Could lying Head-Down help stroke patients? new trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06010641
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This 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 people achieve a good functional outcome (able to live independently) after 3 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
head-down body position (Trendelenburg)
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple head-down position could become a standard, low-cost way to improve recovery after a moderate stroke.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial (Phase not specified) and previous studies have been inconclusive. The position may not help, or could cause discomfort or other issues.
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Department of Neurology, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command
RECRUITINGShenyang, 110016, China
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