Metrohealth Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Metrohealth Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Can zapping nerves restore hand movement after a stroke?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three different electrical stimulation therapies to help people who had a stroke regain hand function. 132 participants with hand weakness were assigned to one of the treatments. The goal was to see which therapy best improved their ability to pick up and move b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:25 UTC
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New combo therapy offers hope for stubborn post-stroke shoulder pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether combining a temporary nerve-stimulation implant with physical therapy relieves shoulder pain in stroke survivors better than either treatment alone. 96 adults with shoulder pain that started or worsened after a stroke took part. The goal was to find a mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Scientists clock stomach emptying to make anesthesia safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how long it takes for clear liquids of different volumes to leave the stomach in 70 healthy adults aged 18-65. The goal is to improve fasting guidelines before anesthesia. Participants fasted for 7 hours and had their stomach emptying timed. People on daily me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:31 UTC