Clinical trials
fNIRS clinical trials
Below are recruiting fnirs clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 41 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07294924Recruiting
Predicting depression treatment response with brain imaging
This study uses a special brain-imaging headband to see if it can predict how well people with depression respond to a treatment called accelerated rTMS (a type of brain stimulation). It compares results with people who do not have depression.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07149974Enrolling by invitation
Neurofeedback training for autistic children
This trial tests a brain training technique called neurofeedback for children with autism. The goal is to see if it can help improve how the brain works and possibly reduce autism-related challenges.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 8–12 - NCT06866028Recruiting
Brain training to improve emotion regulation using fNIRS feedback
This trial uses a brain imaging technique called fNIRS (a safe, non-invasive headband) to give you real-time feedback on your brain activity. The goal is to help you learn to improve your emotion regulation. It may be helpful if you have no major mental health conditions and want to try a new way to manage emotions.
Hong KongAges 18–30 - NCT04495660Recruiting
Brain and hearing testing after cochlear implants in children
This study uses a non-painful brain-light monitor to check how hearing and thinking skills change after a cochlear implant in deaf children. It also compares results with children who have normal hearing.
ToulouseAges 10 months–7 years - NCT05614024Recruiting
Neurofeedback training during meals for bulimia
This trial tests whether “neurofeedback” training during eating can help reduce symptoms of bulimia nervosa. You would do meal-based sessions while receiving feedback meant to support your brain’s self-regulation during eating.
New York, New YorkAges 18–45 - NCT05800470Recruiting
Brain-training with light sensors to improve walking in Parkinson’s
This trial tests a “neurofeedback” training program using a special light-sensing cap (fNIRS) to help improve balance and walking in people with Parkinson’s disease. You may also do guided walking practice mentally (imagery training), and your ability to walk and balance will be measured.
Taipei, None SelectedAges 40–85 - NCT05847426Recruiting
Testing early hearing support using brain scans in babies
This study helps improve early hearing care by using a simple brain scan test (fNIRS) in babies with permanent hearing loss. It compares different early intervention approaches and aims to find better ways to support hearing development early on.
East Melbourne, VictoriaAges 24 years+ - NCT05921773Recruiting
Near-infrared brain monitoring and training for anxiety
This study tests whether using a painless light-based brain monitor and “neurofeedback” training can help track and reduce symptoms in people with generalized anxiety disorder. If you are eligible, you would receive sessions during the study and be able to communicate in Chinese.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06897670Recruiting
Brain blood flow patterns in mood and memory disorders
This study uses a headband with light sensors (fNIRS) to measure blood flow in the brain while you do thinking tasks. It aims to understand differences in brain activity for people with depression, bipolar disorder, or mild memory loss.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06902571Recruiting
Testing brain activity during magnetic stimulation
This study uses two types of brain scans (fNIRS and fMRI) to see how a magnetic stimulation technique called iTBS affects brain blood flow. Healthy volunteers are needed to help validate how well these methods measure brain response.
Hong Kong, Hung HomAges 18–60 - NCT06906276Recruiting
Brain activity during walking in atypical Parkinson's
This study looks at brain activity while walking in people with atypical Parkinsonian syndromes like PSP or MSA. It may help understand how these conditions affect walking and balance.
Solna, SolnaAges Any age - NCT07088107Recruiting
Brain training with TMS and fNIRS for arm recovery after stroke
This trial uses a brain-computer interface (TMS and fNIRS) to help people with chronic stroke regain arm function. It tests if combining brain stimulation with real-time brain activity feedback can improve movement.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT07325370Recruiting
Brain training with feedback for anxiety in pregnancy loss
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain training method (neurofeedback) can help women with recurrent pregnancy loss who also have anxiety. It aims to improve heart rate regulation and reduce anxiety using a closed-loop system that gives you real-time feedback.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–45 - NCT06002100Enrolling by invitation
Predicting depression treatment response with brain imaging
This study uses a special headband (TD-fNIRS) that measures brain activity to see if it can predict how well different depression treatments work. You would be starting a new treatment for depression (like ketamine, SPRAVATO, TMS, or antidepressants) and wear the headband before and during treatment.
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05417542Recruiting
Study how young brains hear rhythms
This study looks at how babies’ brains process rhythm and sound. It may help researchers understand early brain development, especially from premature birth through infancy.
AmiensAges birth–18 years - NCT07417371Recruiting
Herbal Medicine for Tourette Syndrome in Children
This trial tests a Chinese herbal formula, Pei Tu Ning Feng Tang, to see how it helps children with Tourette syndrome. It uses a brain imaging technique to understand changes in brain pathways.
Dali, YunnanAges 4–15 - NCT07533773Recruiting
Brain Activity Changes After Depression Treatment
This study measures how brain activity in specific regions changes after you receive electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or magnetic seizure therapy (MST) for severe depression. Researchers use a non-invasive headband to monitor blood flow in your brain before and after treatment to better understand how these therapies work.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–65 - NCT04574440Recruiting
Near-infrared brain scan during planned heart surgery
This trial tests a non-painful near-infrared brain scan (placed on the forehead) during planned adult heart surgery. It may help doctors better understand how the brain responds during surgery and improve care.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04696835Recruiting
Brain-light test with pediatric hearing aids
This study uses a special non-painful sensor test on the head (functional near-infrared spectroscopy, or fNIRS) to understand how young children’s brains respond while wearing hearing aids. It may help improve how hearing aids are adjusted for babies and toddlers with hearing differences.
LilleAges 3 months–1.5 years - NCT06136247Recruiting
Brain & thinking tests in opioid use disorder
This study tests whether brain scans and thinking tests can help understand opioid use disorder. It is for people on stable buprenorphine or methadone treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–60 - NCT06250842Recruiting
Benzodiazepine impact on brain function study
This study uses brain scans to understand how long-term benzodiazepine use affects thinking and memory. It compares people who have taken benzodiazepines for at least 3 months with those who have not.
Dalian, LiaoningAges 18–80 - NCT06364670Recruiting
Acupuncture for tinnitus: brain imaging study
This study is testing whether acupuncture can help treat tinnitus by using a special brain imaging technique (fNIRS) to see how the brain responds. It may help find out who benefits most from acupuncture.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–60 - NCT06503484Recruiting
Brain training with light for stroke arm recovery
This trial tests whether a brain-computer interface (BCI) using near-infrared light can help stroke survivors improve hand and arm movement. You'll receive a type of brain training called neurofeedback during the study.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18–75 - NCT06703320Recruiting
Virtual reality pathfinding study for stroke recovery
This study uses a virtual reality pathfinding game to see how your brain activates after a stroke. It may help doctors understand how to improve recovery.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fnirs?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 41 recruiting fnirs 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 fnirs 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 fnirs 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.