United States Department Of Defense
Clinical trials sponsored by United States Department Of Defense, explained in plain language.
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Robot suit and spinal zaps help paralyzed veterans take steps again
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of a wearable robot suit, electrical spinal stimulation, and muscle-strengthening exercises can help people with complete spinal cord injury walk on their own. Twenty adults with paralysis from the chest down will train for months to see if …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 22:38 UTC
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New study aims to help veterans get the most out of PTSD therapy
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at how to help veterans with PTSD who are struggling with a common therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Researchers will compare two approaches: sticking with CPT and building skills, or switching to a different therapy called Present Centered Thera…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:16 UTC
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Can a partner 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. About 420 post-9/11 veterans with PTSD and their partners will take part. The treatment, called Partnered PE, adds partner support to standard exposure therapy to i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: United States Department of Defense • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:09 UTC