Stroke Trials / Trials in New York
62 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Stroke in New York

62 clinical trials for Stroke are currently recruiting participants at study sites in New York. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Stroke clinical trials in New York: what to expect

Stroke trials come in three kinds. Acute treatment trials enroll within hours of a stroke, inside the hospital, and are not something you apply to. Recovery and rehabilitation trials enroll from a few weeks to many years after a stroke and test intensive therapy, robotics, brain and nerve stimulation, virtual reality and medicines meant to help the brain rewire. Prevention trials test blood thinners, cholesterol and blood pressure treatments and procedures to lower the chance of a second stroke.

In New York, recruiting stroke studies are concentrated in New York, Buffalo, The Bronx and Albany, with sites in 12 other cities. 21 of the 62 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who stroke trials usually look for

Listings state the time since stroke, the type (a clot or a bleed) and the kind of difficulty they study, such as arm and hand weakness, walking, speech or vision, often with a range on a standard scale that the study therapist scores. Many recovery trials enroll people six months or more after their stroke, so an older stroke does not rule you out. Prevention trials look for a stroke or mini-stroke in a recent window plus a specific risk factor such as atrial fibrillation. Most require that you can give consent and take part in sessions.

What taking part involves

Rehabilitation trials are intensive: several sessions a week for four to twelve weeks, with assessments by a therapist before, after and some months later, and sometimes an MRI. The comparison group often receives standard therapy or the same program later. Prevention trials are long and light: a study medicine or placebo added to usual care, visits every few months for several years. Study care and equipment are free and travel is usually reimbursed; a family member is welcome at visits.

Questions worth asking the study team

How many sessions are required and where; whether a comparison group receives the therapy later; whether current rehabilitation can continue; what the assessments involve; and whether transport can be arranged.

Showing 20 of 62 recruiting Stroke trials in New York

Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke (ReMEDy2 Trial)
PHASE2 Fairhope, Alabama +4 sites NCT05065216
This trial is looking for adults who have had a moderate stroke and present within 24 hours of the onset. Participants will receive a study medication to see if it helps improve their condition.
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Minocycline in Stroke Study at Maimonides
PHASE2 Brooklyn, New York NCT07237048
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 and older who have had a moderate stroke within the last 24 hours. Participants will either receive a medication called Minocycline along with standard care or just standard care and will be monitored for their recovery.
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Telerehabilitation In The Home After Stroke
NA Downey, California +4 sites NCT06682429
This trial is looking for people who have arm weakness from a stroke that happened 90 to 150 days ago. Participants will receive telerehabilitation to improve their arm function, alongside usual care, for 6 weeks.
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Music Listening for Mental Health Recovery After Stroke
NA New York, New York NCT07127159
This trial is looking for people aged 50 to 90 who have recovered from a stroke and want to improve their mental health through music. Participants will listen to music or an audiobook daily for four weeks and attend a few meetings to share their experiences and complete some assessments.
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GORE® CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder and Antiplatelet Medical Management for Reduction of Recurrent Stroke in Patients With Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO): the REDUCE Post Approval Study
NA Tucson, Arizona +4 sites NCT03821129
This trial is looking for patients who have had a recent stroke and also have a condition called Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO). Participants will receive a device to help reduce the risk of future strokes.
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Pilot/Pivotal Study of DBS+Rehab After Stroke
NA Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT05701280
This trial is looking for people who had a stroke and still have weakness in their arm. Participants will receive treatment to help improve their arm function.
Recruiting
MyHand 2: An Active Hand Orthosis for Stroke Patients
NA New York, New York NCT04436042
This trial is looking for adults who have had a stroke and have trouble using their hand. Participants will help improve a device designed to support hand function.
Recruiting
SDOH-Homecare Intervention Focus Team (SHIFT) Trial to Improve Stroke Outcomes
NA New York, New York NCT06397937
This trial is looking for stroke patients aged 18-75 who have at least three social and health-related challenges. Participants will receive homecare support to help improve their recovery over 6 months to a year.
Recruiting
Q Therapeutic System for Chronic Stroke Recovery
NA White Plains, New York NCT06979466
This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke and are experiencing difficulties with using their arms. Participants will try a new treatment for 3 months, which includes sessions both at a clinic and at home.
Recruiting
Treatment With Endovascular Intervention for STroke Patients With Existing Disability
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT05911568
This trial is looking for adults who had a stroke and have moderate to severe disability before it. Participants will compare two treatment options: a procedure to remove blood clots or regular medical care without the procedure.
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Validation of Early Prognostic Data for Recovery Outcome After Stroke for Future, Higher Yield Trials
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT05338697
This trial is looking for adults who have had a stroke and are experiencing motor difficulties in one arm. Participants will undergo specific tests and procedures to help researchers understand recovery outcomes.
Recruiting
Diagnostic Performance Study of the EMVision Emu™ Brain Scanner in the Detection of Intracranial Hemorrhage in Suspected Stroke Patients
N/A New York, New York +4 sites NCT06999122
This trial is looking for adults suspected of having a stroke. Participants will undergo a scan with a new device designed to quickly detect bleeding in the brain.
Recruiting
Genetic and Environmental Risk Factors for Hemorrhagic Stroke
N/A New York, New York +4 sites NCT00682695
This trial is looking for adults who have had a hemorrhagic stroke. Participants will provide consent for interviews, blood pressure checks, and blood sampling.
Recruiting
Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT04994756
This trial is looking for patients undergoing surgery for brain injuries. Participants will help collect information about their treatment and outcomes.
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Proximal Internal Carotid Artery Acute Stroke Secondary to Tandem or Local Occlusion Thrombectomy Trial
PHASE3 Mobile, Alabama +4 sites NCT05611242
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 79 who have had an acute ischemic stroke. Participants will receive a specific treatment for blocked arteries in the brain to see if it's more effective than other approaches.
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Optimizing Reperfusion to Improve Outcomes and Neurologic Function
PHASE2 Long Beach, California +4 sites NCT06990867
This trial is looking for adults with acute ischemic stroke who seek care within 4.5 to 24 hours. Participants will receive either a new treatment called JX10 or a placebo to see how it affects recovery and safety.
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Strategy for Improving Stroke Treatment Response
PHASE2 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT05948566
This trial is looking for adults who have had a suspected ischemic stroke. Participants will receive a treatment called TS23 to see how safe and effective it is within a specific time after their stroke.
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Safety and Efficacy of J147 in Acute Ischemic Stroke
PHASE2 Albany, New York +4 sites NCT07430917
This trial is looking for people who have recently had an ischemic stroke to see if the drug J147 can help improve their recovery. Participants will receive J147 after their clot has been cleared and will undergo MRI scans and blood tests during the trial.
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A Study of TAK-755 in Adults With Acute Ischemic Stroke
PHASE2 Buffalo, New York +4 sites NCT07392450
This trial is looking for adults who have had an acute ischemic stroke. Participants will receive a medicine called TAK-755 or a placebo and will be monitored for about 3 months.
Recruiting
WE-TRUST (Workflow Optimization to Reduce Time to Endovascular Reperfusion for Ultra-fast Stroke Treatment)
NA The Bronx, New York +4 sites NCT04701684
This trial is looking for adults who have had a stroke and can get to a stroke center quickly. Participants will receive treatment aimed at improving outcomes for stroke patients.
Recruiting
See all 62 Stroke trials in New York

Where the Stroke studies are in New York

Research sites running the most studies
  • Montefiore Medical Center, The Bronx10 trials
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York7 trials
  • Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook6 trials
  • The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York6 trials
  • Albany Medical Center, Albany5 trials
  • Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo5 trials
By city

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in New York, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Stroke clinical trials in New York: common questions

How many Stroke clinical trials are recruiting in New York?
TrialFinder currently lists 62 recruiting Stroke clinical trials with study sites in New York. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Stroke clinical trials located in New York?
Study sites for the Stroke trials listed on this page include Brooklyn, New York, White Plains, Albany, Buffalo, The Bronx. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Stroke clinical trial in New York?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Stroke trials in New York also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Stroke clinical trial in New York?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Stroke diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
My stroke was years ago. Are there still trials for me?
Yes. Many recovery trials enroll people six months or more after a stroke, and some accept strokes from many years earlier, because they study whether therapy can still improve movement or speech.
What are stroke rehabilitation trials like?
Intensive and hands-on: therapy sessions several times a week for one to three months, sometimes with a device or stimulation added, and assessments before and after. The comparison group usually gets standard therapy or the program at a later date.
Can a family member join a trial if they cannot consent for themselves?
Some trials allow a legally authorized representative to consent on a participant's behalf, particularly acute and prevention studies; most rehabilitation trials need the participant's own consent and active participation. Ask the study team.
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