (CO-OP, a problem-solving strategy to ach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can your education and background protect your brain after a stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how social and lifestyle factors—like education, race, and income—affect a person's thinking and memory after a stroke. Researchers will interview 450 adults who had a stroke and review their brain scans and medical records. The goal is to understand why some …
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Your personality may shape how you recover from a brain injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a person's personality before a brain injury or stroke influences how well they recover thinking and memory skills. Researchers will follow 250 adults with severe acquired brain injury or stroke, testing their cognitive abilities, daily functioning, an…
Sponsor: Universita di Verona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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AI heart scanner put to the test on 200,000 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry study will enroll 200,000 high-risk cardiac patients to see how well an AI platform called Willem can detect heart problems from standard ECGs. The AI's readings will be compared to expert cardiologist diagnoses, but the AI results won't be shared with doctors, so p…
Sponsor: Idoven 1903 S.L. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Brain injury study seeks clues to thinking decline
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 130 adults with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury to see if early problems with brain blood flow regulation are linked to thinking and memory problems one year later. Participants undergo brain scans and cognitive tests over the first year after injury.…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Massive brain injury study aims to unlock secrets of recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 5000 people admitted to a neuro-intensive care unit with life-threatening brain conditions like bleeding in the brain or severe seizures. Researchers collect medical data and biological samples to better understand how brain injuries progress and what factors h…
Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Hunting for hidden triggers of bleeding strokes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover genetic and environmental risk factors for hemorrhagic stroke, a type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain. Researchers will analyze DNA, RNA, and blood samples from 1,000 adults who have had such a stroke, comparing them to healthy controls. By id…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Scientists launch Decade-Long quest to unravel rare stroke disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 155 adults with CADASIL, a genetic condition that narrows small blood vessels and raises the risk of strokes and dementia, over nine years. Researchers will use brain scans, blood tests, and other exams to track how the disease changes blood vessels and thinkin…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Can tuning into your body help stroke recovery? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how stroke survivors with weakness on one side (hemiplegia) perceive internal body signals, like heartbeat, and whether that relates to their balance, touch sensation, and joint position sense. Researchers will assess 60 participants in a single session using …
Sponsor: Istinye University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unravel mysteries of blood clots and vessel disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how diseases related to blood clots, the immune system, and blood vessels start and change over time. Researchers will enroll up to 1,000 people aged 5 and older, including those with these conditions, their healthy relatives, and healthy volun…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Massive heart study seeks 5,000 volunteers to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about heart and blood vessel diseases by observing people who have them or are at risk. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests like imaging and stress tests on up to 5,000 participants, including healthy volunteers and relatives of affect…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI clues could predict brain bleed worsening
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at MRI scans of 128 people who have had a brain hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain). Researchers want to see if a specific contrast pattern called a 'spot sign' can help predict which bleeds might get worse. By understanding these patterns, doctors hope to identif…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart database aims to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a large database of about 12,000 people with and without heart disease. Researchers collect medical information and blood samples to analyze factors that influence heart conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke. The goal is to better u…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pandemic prescribing: were older heart patients given dangerous drugs?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at medical records of 1,000 older heart patients in Russia to see if they were prescribed potentially harmful medications during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers will use a medical database to count how often these risky prescriptions happened and check for dan…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New french tool could better measure stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is translating and testing a French version of the Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS), a tool that measures trunk control and balance while sitting. Researchers will enroll 67 stroke patients to check if the scale is accurate and reliable. The goal is to give French-speaking…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Mutualiste de Rééducation et de Réadaptation Fonctionnelles de Kerpape • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Cleveland clinic launches massive biorepository to unlock secrets of heart disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large collection of blood, urine, stool, and heart tissue samples from 10,000 people with and without heart or metabolic conditions. The goal is to store these samples along with medical information to speed up future research into what causes these disea…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Heart surgery Patients' diet check could cut ICU stays
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether simple nutritional checks before heart surgery can predict how well patients recover. Researchers will give 250 patients questionnaires, blood and urine tests, and measure grip strength and body composition. They will then see if these measures are l…
Sponsor: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of rare vascular diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical data and biological samples from people with genetic conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand these diseases, improve diagnosis, and lay the groundwork for future t…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists map cognitive profiles in rare brain disorder to personalize rehabilitation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates the specific cognitive strengths and weaknesses of children and adults with Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS), a rare condition affecting blood vessels in the brain, skin, and eyes. Participants complete a series of tests measuring memory, attention, language, a…
Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists track touch signals in stroke survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tracks how a touch signal on the finger travels through the nervous system to the brain. Researchers will apply different force levels to the finger and measure when people first feel it, along with brain activity using fMRI. The study includes 60 people: young adults,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists use brain scans to uncover how we hear our own voice
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses fMRI and EEG to understand how brain areas that plan movement interact with those that process sound during speech. Researchers will compare healthy adults and people who have had a cerebellar stroke. The goal is to learn how the brain adjusts hearing during speak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Home leg exercises may rewire the brain after severe stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether exercising the unaffected leg at home can trigger beneficial brain and spinal changes in people with severe stroke. Participants perform strength and coordination tasks with their stronger leg using a tablet-based system, while researchers measure brai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New registry to track stroke device performance in daily practice
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a registry that will follow 1500 adults treated for acute ischemic stroke with Medtronic devices. Researchers will track safety, how well the devices restore blood flow, and whether patients regain independence after 90 days. The goal is to see how these devices wor…
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Power nap power: can a short snooze boost brain recovery after stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how taking a nap helps the brain remember new motor skills, like typing a sequence. Researchers will use brain scans to see what happens during rest and sleep. The study includes adults who have had a stroke and healthy volunteers of different ages. The goal i…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how robot therapy helps stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a brain imaging technique called fNIRS to watch how the brain changes during robot-assisted hand therapy in stroke survivors. Researchers will compare two types of robotic devices (end-effector and exoskeleton) to see which one better promotes brain reorganization…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Major stroke study aims to unlock secrets of brain attacks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for adults 18 and older who have had a stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA), often called a mini-stroke. The goal is to collect information from standard medical tests and some extra research tests, like blood draws and brain scans, to better understand how t…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Massive new registry aims to improve stroke prevention in AFib patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is collecting data from 3,000 adults with atrial fibrillation who undergo a procedure to close off a part of the heart called the left atrial appendage. The goal is to track how well the procedure works to prevent strokes and to identify any complications. Hospitals…
Sponsor: American College of Cardiology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a common muscle relaxant unlock better stroke rehab?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests how Tizanidine, a drug used for muscle stiffness, changes arm movement in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will measure brain activity, muscle responses, and movement patterns in 64 participants. The goal is to understand what limits movement after strok…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sound waves to wake the brain? new study tests ultrasound for consciousness disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether low-intensity focused ultrasound can help people with severe brain injuries who have not fully recovered consciousness. Researchers will measure changes in behavior and brain activity after ultrasound sessions. The study involves 36 participants and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Spinal fluid clues may reveal brain recovery secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing tiny energy-producing parts of cells, called mitochondria, in the spinal fluid of people who have had a stroke or have Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to see if these markers relate to how well patients recover after a stroke. The study does not give…
Sponsor: Capital Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple x-ray may spot hidden bone loss in stroke survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a standard shoulder X-ray can detect bone loss in the weak arm of people who have had a stroke. Researchers will measure bone thickness on X-rays from 65 stroke survivors and compare those measurements to the gold-standard DXA bone density scan. If the…
Sponsor: Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Loneliness fix may boost heart and brain health in rural elderly
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a 12-month community program (SCIP) for older adults in rural Ecuador. It includes group activities, peer support, and home coaching to reduce loneliness. Researchers will measure changes in social isolation, heart health, memory, and mood in 500 people aged 60 a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Especialidades Espiritu Santo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Brain scans aim to unlock the mystery of Post-Stroke apathy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses PET and MRI brain scans to compare the activity of two key brain chemicals—dopamine and acetylcholine—in 30 people who have had a stroke, half with apathy and half without. The goal is to better understand what causes apathy after a stroke, which could eventually …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Community health check: can better care improve lives?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with type 2 diabetes, COPD, or heart disease who join a health program in Halsnaes Municipality improve their physical function and well-being. About 194 adults will be tracked before and after the program using tests and questionnaires. The goa…
Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New study aims to predict repeat stroke risk using simple blood and scan markers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study is looking at 250 people who have had a stroke or mini-stroke due to narrowing of arteries in the brain. Researchers want to see if a specific platelet protein (FcγRIIa) and blood flow patterns on MRI can help predict who will have another stroke within a…
Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Electric jolts may retrain stroke-damaged arms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a technique that uses electrical stimulation to help stroke survivors improve arm movement. The idea is to correct mismatched sensory signals between vision and body awareness, which can interfere with motor learning. Only 3 people with chronic stroke…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sungkyunkwan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Massive 20-Year heart study aims to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting medical information and blood/urine samples from 9,500 people with various heart and blood vessel conditions, plus healthy volunteers, over 20 years. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose heart disease and predict how patients will do in the future.…
Sponsor: University Hospitals, Leicester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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54,000 patients to reveal the safest oxygen level during surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will look at 54,000 adults having surgery with general anesthesia to see how different oxygen levels affect their recovery. Patients will receive lower, intermediate, or higher oxygen during their operation. The goal is to find which oxygen level reduces the risk of or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Frederic T Billings IV • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New nursing model aims to strengthen patient-nurse teamwork for chronic illness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a special nursing care model helps people with long-term health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or Parkinson's work better with their advanced practice nurse. About 420 adults will take part. The goal is to see if this approach improves how pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can home training restore lost vision? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a home-based computer training program can improve vision in people who have lost part of their visual field due to stroke, traumatic brain injury, or brain tumor. Researchers will use brain scans to understand how the brain changes with training. The stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Lefties may recover better after stroke, new study suggests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether being left-handed or right-handed affects how well people recover arm movement after a stroke. Researchers will follow 500 adults who had a recent stroke for 6 months, measuring arm function with standard tests. The goal is to see if left-handed people…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Spinal circuit secrets: new study probes Stroke's hidden effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how stroke changes the way the spinal cord handles sensory signals. Researchers will stimulate nerve roots in the neck during surgery and measure muscle and brain responses in 15 people (some with stroke, some healthy). The goal is to better understand spinal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peter C. Gerszten, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Brain imaging study aims to uncover why stroke survivors struggle with thinking
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a brain imaging technique called MEG to look at how the brain recovers after a minor stroke. Researchers will scan 40 stroke survivors and 15 healthy older adults at 1, 6, and 12 months after the stroke while they perform a naming task. The goal is to understand w…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Pneumonia's hidden heart risk: new study tracks Long-Term damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people who had hospital-acquired pneumonia to see how it affects their heart and lungs over 18 months. Researchers will take blood samples, swabs, and perform heart and lung tests to understand the link between pneumonia and later cardiovascular problems li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Scientists watch brain activity as stroke survivors walk and think
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how stroke changes the way the brain handles walking while doing another task, like listening or navigating. Researchers will monitor brain activity in 50 stroke survivors as they walk on different paths and respond to sounds. The goal is to better understand …
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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2000 coma patients tracked to unlock recovery secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 2000 adults who are in a coma or have disorders of consciousness after serious brain injuries like stroke, cardiac arrest, or trauma. Researchers collect medical records and later interview survivors or their caregivers about physical and emotional recovery. No…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New MRI scan could spot heart problems earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a comprehensive MRI scan to see if it can better diagnose different heart conditions. Researchers will scan 2,000 adults with suspected or confirmed heart disease. The goal is to create a standard imaging method that improves early detection and risk predict…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Massive registry tracks Real-World performance of stroke and aneurysm devices
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry is following 4,000 people who have been treated with Medtronic devices for brain aneurysms or ischemic stroke. Researchers are tracking how well the devices work in everyday medical practice, including how often aneurysms are fully closed and how many patients regai…
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Better electrode placement could sharpen stroke rehab insights
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to validate new guidelines for placing surface EMG electrodes on the calf muscles of people who have had a stroke. Researchers will compare the new EPICA guidelines with standard SENIAM guidelines using ultrasound to see which placement gives more accurate muscle …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Scientists map Brain's reaching circuits after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a robotic arm and brain stimulation to learn how different brain areas control reaching movements in people who have had a stroke and those who haven't. Researchers will measure movement paths, speeds, and accuracy. The goal is to understand brain changes after st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Mind-Reading brain chip could give voice to the voiceless
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a brain implant called BrainGate in just 3 people with severe paralysis or speech loss from conditions like ALS or spinal cord injury. The goal is to see if the device is safe and can let users control a computer cursor or other tools by thought alone…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Spinal fluid test may predict dangerous brain vessel spasms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether levels of nitric oxide in spinal fluid can predict dangerous blood vessel spasms after a type of brain bleed called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Researchers will compare nitric oxide levels in 40 patients with and without this condition. The goal is to fin…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain scan and blood test study aims to predict stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 180 adults with cerebral small vessel disease to see how their condition changes over time after a stroke. Researchers will use MRI scans and blood tests to track disease progression and look for links to thinking skills, daily function, and stroke recurrence. …
Sponsor: Johannes Dorst • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Virtual reality boosts stroke recovery? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding immersive virtual reality (VR) to standard physical therapy helps people who recently had a stroke regain arm movement and improve quality of life. Researchers will also look at blood markers and genes that might predict recovery. About 120 adults …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut d'Investigació Biomèdica de Girona Dr. Josep Trueta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a simple walk after stroke be safer with ultrasound guidance?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether getting people moving early after a stroke, with the help of a special ultrasound to check blood flow in the brain, leads to better recovery than standard care. About 1,300 adults who have had an ischemic stroke will take part. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, EPE • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New bedside tool could cut unnecessary brain scans in seniors after falls
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a simple bedside tool called the Falls Decision Rule to help emergency doctors decide whether older adults (65+) need a brain scan after a fall. Researchers will check if the tool accurately identifies who has a serious brain bleed and who does not. The goal…
Sponsor: Dr. Kerstin de Wit • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can brain scans forecast stroke recovery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 50 adults who had a stroke caused by a blocked middle brain artery and were treated with a clot-removal procedure called thrombectomy. Researchers will use special MRI scans to measure brain activity and metabolism in the damaged area. The goal is to find earl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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DNA clue may predict stroke risk during common heart procedure in seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at whether a blood test measuring DNA methylation can predict the risk of silent brain injury in elderly patients undergoing TAVR, a minimally invasive heart valve replacement. About 542 people over age 70 with severe aortic stenosis will have their DNA test…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can brain zaps help stroke survivors regain hand control?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing three different doses of a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS in 26 chronic stroke survivors with arm weakness. The goal is to see which dose best boosts brain signals to the hand muscles and improves motor learning. Participants will recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Virtual reality study explores how altered visual feedback helps stroke survivors regain hand control
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how changing what stroke survivors see in virtual reality affects their hand movements. 15 chronic stroke survivors and 15 healthy people will do hand exercises in VR while their finger movements and muscle activity are recorded. The goal is to understand how …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The Catholic University of America • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Lung germ shifts may predict pneumonia in brain surgery ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowAfter brain surgery, many patients need a breathing machine in the ICU. This study will follow 220 such patients to see how the natural bacteria in their lungs change over time. Researchers will collect airway samples and use advanced lab tests to link those changes to the risk o…
Sponsor: Jian-Xin Zhou • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Yale study to uncover hidden link between blood pressure swings and stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study at Yale University will follow 150 people who have had an ischemic stroke to see how changes in blood pressure affect their recovery. Researchers will use brain scans and thinking tests to understand the connection. The goal is to find better ways to mana…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a quick workout help stroke survivors learn to walk better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago learn a new walking pattern using distorted visual feedback. Researchers want to see if a short 5-minute exercise session helps them remember the new walking pattern a day later. 80 participants will be split …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Delaware • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a smartphone app keep you on track after rehab?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital lifestyle platform designed to support patients after they leave inpatient rehabilitation. It includes people with COPD, heart problems, fractures, or minor stroke. Participants use the platform for six months, receiving personalized recommendations and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Matthias Wilhelm, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Scientists Fine-Tune Clot-Busting drug for brain hemorrhage in the lab
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses blood samples from over 1,100 people to create artificial clots in the lab, mimicking brain hemorrhages. Researchers test a modified clot-busting drug (rtPA) to find the best dose for different bleeding risks. The goal is to improve clot removal and guide future t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can prism training and electrical stimulation help stroke survivors see and walk better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining prism adaptation training with electrical stimulation can help people who have had a stroke and have spatial neglect (trouble noticing things on one side). Researchers will measure changes in pointing behavior, brain activity, and walking abi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New stroke protocol aims to cut critical transfer delays
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new set of procedures called the HI-SPEED Protocol, designed to help hospitals evaluate stroke patients faster and decide who needs to be transferred for advanced care. The goal is to reduce the time patients spend in the first hospital before being moved to a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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AI crystal ball: can computers predict your next disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can predict if someone will develop one of five common diseases: diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, back pain, or arthritis. Researchers will collect health data from 1,000 adults aged 30 to 60, including medical records,…
Sponsor: Jae Yong Jeon, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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4,500 healthy adults tracked to uncover hidden disease risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find early warning signs for major chronic diseases like stroke, heart disease, and cancer by following 4,500 healthy adults aged 30-80 in Lishui. Participants will receive regular check-ups and long-term monitoring. The goal is to improve prevention and care a…
Sponsor: The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University & Lishui Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Video link in ambulance could speed up stroke care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a live video call between a neurologist and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) can improve the accuracy of stroke detection in the ambulance. About 512 adults with suspected stroke will take part. The goal is to see if video assistance helps diagnose st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain activity clues may predict waking up after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 150 patients who are unresponsive after a brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage). Researchers use EEG to detect hidden brain activity when patients are asked to imagine moving. The goal is to see if this activity can predict who will regain consciousness and h…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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10-Year study to track rare brain disease in 500 koreans
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis 10-year study will follow 500 Korean adults with CADASIL, a genetic brain disease that causes strokes and dementia. Researchers will track symptoms, brain scans, memory tests, and genetic information to understand how the disease progresses in Koreans. The goal is to improve…
Sponsor: Jeju National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI could help 911 operators spot heart attacks and strokes faster
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how artificial intelligence (AI) can help emergency call operators quickly identify life-threatening situations like cardiac arrest, stroke, or severe breathing problems. Researchers will analyze millions of past emergency calls to train AI models to recognize…
Sponsor: Centro de Emergencias Sanitarias 061 Andalucía • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New quick tests may unlock secrets of brain disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether new, quick tests that measure how fast people can move can help doctors diagnose brain diseases like Alzheimer's and predict recovery after a stroke. Researchers will test 129 adults aged 40-85 with stroke or memory problems. The goal is to see if thes…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New brain flow measurement could unlock stroke recovery secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a special wire can safely measure blood flow in the brain's smallest blood vessels right after a stroke clot is removed. The goal is to understand why some patients still have disability even when the main artery is reopened. Fifteen adults who had …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New program helps stroke survivors become their own boss
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests an 8-week online program that teaches stroke survivors how to start their own business. The goal is to help them find meaningful work and improve their confidence and life satisfaction. The program is for adults aged 18-65 who had a stroke and have been out of pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Sleep apnea after stroke: hidden barrier to recovery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at sleep problems like sleep apnea and insomnia in 226 people who have had a stroke. Researchers want to see how these sleep issues affect recovery, daily activities, and quality of life. Participants will use a home sleep test and a smartwatch to track sleep and…
Sponsor: Malin Eleonora av Kák Gustafsson, MD, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Brain zaps and video training: new hope for stroke hand recovery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests if combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with watching hand movement videos (action observation therapy) can help people who had a stroke regain hand function. 60 adults with chronic stroke will receive 10 sessions of either the combined treatment…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Malaysia Sabah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Mind over MRI: stroke patients learn to rewire reading skills
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a special MRI technique can help people who have had a stroke improve their reading. Participants will practice controlling their own brain activity using real-time feedback from the MRI scanner. The goal is to retrain the brain's language areas to wor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kessler Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Heart MRI reveals how weight loss and exercise reshape the heart
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced heart MRI to see how bariatric surgery and cardiac rehabilitation change the heart's structure and function. Researchers will scan 150 adults before and 6-12 months after these metabolic treatments. The goal is to understand how the heart adapts to these …
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Brain Attack's hidden toll: new study probes Body's autonomic chaos
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a stroke can disrupt the body's automatic functions, like heart rate and blood pressure control. Researchers will compare 100 people who had a stroke or a mini-stroke using brain scans, blood tests, and heart function tests. The goal is to understand why t…
Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Researchers film rehab sessions to unlock secrets of better recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will video-record occupational therapy sessions for adults recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury. Researchers want to understand exactly what therapists do to help patients improve arm and hand movement. The goal is to create a toolkit that makes rehabilitation …
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study tracks hidden heart rhythm disorder in stroke patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 24 people who had a stroke and were recently diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm problem. Researchers want to see how AF changes over two years by monitoring heart activity, blood markers, and heart structure. The goal is to better understan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Luciano A. Sposato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain vs. machine: who predicts stroke outcomes better?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares how well stroke neurologists and a deep learning AI model predict recovery in 250 stroke patients. Researchers will track actual disability at 24 hours and 3 months, then compare those results to predictions made by doctors and the AI. The goal is to understan…
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain zaps may restore speech and hand movement in stroke survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether temporarily stimulating a specific part of the brain can improve hand, arm, and speech abilities in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Ten participants will have a thin wire placed deep in the brain for less than 30 days to deliver mild electr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jorge Gonzalez-Martinez • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New MRI technique could spot hidden heart damage early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use a new type of cardiac MRI to look at the heart's microscopic structure in 1,000 people—both healthy volunteers and those with various heart conditions. The goal is to see if this advanced imaging can detect early signs of heart damage better than standard test…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can piano training rewire the brain after a stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two rehabilitation methods to improve finger movement in 40 people who had a stroke. One method encourages using any strategy to reach goals, while the other focuses on improving movement technique. Participants will do 10 days of piano training and have brain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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AI could revolutionize bleeding stroke diagnosis and prognosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create an artificial intelligence (AI) model to help doctors diagnose and predict recovery for people with a bleeding stroke (spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage). The researchers will use brain scans and other data from 7,100 patients to train the AI. The goa…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Massive brain bleed study aims to unlock better treatments
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering information from 10,000 people who have had a spontaneous brain hemorrhage. Researchers will collect medical history, brain scans, and blood samples to better understand the condition and find clues that help predict recovery. The goal is to improve how do…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New stroke rehab study targets muscle coordination to restore arm movement
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of exercise that retrains how muscles work together can improve arm function in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will compare this approach to standard strength training in 74 participants. The goal is to see if changing muscle coordin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can lifestyle after a stroke protect your thinking skills? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 600 adults who have had their first stroke to see how their thinking and memory change over time. Researchers will look at factors like brain reserve and daily habits to understand why some people get worse while others stay stable. The goal is to better predic…
Sponsor: Roza Umarova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Quick DNA test could help stroke patients avoid second clots
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a fast genetic test done in the hospital to see if it helps doctors pick the best blood thinner for stroke patients. Some people have a gene variation that makes the common drug clopidogrel less effective. The test checks for 11 known gene variants and alerts the…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI picks the right therapy for Stroke-Linked reading loss
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a computer model can predict which reading treatment works best for people who developed dyslexia after a stroke. Twelve participants will each try two different therapies—phonomotor treatment and semantic feature analysis—for 60 hours each. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New brain monitor could help ICU patients stay calm and aware
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, non-invasive brain monitor (Neurosteer) in 100 ICU patients who are on breathing machines and sedatives. The monitor is a small device placed on the forehead that measures brain activity. Researchers want to see if it can accurately track levels of se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New scanner prototypes aim to improve brain bleed surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests two new Siemens imaging prototypes during minimally invasive surgery to remove brain bleeds. The tools aim to detect leftover bleeding and measure blood flow in the brain. Researchers will compare the prototype images with standard CT scans to see if they are use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Mind-Reading device aims to give voice to the paralyzed
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a brain implant can help people with severe paralysis from conditions like ALS, spinal cord injury, or stroke control devices using their thoughts. The implant records brain signals to decode text or synthesized speech. Only 3 adults will participat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karunesh Ganguly • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Mind-Controlled tech could help kids with severe disabilities at home
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) can be used at home by children aged 5-18 with severe physical disabilities, such as cerebral palsy or brain injury. Families receive a BCI kit and participate in 12 virtual coaching sessions over 3-6 months. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Brain blood flow may hold key to sleep apnea breathing stability
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how changes in brain blood flow affect breathing control during sleep in healthy adults. Researchers will expose participants to normal oxygen and low oxygen levels to see how the brain responds. The goal is to better understand sleep apnea and related conditi…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Mind-Controlled devices: new study aims to help paralysis patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) can help people with motor disorders, such as spinal cord injury or stroke, control assistive devices using their thoughts. Researchers will record brain signals with EEG and use machine learning to interpr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Stroke shoulder pain study aims to uncover hidden impacts on recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how shoulder pain on the paralyzed side after a stroke affects arm movement, trunk control, fear of falling, mobility, and independence. Researchers will assess 62 stroke survivors using standard tests and ultrasound. The goal is to better understand the relat…
Sponsor: Kutahya Health Sciences University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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5,000 patients enrolled to build brain bleed prediction tool
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 5,000 people who had a brain bleed from a ruptured aneurysm. Researchers are collecting medical data to find factors that predict complications like delayed brain injury or long-term disability. The goal is to create a computer model that helps doctors fore…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New brain scanner could predict recovery in coma patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new brain scanning method called fNIRS to see if it can predict recovery in unconscious ICU patients with severe stroke or brain injury. Researchers will compare fNIRS results with standard tests in 30 patients and healthy volunteers. If successful, fNIRS could…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emanuela Keller • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Massive korean registry to unlock secrets of heart and stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a huge database of up to 800,000 Korean patients with heart or brain vascular disease. By tracking their health over many years, researchers hope to understand the unique patterns and risk factors in this population. The goal is to create a platform that ca…
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brain oxygen mystery: 1,000 kids to help unlock Anesthesia's hidden effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different types of anesthesia change blood flow and oxygen use in the brains of children. Up to 1,000 kids having an MRI scan will be asked to join. The goal is to learn more, not to test a new treatment.
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Blood thinner danger: study probes hidden brain bleeds in stroke patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,875 people who have had an ischemic stroke and are taking blood thinners to prevent another one. Researchers use MRI scans to see if these medications increase the risk of tiny brain bleeds or major bleeding. The goal is to help doctors choose safer treatment…
Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Tiny study aims to Fine-Tune botox for stroke foot spasms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study looks at how botulinum toxin (Botox) injections affect the muscles, tendons, and nerves in the feet of people who have had a stroke and developed a tight, twisted foot (equinovarus). Researchers will use special ultrasound and movement tests to track these change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Massive heart biobank aims to unlock secrets of aortic disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large biobank of blood, DNA, plasma, and tissue samples from 15,000 people with and without heart and aortic diseases. Researchers will use this information to better understand conditions like aortic aneurysm, heart failure, and bicuspid aortic valve. Th…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Zapping the brain to reconnect with muscles after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain talks to muscles in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will use gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation and measure brain and muscle activity while participants squeeze a device with their weak hand. The goal is to see if this stimulation c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Which swallow test is best after stroke? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a standardized swallow test (MASA) with the usual non-standardized test to see which better detects swallowing problems and risk of food or liquid entering the lungs in stroke patients. Researchers will test 50 adults recently hospitalized after an ischemic st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New MRI study aims to sharpen heart imaging and check for gadolinium traces
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop better MRI methods for imaging the heart and brain, and to describe heart diseases using these new techniques. It will also investigate whether gadolinium, a common MRI contrast agent, stays in the body long after use. Up to 5,000 healthy volunteers and…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain wave timing could unlock better stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how the brain responds to magnetic stimulation when it is timed with natural brain waves. Researchers will test healthy adults and people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. The goal is to find ways to make brain stimulation more effective for im…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Ear zaps may boost brain plasticity for stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a mild electrical current applied to the ear can help the brain learn and control hand movements. Researchers want to understand how this stimulation affects brain chemicals that support learning. The study involves 110 adults, including some who have had…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Smart glove could revolutionize stroke rehab by measuring touch
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a special glove equipped with sensors to measure how well stroke survivors can feel touch. The glove is part of a larger robotic rehabilitation program aimed at improving both movement and thinking skills. Researchers will enroll 126 people who had a stroke …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Gut check: could your microbiome predict a stroke?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether an imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to stroke risk and recovery in young adults (ages 18-45). Researchers will analyze stool and blood samples from 60 stroke patients to find patterns that could help predict strokes earlier. The goal is to understan…
Sponsor: Shanghai 6th People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain swelling after stroke: could it be a key target for better recovery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how swelling around a brain bleed affects recovery in 500 stroke patients. Researchers will use MRI scans and blood tests to understand the swelling's role. The goal is to find new ways to treat this devastating type of stroke.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Brain injury ICU study tracks patient movement to boost recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will track how often and how intensely patients with moderate to severe brain injury are moved or exercised while in intensive care units in Scandinavia. Researchers want to see if more movement is linked to better outcomes and safety. About 198 adults on breathing mac…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study aims to unlock secrets of stroke recovery in young people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at up to 100 young adults (ages 18-55) who have had a stroke to understand how they recover. Researchers will collect detailed health information and samples to see what factors like age, lifestyle, and biology affect recovery. The goal is to test if this detaile…
Sponsor: The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Quick gene test may personalize stroke care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a fast genetic test can help doctors pick the best blood-thinning medication for people who have had a minor stroke or a high-risk mini-stroke (TIA). The test checks a gene called CYP2C19, which affects how the body processes certain antiplatelet drugs…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Tiny probe could give doctors a window into infant brains
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, lightweight ultrasound device called NeoDoppler that can be gently placed on a newborn's soft spot (fontanelle) to continuously measure blood flow in the brain. Researchers will enroll 180 preterm and full-term infants, including those with conditions like…
Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Magnesium levels may influence brain recovery after stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether low magnesium in the blood is linked to memory, attention, and other thinking problems after a stroke. Researchers will measure magnesium levels and give cognitive tests to 80 stroke patients over several weeks. The goal is to understand if magnesium d…
Sponsor: BDH-Klinik Hessisch Oldendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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100,000-Patient heart MRI study aims to unlock secrets of cardiovascular disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will use advanced heart MRI scans on up to 100,000 people with known or suspected heart disease. The goal is to learn how these scans can help doctors better understand, diagnose, and treat different heart conditions. Researchers will track participants' health over ti…
Sponsor: Dipan Shah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Nighttime blue light filter may boost heart surgery recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether filtering out blue light at night in hospital rooms can reduce inflammation, protect thinking skills, and improve mood and sleep in 80 adults having elective heart surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to wear blue-blocking glasses or regular…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Scientists launch biobank to uncover genetic secrets of AF and stroke
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a biological bank of blood samples from 1,000 people with atrial fibrillation (AF) and stroke. Researchers will collect DNA and plasma to study the genetic roots of these conditions. The goal is to better understand why AF leads to stroke and find new drug …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Why do some stroke patients not improve after clot removal? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why about half of stroke patients don't recover well even after doctors successfully remove a blood clot from their brain. Researchers will use special MRI scans to measure blood flow changes in the brain at 3 days, 7 days, and 90 days after the procedure. The…
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Zapping the brain after stroke: new study tests if electrical currents can reboot movement
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain (tACS) can improve hand movement in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. Researchers will use brain scans and EEG to see how the stimulation changes brain activity. 45 participants (including hea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC