Clinical trials
Geriatric clinical trials
Below are recruiting geriatric clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 175 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07646405Recruiting
Electrical stimulation and light resistance training for older adults' muscles
This study tests whether combining electrical muscle stimulation (a gentle electrical current applied to muscles) with light resistance exercises can help adults over 65 build stronger leg muscles and improve their ability to walk and move around.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 65–85 - NCT07643064Recruiting
Exercise and health checks for frail older adults
This study tests whether a combination of tailored exercise classes and comprehensive health assessments can improve strength, function, and overall well-being in older adults who are frail or at risk of becoming frail. You would attend supervised exercise sessions and receive personalized health evaluations at a primary care center.
Tacoronte, Santa Cruz de TenerifeAges 70 years+ - NCT06523426Recruiting
Outpatient spine surgery for adults over 75
This trial tests a minimally invasive spine surgery (endoscopic decompression) done as an outpatient procedure in people 75 and older. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective for treating a single-level lumbar spine problem.
BordeauxAges 75 years+ - NCT06044623RecruitingPhase 3
Tailoring cancer pill dosing for older adults with breast cancer
This trial is testing whether adjusting the dose of a targeted therapy (CDK 4/6 inhibitor) based on a geriatric assessment can be as effective and safer for people aged 70 and older with advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. It aims to find the best dose to balance benefits and side effects.
HelsinkiAges 70 years+ - NCT06671353Recruiting
Video decision support for advance care planning in frail older adults
This trial tests if watching a video helps older adults with frailty make informed decisions about future medical care. You may be able to join if you are 65 or older, have been diagnosed with frailty, and can watch a video and sign a consent form.
TaipeiAges 65 years+ - NCT06702488RecruitingPhase 1
Dexmedetomidine and magnesium to protect thinking after surgery in seniors
This study tests whether adding two drugs, dexmedetomidine and magnesium sulfate, during anesthesia can help older adults keep their thinking and memory sharp after open abdominal surgery. It aims to reduce the risk of confusion or memory problems that sometimes happen after surgery.
Al FayyumAges 60–80 - NCT07608107Recruiting
Foot Pressure Monitoring for Pelvic Fracture Recovery
This study uses special shoe insoles that measure pressure and weight distribution to help doctors understand how people with pelvic fractures heal and recover their ability to walk. The goal is to improve care and outcomes for patients like you.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05349227Recruiting
After-cancer digital coaching and wearable tracking outcomes study
This study tests a digital health coaching program (using phone/tablet check-ins and wearable data) to understand health and quality-of-life outcomes after cancer treatment. It may help you learn healthy habits and track progress over time.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07558785Enrolling by invitation
Testing speech and memory checks at home for early thinking problems
This study uses a video-based system at home to check your speech and memory, helping doctors spot thinking problems early using artificial intelligence. The goal is to see if this simple, at-home test can reliably catch early memory and thinking changes.
PilsenAges 40 years+ - NCT07558642Recruiting
Nerve Block to Reduce Confusion in Older ICU Patients
This study tests whether a nerve-blocking injection (stellate ganglion block) can reduce confusion and help restore normal sleep-wake cycles in older adults staying in the intensive care unit. Researchers hope this treatment may help patients recover faster and feel more alert.
Antalya, MuratpaşaAges 65–99 - NCT07551674Recruiting
Action Observation for Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength in Older Women
This study tests whether watching someone perform pelvic floor exercises—combined with helpful mental imagery—helps older women regain bladder control. It focuses on stress incontinence, when urine leaks during coughing, sneezing, or exercise.
IstanbulAges 65–80 - NCT07542834Recruiting
Virtual Reality Training for Medical Students
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help medical students learn better and feel more confident in their training. Researchers will compare how students learn with VR versus traditional methods.
Athens, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07531836Recruiting
Prehabilitation for older adults having breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a program of exercise and support before breast cancer surgery to help older patients recover better. It aims to improve strength and overall health so you can get back to your daily life sooner after the operation.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 65 years+ - NCT07519603Recruiting
Exercise program for older adults with COPD and frailty
This study tests whether a structured exercise and training program called VIVIFRAIL can help older adults with COPD feel stronger and more independent. You'll participate in guided physical activities designed to improve your strength and daily functioning.
Hanoi, HanoiAges 60 years+ - NCT07517497Recruiting
Lung Vibration Device for Seniors With Hip Fracture and Breathing Problems
This study tests a special vibration device on the chest to help older adults who have both a hip fracture and acute breathing failure recover better. The device uses gentle vibrations to help clear the lungs and improve breathing.
AstanaAges 60–85 - NCT07520487Recruiting
Ketamine Plus Spinal Anesthesia for Older Adults Undergoing Leg Surgery
This study tests whether adding ketamine (a type of anesthetic medication) to spinal anesthesia—numbing medication injected near the spine—can make the numbness last longer for older adults having leg surgery. The goal is to see if this combination improves pain control after surgery.
Cairo, Giza GovernorateAges 65 years+ - NCT07509333Recruiting
Personalized treatment planning for older adults with lung cancer
This study helps doctors create a personalized treatment plan for older adults with lung cancer based on a comprehensive review of their health. It aims to choose the best treatment to improve quality of life and outcomes.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 60–90 - NCT07484932Recruiting
Tailored Treatment Dosing for Older Adults with Cancer
This trial tests a new dosing strategy (called TRTRM or ACTTOP) to find the right amount of cancer treatment for patients aged 65 and older. It aims to reduce side effects while keeping the treatment effective.
Hong KongAges 65 years+ - NCT07483047Recruiting
Predicting memory changes after heart surgery in older adults
This study looks at older adults having heart surgery to find out who might have trouble thinking or remembering afterward. Researchers hope to build a tool to predict this risk so doctors can help sooner.
ShanghaiAges 65 years+ - NCT07481851Recruiting
Can skin sensor predict blood pressure drop during spinal anesthesia?
This study tests whether a simple skin sensor can predict a dangerous drop in blood pressure during spinal anesthesia for older adults having urologic cancer surgery. If it works, doctors could take steps to prevent dizziness or fainting.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 65 years+ - NCT07472101Recruiting
Balance and cognitive exercises at home for older adults
This study tests whether home-based balance and thinking exercises done via video calls can improve balance, reduce fall risk, and boost brain function and sleep quality in older adults.
Zonguldak, KozluAges 65–74 - NCT07435467Recruiting
Blood tests for brain health in older hospital patients
This trial looks at how blood biomarkers relate to thinking, daily function, and survival in older adults, including those with neurological issues or dementia. It aims to improve understanding and care for hospitalized seniors.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - NCT03932162RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Skin study that checks gene changes in young and older adults
This early-stage study looks at how your skin’s genes respond after a controlled skin procedure. It may help researchers understand differences in skin biology between younger and older adults.
Fairborn, OhioAges 21 years+ - NCT07424586RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Better recovery for older adults with ostomy surgery
This study tests a program to help adults aged 65 and older recover well after ostomy surgery (a surgery that creates an opening on the belly for waste to leave the body). It also involves their healthcare providers.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for geriatric?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 175 recruiting geriatric 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 geriatric 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 geriatric 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.