Clinical trials
Elderly clinical trials
Below are recruiting elderly clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 494 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06860646Recruiting
Heart attack study for adults 75 and older
This trial is for older adults aged 75 and up who have had a heart attack. It aims to study the best care for elderly patients with this condition.
RyazanAges 75 years+ - NCT06857981Recruiting
Prepare for Your Surgery: A Program for Frail Patients
This trial is for people who are frail and planning to have elective surgery in at least 4 weeks. It focuses on a program to help you prepare for your surgery, so you may have a better recovery.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT06863727Recruiting
Beijing disability survey in older adults
This study is a survey that follows older adults in Beijing over time to track disability. It aims to understand how disabilities develop in the community, which could help improve care for older people.
BeijingAges 65 years+ - NCT06853275Recruiting
How movement speed affects muscle use in older adults with sarcopenia
This study tests whether giving you feedback on how fast you move during exercises can improve muscle activation and how you feel about your body. It is for older adults with sarcopenia who have not done resistance training recently.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 60–95 - NCT06846489RecruitingPhase 2
Acalabrutinib plus rituximab for untreated mantle cell lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (acalabrutinib and rituximab) for people with mantle cell lymphoma who have not had treatment before. It is designed for older patients or younger patients with a less aggressive form of the disease.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07621120Recruiting
Wearable Device to Predict Surgery Risk in Older Adults
This study uses a wristwatch-like device to measure your movement and body functions before and after surgery to help predict which older patients might have complications. The goal is to improve safety planning for people 65 and older having surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06842459Recruiting
Helping older adults with diabetes stay mobile
This study tests a program to help older adults with diabetes who have trouble moving around. The goal is to see if a special care plan can help them stay independent and avoid getting worse.
Cagliari, CagliariAges 75–110 - NCT06845709Recruiting
Balance and eye exercises for stroke recovery in older adults
This study tests two simple exercise programs—one for balance and strength (Otago exercises) and one for eye-head coordination (gaze stabilization)—to help older adults who have had a stroke improve their walking, balance, and quality of life.
Islamabad, FedralAges 50–70 - NCT05830942Recruiting
Training walks plus brain stimulation for thinking skills in older adults
This study tests whether a structured walking exercise, combined with brain stimulation and brain scans, can improve or slow decline in thinking skills. It’s aimed at older adults who notice memory or confusion getting worse.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65 years+ - NCT06835803RecruitingPhase 2
Intensified radiation for older adults with glioblastoma
This trial tests whether a more focused, stronger dose of radiation can improve outcomes for people 65 and older with newly diagnosed glioblastoma. It compares this approach to standard radiation to see if it's safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06834048Recruiting
Balance test for posture pain and muscle tension
This study tests if a balance scale works well for Albanian people with posture-related pain or muscle tension. It helps figure out if your balance is affected by these issues.
MurciaAges 50–80 - NCT06827899RecruitingPhase 2
New combination therapy for older adults with untreated leukemia
This trial tests a three-drug combination (venetoclax, chidamide, and azacitidine) followed by another combination (decitabine plus MAG) for older adults with untreated acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who cannot have standard chemotherapy. It aims to offer a gentler but effective treatment option.
Xiamen, FujianAges 60 years+ - NCT06830421RecruitingPhase 3
High-dose chemo with stem cell transplant vs. standard therapy for older adults with CNS lymphoma
This study compares a high-dose chemotherapy followed by your own stem cell transplant to standard chemo-immunotherapy for older adults with newly diagnosed primary CNS lymphoma. The goal is to see which approach works better and is safer for people over 70.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-WurttembergAges 65 years+ - NCT06826963Recruiting
Eccentric exercise for older adults with heart failure and muscle loss
This study tests whether a special type of exercise (eccentric, or lengthening, exercises) can help older adults with heart failure who also have muscle loss. It aims to see if the exercise is safe and improves strength and function.
Verona, VeronaAges 65–85 - NCT06827860RecruitingPhase 2
Talquetamab shot for elderly with relapsed multiple myeloma
This study tests a new drug called talquetamab, given as a shot under the skin, for older adults with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to earlier treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control the cancer with fewer side effects.
New York, New YorkAges 70 years+ - NCT06817239Recruiting
Low-dose esketamine for preventing confusion after surgery in older adults
This study tests whether a low dose of the medicine esketamine can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults at higher risk. You may qualify if you are 65 or older, planning a major non-cardiac surgery, and have certain health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 65–90 - NCT06807983Recruiting
Lung and heart ultrasound for breathing trouble in older adults
This trial tests whether using lung and heart ultrasound (LuCUS) can help emergency doctors better diagnose and treat shortness of breath in patients over 65. It aims to improve care for older adults with severe breathing problems.
ToulouseAges 65 years+ - NCT06792877Recruiting
Mindfulness for thinking in early Alzheimer's
This study tests if mindfulness training can help protect thinking and memory in early-stage Alzheimer's disease. It compares mindfulness to other activities to see if it slows down memory loss.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–100 - NCT06794255Recruiting
Vitamin C for healthy aging in middle-aged adults
This study looks at whether vitamin C can help support healthy aging in middle-aged and older adults. It will compare taking vitamin C to a placebo (a dummy pill) to see if it improves overall health.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–70 - NCT06512727Recruiting
Pain management study for Black older adults with long-term joint pain
This study tests two different approaches to help Black adults aged 50–92 manage chronic muscle or joint pain in their hips, knees, lower back, or ankles. It aims to find which method works better to reduce pain and improve daily life.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 50–92 - NCT06764017RecruitingPhase 2
New combination therapy for elderly lymphoma unable to handle chemo
This trial tests a new treatment called CHiR for people 70 or older with a type of lymphoma (DLBCL) who are either too frail for standard chemo or choose not to have it. The study aims to see if this therapy can work as a gentler option.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 70–100 - NCT06761534Enrolling by invitation
Screening tool for health in older cancer patients
This study is developing a simple screening tool to help doctors better understand the overall health and needs of older cancer patients (65+). It aims to make sure elderly patients get the right support during cancer treatment.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 65 years+ - NCT06758037RecruitingPhase 2
HiR Plus X therapy for elderly DLBCL patients who can't have chemo
This study tests a new treatment called HiR+X for older adults with a type of lymphoma (DLBCL) who cannot tolerate standard chemotherapy. It aims to offer a gentler but effective option.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 70–100 - NCT06759818Enrolling by invitation
Vagus nerve stimulation for heart protection after lung surgery in older adults
This trial tests if a gentle ear stimulation device can protect the heart after lung surgery in patients aged 60 and older. It is for those having a planned lung procedure (lobectomy, segmentectomy, or wedge resection) through small chest incisions.
Jiaxing, ZhejiangAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elderly?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 494 recruiting elderly 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 elderly 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 elderly 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.
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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.