United States Department Of Defense
Clinical trials sponsored by United States Department Of Defense, explained in plain language.
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Spinal stimulation + robot suit helps paralyzed walk again in new military trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining a spinal cord stimulator, a wearable robot suit, and resistance training can help people with complete spinal cord injury walk on their own. Twenty adults with paralysis from the chest down will train for months. The goal is to improve walking s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC
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Can a Partner's help boost PTSD recovery? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether involving a romantic partner in PTSD therapy helps veterans function better in daily life compared to standard therapy alone. About 420 post-9/11 veterans in committed relationships will receive either partner-assisted or individual therapy. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:29 UTC
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New study aims to keep veterans in PTSD therapy and improve outcomes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at ways to help veterans with PTSD stay in therapy and get better results. Researchers will compare two approaches: sticking with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) or switching to Present Centered Therapy (PCT) when challenges arise. The goal is to find the best…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:01 UTC