Clinical trials
Dementia clinical trials
Below are recruiting dementia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 488 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06701630Recruiting
Italian study of daily thinking and memory scales
This study is testing new questionnaires to better understand everyday thinking and memory problems in older adults. It aims to improve how doctors identify and track conditions like mild cognitive impairment and early dementia.
Milan, MichiganAges 60 years+ - NCT07402356Recruiting
Virtual reality eye test for thinking problems
This study uses virtual reality and eye-tracking (pupillometry) to measure thinking and memory problems in people with Alzheimer's, mild cognitive impairment, or depression. It aims to find better ways to detect and track cognitive changes using a simple, non-invasive procedure.
München, BavariaAges 18–80 - NCT07392944Recruiting
Exercise program for older adults in nursing homes
This trial tests a multicomponent exercise program for older adults living in nursing homes. The goal is to see if it improves physical function, thinking skills, and reduces falls risk.
PortoAges 65 years+ - NCT07387614Enrolling by invitation
Web support for caregivers of Veterans with dementia
This study tests a web-based support program for people caring for a Veteran with dementia who has recently come home from a nursing facility. The program aims to help you manage caregiving challenges and connect with resources.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07377331RecruitingPhase 1
Online program to support dementia caregivers
This study tests an online education program designed to help caregivers of people with dementia. It aims to see if the program helps you learn and apply new skills in your caregiving role.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07372066Recruiting
Brain exercise group for seniors with memory concerns
This trial tests a cognitive stimulation therapy group for older adults living in residential homes who have mild cognitive impairment or dementia. The goal is to see if group activities can help keep the mind active and improve quality of life.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT06850597RecruitingPhase 2
Testing dimethyl fumarate for early Alzheimer's disease
This study tests a drug called dimethyl fumarate to see if it can help people with early Alzheimer's disease. It may slow down memory loss and thinking problems.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 55–90 - NCT06852326Recruiting
Helping caregivers of people with dementia
This study aims to design a support program for informal caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or similar dementias. It works with doctors, nurses, and other experts to understand what help caregivers need.
AmboiseAges 18 years+ - NCT06855368Recruiting
Biomarkers for tracking dementia progression
This study looks at biological markers to monitor how dementia changes over time. It may help understand the disease better in people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment.
RomaAges 18 years+ - NCT07347574Recruiting
Early Alzheimer's detection study in Hong Kong communities
This study aims to find early signs of Alzheimer's in the community through blood tests and assessments. It's for people who can think clearly and agree to participate without major health issues.
Hong KongAges 60–75 - NCT07349706Recruiting
Breathing exercise for dementia risk reduction
This trial tests a simple breathing exercise done for about 5–10 minutes each day for 8 weeks. It aims to see if this exercise can reduce your risk of dementia. If you are between 60 and 80 years old and have at least one risk factor for dementia, this study may be a fit for you.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 60–80 - NCT07347431Recruiting
AI tool to understand memory clinic experiences
This study uses a computer program to understand how people with memory problems and their carers talk about their experiences. It aims to help doctors better support dementia care.
North ShieldsAges 65 years+ - NCT03987633Recruiting
Study links health records and samples to understand health gaps
This study asks people affected by a specific illness (or their family member) to share saliva (and sometimes blood) and answer health and quality-of-life questions. The goal is to better understand and reduce health inequality by matching new information with medical records.
Wolverhampton, West MidlandsAges 6 years+ - NCT07323914RecruitingPhase 3
Pain management for people with Alzheimer's and chronic pain
This study tests if opioid pain medicine is safe and effective for people with Alzheimer's disease who also have chronic pain. It aims to find better ways to manage pain in dementia.
BeijingAges 50–90 - NCT07321587Recruiting
Walking, texts, and videos for older adults and their care partners
This study tests whether a program of Fitbit tracking, text reminders, exercise videos, and walking with a care partner can help older adults (with or without mild dementia) become more active. It is designed for people who are willing to use a smartwatch and stay connected via phone or internet.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07312435Recruiting
B vitamins and Omega-3s for brain health in older adults
This trial tests whether taking B vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids can slow brain shrinkage in older adults. It may help those with low vitamin levels keep their memory sharp.
OsloAges 65 years+ - NCT07304674Recruiting
Primary Aldosteronism and Thinking Ability Study
This study looks at whether primary aldosteronism (a treatable cause of high blood pressure) is linked to memory and thinking problems. It may help understand if managing this condition can protect brain health.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 40 years+ - NCT07303998Recruiting
Brain stimulation and chair yoga for knee pain in Alzheimer's
This study tests two treatments together for people with Alzheimer's who also have chronic knee pain: a gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) and online chair yoga. The goal is to see if these can reduce knee pain and improve daily life.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 60 years+ - NCT04956549Recruiting
Exercise program for early memory loss in African Americans
This study tests whether a structured exercise program can lower Alzheimer’s risk in older African American adults who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI). You’ll be placed by chance into an exercise group or a comparison group and attend group sessions for about a year.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 60 years+ - NCT07289061Recruiting
Positive psychology for early memory changes
This trial tests whether positive psychology exercises can help improve memory and brain function in people with very early memory changes. It may be a good fit if you have noticed new memory concerns or a mild cognitive impairment.
ThessalonikiAges Any age - NCT07290387Recruiting
Tele-Savvy support program for Latino caregivers
This study offers a program called Tele-Savvy for Latino caregivers to help you care for a loved one with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. You'll learn caregiving tips and get support, all from home using your own device.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06803784Recruiting
Bioproducts in body fluids for early brain disease detection
This study is looking for proteins in blood and other body fluids that could help detect brain diseases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and ALS early. It aims to improve diagnosis and future treatments.
Pozzilli, ItalyAges 20 years+ - NCT06688968Recruiting
Music, thinking, and memory in Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
This study looks at how music engagement affects thinking and memory in people with Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease. It may help researchers understand how music can support brain health as we age.
Montpellier, HéraultAges 60 years+ - NCT06883708Recruiting
Online program for dementia caregivers in Malaysia
This trial tests an online program called iSupport-Malaysia to help people who care for a family member with dementia. It aims to reduce stress, burden, and symptoms of depression or anxiety.
Petaling Jaya, Kuala LumpurAges 18–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dementia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 488 recruiting dementia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a dementia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a dementia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.