Clinical trials
Older Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting older adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 526 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06807060Recruiting
Lifestyle program to boost quality of life for older adults
This trial tests a simple program to help older adults improve their daily wellbeing. It is designed for people age 70+ who live alone and get little or no help at home.
GothenburgAges 70 years+ - NCT07442097Recruiting
Safety of a nutritional supplement in healthy older adults
This study tests a nutritional supplement (N-acetyl-L-cysteine and glycine) to see if it is safe and well-tolerated in healthy older adults. It may help if you are looking for ways to support your health as you age.
Pune, MaharashtraAges 60–80 - NCT07438808Recruiting
How exercise affects brain flexibility in healthy adults
This study looks at how physical exercise might change the way the brain adapts and stays flexible in healthy younger and older adults. You may be able to join to help researchers understand how staying active keeps the brain sharp.
Loos, NordAges 20–80 - NCT05825989Recruiting
Healthy beat acupressure for older adults’ fitness at home
This trial studies whether a “healthy beat” acupressure-like technique (healthy beat acupunch) can improve physical fitness in older adults living in residential homes. It may help people who are able to exercise safely but want to improve strength, movement, and overall fitness.
Bang Khae, BangkokAges 65 years+ - NCT06520878RecruitingPhase 2
Nano-PSO for memory loss in older adults
This trial tests a supplement called NANO-PSO to see if it can help thinking and memory in older adults with mild to moderate memory problems. It may be an option for people with early Alzheimer's disease.
Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico CityAges 60 years+ - NCT07433153Recruiting
Phone vs. class for fall prevention in older adults
This trial compares two ways to do fall-prevention exercises: using a smartphone app or joining a community class. It may help older adults who are at risk of falling improve their balance and strength.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 55 years+ - NCT07430345RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Buprenorphine for pain in older adults with broken bones
This trial tests a low-dose pain medicine called buprenorphine for people 65 and older who come to the emergency room with a broken bone. It aims to find a safe way to manage pain in older adults.
Camden, New JerseyAges 65 years+ - NCT07429955Recruiting
Study on muscle and recovery after hip surgery in older adults
This trial looks at how muscle health affects your ability to get back to normal activities after hip replacement surgery for a broken hip or severe arthritis. By using MRI scans and other tests, researchers hope to understand if having less muscle makes recovery harder.
MontpellierAges 75 years+ - NCT07433608Recruiting
Video games for healthy aging
This study is testing whether playing a video game can help improve thinking, memory, or physical function in older adults. If you are 60 or older, don't have dementia or major health issues, and can follow instructions, you may be able to join.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 60–69 - NCT07424170Recruiting
Exercise and brain function in older adults after surgery
This trial tests whether a special protein released during exercise (irisin) can help protect brain function and prevent confusion after surgery in older adults. It involves non-heart surgery with spinal anesthesia.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 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+ - NCT07421336Recruiting
Laughter yoga for older adults
This study tests if laughter yoga can improve well-being in healthy older adults. You may join if you are 65 or older and have no memory or mental health problems.
AnkaraAges 60–90 - NCT06286722Recruiting
Better rehab for seniors with hip fracture and memory issues
This trial tests a new rehab program for older adults who recently broke a hip and also have mild to moderate memory problems. The program aims to help them recover better after surgery.
FrederiksbergAges 65 years+ - NCT07412379Recruiting
Predicting recovery after cancer surgery for older adults
This study looks at how older adults (65+) with digestive tract cancers respond to surgery aimed at a cure. Researchers want to see what factors affect recovery and quality of life after the operation.
BogotáAges 65 years+ - NCT07408882Recruiting
Home care program for people needing extra support
This study tests whether a home care program helps people who need daily assistance or have complex health needs. It aims to see if this integrated support can improve well-being and reduce hospital visits.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 70 years+ - NCT07414017Recruiting
Virtual reality exercise for older adults with low back pain
This study tests if using virtual reality during exercise helps older adults with long-term low back pain. You'll do exercises while focusing your attention in different ways, and researchers will see which method works best for reducing pain and improving movement.
Center, Kirşehi̇rAges 65–80 - NCT07415408Enrolling by invitation
App-based protein support for healthy aging
This trial tests whether a smartphone app can help older adults get more protein in their diet. If you are 65 or older, can use a smartphone, and are open to changing your eating habits, this study may help you stay healthy as you age.
NijmegenAges 60 years+ - NCT07398495Recruiting
Exercise program for diabetes and muscle loss
This study tests whether a special exercise program can help middle-aged and older adults who have both type 2 diabetes and muscle loss. It aims to improve muscle strength, balance, and overall health.
Taichung, TaiwanAges 45–85 - NCT07400692Recruiting
Surgery vs. Non-surgery for Broken Elbow in Older Adults
This study compares two ways to treat a certain type of broken elbow in adults over 65 who are not extremely active or frail. It tests if using a metal plate to fix the bone during surgery leads to better arm function and recovery than treating the injury without surgery.
LuganoAges 65 years+ - NCT05771844Recruiting
Home sleep treatment for older adults with memory changes
This study tests whether a home sleep therapy program can improve symptoms in older adults who have amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or help compare to people without MCI. It may be useful if your main issue is memory or thinking changes and you also have sleep problems.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–85 - NCT06828926Recruiting
Tai Chi study for older adults with memory concerns
This study tests whether tai chi can improve thinking, memory, and overall well-being in older adults who have mild memory problems (Mild Cognitive Impairment) or are healthy. It looks at how tai chi affects the brain and daily life.
Athens, OhioAges 60 years+ - NCT07392944Recruiting
Exercise program for older adults in nursing homes
This trial tests a multicomponent exercise program for older adults living in nursing homes. The goal is to see if it improves physical function, thinking skills, and reduces falls risk.
PortoAges 65 years+ - NCT07391904Enrolling by invitation
Testing lab result communication for older adults
This study tests a tool designed to help older adults understand their lab results more easily. Researchers want to see if the tool improves patient understanding and engagement.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07392723RecruitingPhase 2
Flaxseed nutrition to protect memory in APOE4 adults
This study tests a special flaxseed-based nutrition drink to see if it can slow memory loss in older adults who have the APOE4 gene and mild cognitive impairment (early memory trouble). If you qualify, you'll take the drink daily for a year and have memory tests and brain scans.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 526 recruiting older adults 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 older adults 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 older adults 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.