Clinical trials
Elderly clinical trials
Below are recruiting elderly clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 524 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06709365Recruiting
Comparing two surgeries for complex ankle breaks in older adults
This trial tests two ways to fix complicated ankle and lower leg fractures in people over 65. It compares using a nail through the heel versus plates and screws to see which helps you heal and move better.
SohagAges 1–2 - NCT06616129Recruiting
Geriatric risk assessment for older heart surgery patients
This study tests whether a special geriatric risk assessment and shared decision-making conversation helps older patients (70+) and their doctors choose the best treatment for heart surgery. It aims to improve quality of life by tailoring decisions to each person's health risks.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 70 years+ - NCT06192082Recruiting
Heart risks during painless stomach scope in frail elderly
This study looks at whether older, frail patients have heart problems during a painless stomach scope (gastroscopy). It aims to find safer ways to give sedation for these patients.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–100 - NCT06030804Recruiting
Dexmedetomidine during surgery and long-term survival
This trial studies whether adding a medication called dexmedetomidine during cancer surgery can improve long-term survival. It is for older adults having major cancer surgery that lasts at least two hours and who will need a pain pump after the operation.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 60 years+ - NCT05971810Recruiting
Oral cleaning and nutrition support around surgery for older adults
This trial studies whether cleaning the mouth before and after major surgery, plus special nutrition support, can lower the risk of breathing complications in older adults. It may help patients who are at higher risk for lung problems around the time of general anesthesia.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 65 years+ - NCT05991037Recruiting
How psychoactive drugs affect fall severity in older adults
This study looks at older adults who fall while taking certain medications that affect the brain, like sedatives or antidepressants. It aims to understand if these drugs make falls more serious and how they can be better managed.
CaenAges 75 years+ - NCT05642260Recruiting
Fall-prevention program after knee replacement for older women
This trial tests whether a structured fall-prevention program can reduce the number of falls in older women after total knee replacement surgery. It may help you stay safer as you recover and move around.
Kuwait CityAges 60 years+ - NCT05635877RecruitingPhase 4
Low-dose heart-rate medicine after surgery in frail older adults
This trial tests whether a low dose of esmolol (a short-acting heart-rate medicine) can reduce heart muscle injury after non-heart surgery in older, frail people. It may help lower the chance of heart-related complications around the time of surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 65–90 - NCT05343286Recruiting
Personalized exercise plan for older adults
This study looks for health “signals” that can help tailor a physical activity program for people aged 60 and older. It may help decide which exercise approach works best for different individuals over time.
NiceAges 60 years+ - NCT05107947Recruiting
Dynamic room lighting to improve sleep and daily body rhythm
This study tests whether changing the light in a hospital room can improve sleep and help your body clock work better in older adults. It may be most helpful if sleep problems or irregular daily rhythms are affecting you in the hospital.
MalmöAges 65 years+ - NCT06740994Recruiting
Comparing two spinal anesthesia methods for elderly hip surgery
This study compares two ways of giving spinal anesthesia to people over 65 having hip fracture surgery. It aims to see if using ultrasound guidance works better than the traditional hand-feel method.
Nabeul, MrazgaAges 65 years+ - NCT04912479Recruiting
Using connected devices to help safely stop benzodiazepines
This trial studies whether using a connected phone or tablet can improve how successfully and safely older adults reduce or stop benzodiazepine medicines. It focuses on people who have been taking benzodiazepines every day for more than 3 months.
ToulouseAges 65 years+ - NCT05071105Recruiting
Short-course radiation for early breast cancer in older women
This study looks at a brief type of radiation called SBRT given soon after starting hormone therapy for certain early breast cancers in women age 75 and older. It may help treat the cancer locally while aiming to be easier to receive than longer radiation schedules.
Rome, RomeAges 75 years+ - NCT03770312RecruitingPhase 4
Testing low/moderate statin use to prevent heart problems in older adults
This study looks at whether taking a low- to moderate-dose statin can prevent first-time heart and stroke problems in people age 70 and older. It may help you lower “bad cholesterol” (LDL) and see if that leads to fewer heart events over time.
SeoulAges 70 years+ - NCT04212468Recruiting
Home blood pressure tracking for older adults
This study looks at whether recording blood pressure at home is feasible and useful for people age 65 and older. It may help improve how blood pressure is monitored in everyday life.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 65 years+ - NCT04496024Recruiting
How ofloxacin levels may affect older adults with bone infections
This study looks at whether blood levels of the antibiotic ofloxacin in people over 65 are linked to side effects, in older adults hospitalized for bone and joint infections. It may help doctors choose safer doses, especially when switching from IV treatment to pills.
AmiensAges 65 years+ - NCT04157569Recruiting
Study blood DNA markers after chemotherapy in older acute leukemia
This trial checks a blood test called “ctDNA” (tiny pieces of leukemia DNA in blood) after chemotherapy. It may help doctors understand how well treatment is working in older adults with acute leukemia.
BeijingAges 60–100 - NCT05524298Recruiting
Quality of life study in older adults with low-grade lymphoma
This study looks at quality of life in people age 70 and older with slow-growing (low-grade) B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma who haven’t been treated yet. It requires a geriatric (aging-focused) check before starting care, to see what helps older patients feel better during treatment.
Alessandria, AlessandriaAges 70 years+ - NCT07672522Recruiting
Infections and the aging immune system in older adults
This study is looking at how infections and the aging immune system affect older adults. It compares people with an infection to healthy volunteers to understand how the body fights germs as we age.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT02836158RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Test drug plus spinal chemotherapy for older PCNSL
This trial studies whether adding R-IDARAM and medication delivered into the spinal fluid can improve treatment for primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) in newly diagnosed older adults. It may help by targeting lymphoma cells in the brain, covering membranes, and spinal fluid.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 60–75 - NCT06421051Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation for better sleep after surgery in older adults
This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of a nerve in the ear can help older adults sleep better after surgery. It's for people 65 and older having planned surgeries that don't involve the brain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06406751Enrolling by invitation
MI Paste and mouth bacteria in older denture wearers
This study tests whether a special paste (MI Paste) used for several months can change the natural bacteria in the mouth of older adults who wear dentures. It may help keep your mouth healthier.
Iowa City, IowaAges 65–105 - NCT06339268Recruiting
Brain and body training to prevent confusion after lung surgery
This study tests whether special physical and brain exercises before and after lung surgery can help older adults (ages 60+) avoid confusion or memory problems. Participants will use a tablet or phone to follow the program.
BelgradeAges 60 years+ - NCT07453823Recruiting
Synbiotic for gut health in overweight adults
This trial tests a combination supplement (a synbiotic) to see if it can improve gut function and gut bacteria in middle-aged and older adults who are overweight and have constipation. If eligible, you take the supplement daily and report how your digestion feels.
Cork, BlackpoolAges 50–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elderly?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 524 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.
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.