Clinical trials
Near Infrared Spectroscopy clinical trials
Below are recruiting near infrared spectroscopy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 56 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT06190210Recruiting
Brain blood flow study in infants with heart defects
This study measures how well blood flows to the brain in infants with serious heart defects. The results may help doctors understand and protect brain development before and after heart surgery.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges Up to 6 months - NCT06512870Recruiting
Detecting perfusion problems in leg injuries
This trial tests two devices to see if they can quickly detect when a leg muscle is not getting enough blood after a serious leg injury.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06538571Recruiting
Infant heart study using light to check oxygen levels
This study uses a light-based sensor placed on the skin to measure oxygen levels in infants with a single heart ventricle before their Glenn surgery. The goal is to see if these measurements can help predict how well they do between surgeries.
Oak Lawn, IllinoisAges Up to 6 months - 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+ - NCT07109856Recruiting
A new tool to predict infection in newborns
This study tests a simple non-invasive score that uses blood flow in muscles to predict if a newborn has or will develop high inflammation levels (C-reactive protein). It may help doctors start treatment earlier in babies with breathing problems.
Graz, StyriaAges birth–6 hours - NCT07279701Recruiting
Using a vein-finding camera to place IVs in children
This study tests whether a special camera that uses near-infrared light can help nurses place an IV more easily in children. If your child needs an IV and is treated at Brno University Hospital, this device might make the process smoother and less painful.
Brno, South MoravianAges birth–19 years - NCT07672275Recruiting
How blood transfusions affect stress markers in newborns
This study looks at how blood transfusions change stress-related substances in the blood of newborns. It might help doctors understand how transfusions affect babies in the NICU.
Graz, StyriaAges 5 minutes–5 months - NCT05880576Enrolling by invitation
Watch study for newborns suspected of aortic arch blockage
This study uses heart ultrasound findings and related measurements to better understand blood flow in newborns with suspected blockage in the aortic arch. It may help doctors improve how they evaluate and manage coarctation of the aorta and similar heart narrowing.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–2 months - 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 - NCT05433129Recruiting
Test of brain blood-flow control using near-infrared light
This study uses a non-invasive light test on the forehead to measure how your brain regulates its blood flow. It’s meant to help researchers understand brain circulation control in healthy people.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT04266574Recruiting
Blood pressure–guided care for older or frail surgical patients
This study tests a goal-based blood pressure treatment approach during major surgery for people at higher risk (often older or frail with high blood pressure). The goal is to see if this BRAIN-targeted strategy can improve how patients do after surgery.
Rozzano, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06744387Recruiting
Monitoring oxygen in thigh flaps after reconstructive surgery
This trial tests a device that measures oxygen levels in skin flaps used during reconstructive surgery. It may help doctors ensure the flap is healing well after surgery on an arm or leg.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT06910228Enrolling by invitation
Brain oxygen changes during spine surgery position shifts
This study measures how your child's brain oxygen levels change when they are repositioned during spine surgery. It may help make surgeries safer for teens and young adults.
Columbus, OhioAges 10–21 - 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 - NCT07270341Recruiting
Checking brain oxygen during shoulder surgeries in sitting position
This trial monitors brain oxygen levels during shoulder surgeries done in a beach chair (semi-sitting) position under general anesthesia. It helps doctors understand how well the brain gets oxygen during these surgeries.
AntalyaAges 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 - NCT07584187Recruiting
Brain monitoring during emergency heart-lung support treatment
This study uses special monitoring devices to measure brain activity in patients receiving emergency mechanical heart-lung support (ECMO). The goal is to help doctors quickly predict which patients might recover neurologically and guide early treatment decisions.
ViennaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04061148Recruiting
Near-infrared testing to assess depression
This study uses a near-infrared light test to measure things related to depression. It includes people without depression and people diagnosed with major depressive disorder receiving care at UCSF/SFVAMC, to see how well the test fits with depression status.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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+ - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for near infrared spectroscopy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 56 recruiting 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 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 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.