Case Western Reserve University
Clinical trials sponsored by Case Western Reserve University, explained in plain language.
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New balloon procedure tested to stop deadly strokes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a gentle balloon procedure to widen a narrowed brain artery is safe and helps prevent future strokes. It will involve 159 people who recently had a minor stroke caused by severe blockage in a specific brain artery. Participants will receive the balloon p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Can a new program stop family caregivers from verbally abusing elderly relatives with dementia?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a training program called KINDER, designed to prevent psychological abuse by family members caring for a loved one with dementia. The program aims to reduce relationship strain and teach caregivers better coping skills. Researchers will compare outcomes for …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Could a dryer, cleaner home be the key to taming childhood asthma?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether simple, low-cost fixes to reduce mold and humidity in homes can help children with asthma. Researchers will work with 80 families in the Cleveland area, providing home improvements to one group immediately and another group later. They will check if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can a supportive community rewire the brain in schizophrenia?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if a specific type of community support, called the Clubhouse Model, offers unique benefits for thinking, daily functioning, and brain activity in adults with schizophrenia, compared to standard outpatient care. Over six months, researchers will meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC