Clinical trials
Functional Near-infrared Spectroscopy clinical trials
Below are recruiting functional near-infrared spectroscopy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 16 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07654946Recruiting
Taurine supplement and muscle endurance in healthy adults
This study tests whether taking a taurine supplement can help your muscles work longer before getting tired. Researchers will use a light sensor on your leg to see how muscles use oxygen.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18–40 - NCT06725550Recruiting
Acupuncture for pain in sickle cell disease
This trial tests whether adding acupuncture to standard pain treatments can help manage pain in people with sickle cell disease. It involves brain scans, questionnaires, and acupuncture sessions to see if this approach reduces pain and improves quality of life.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 14–80 - NCT05708105Recruiting
Testing ultrasound and near-infrared light to predict brain bleeding
This study looks at using two noninvasive tools on very preterm newborns to better predict whether an intraventricular hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain’s fluid spaces) may happen. If successful, it could help doctors spot risk earlier and monitor or treat babies sooner.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Any age - 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 - 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 - NCT04746820Recruiting
Brain monitoring in unconscious ICU patients after cardiac arrest
This trial tests a bedside brain-monitoring method (near-infrared light and EEG) in people who are unconscious after severe brain injury from cardiac arrest. The goal is to see whether it can help measure brain function during the first week after admission.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06570135Recruiting
Brain activity during sex in men with lifelong premature ejaculation
This study looks at brain activity during sex in men with primary premature ejaculation (a lifelong condition of coming too quickly). It uses a brain imaging technique to see if there are differences in how the brain works during sexual activity.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–45 - 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+ - NCT07044596Recruiting
Non-invasive brain stimulation to slow cognitive decline
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation can help slow memory loss or thinking problems. It is looking for healthy volunteers and people who have had a mild traumatic brain injury within the past year.
Madison, WisconsinAges 20–85 - NCT07485361Recruiting
Brain scanning in disorders of consciousness
This trial uses a portable brain scanner (fNIRS) to study brain activity in people with disorders of consciousness, like coma or minimally conscious states. It may help doctors better understand and track recovery in these patients. Healthy volunteers are also needed as a comparison group.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07509944Recruiting
Brain activity in stroke patients during mirror movement
This study uses a brain imaging technique called functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to look at how the brain works when stroke patients perform mirror movements. It aims to help understand brain recovery after a first-time stroke.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07578675Recruiting
Brain Activity Patterns in Anemia Patients
This study uses a non-invasive brain imaging tool to understand how anemia affects thinking and brain function. Researchers hope to learn more about why some anemia patients experience cognitive problems and how to help them.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06464835Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation and swallowing therapy for post-stroke swallowing problems
This trial tests whether combining two types of brain stimulation (iTBS and NMES) can improve swallowing problems after a stroke. If you have had trouble swallowing for at least two weeks but no longer than six months after your stroke, you may be able to join.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for functional near-infrared spectroscopy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 16 recruiting functional near-infrared spectroscopy 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 functional near-infrared spectroscopy 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 functional near-infrared spectroscopy 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.