Head position showdown: flat or elevated after stroke?
NCT ID NCT07507097
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two common head positions—lying flat (0°) versus raising the head 30°—for the first 24 hours after a severe ischemic stroke. Researchers want to see which position leads to better recovery and fewer complications. About 1,500 adults with severe stroke will be randomly assigned to one of the two positions. The goal is to find a simple, safe nursing practice that improves long-term outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could establish a simple, low-cost nursing standard to improve outcomes after severe stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study comparing two routine positions; results may show no clear benefit or be limited to specific patient groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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West China Hospital, Sichuan University
Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, China
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