Clinical trials
Older Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting older adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 520 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07686172Recruiting
Health needs check for older adults at home
This study looks at how to better understand the health needs of older adults living at home. If you are 65 or older and are asking for help from municipal home care services (like nursing or assistive devices), you may be able to join.
SandnesAges 65 years+ - NCT07575958Recruiting
Water Exercise for Muscle Loss in Adults Over 65
This study tests whether exercise in a swimming pool can help older adults rebuild muscle strength and mass. If you have age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia), this trial may help you regain strength and function.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07464860Recruiting
Breathwork for older adults after knee surgery
This study tests a breathing exercise program to help older adults recover after knee replacement surgery. Participants practice controlled breathing at home using a smartphone or computer.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 65 years+ - NCT06714513RecruitingPhase 1
TB vaccine study in older adults aged 55 to 74
This study tests a new tuberculosis (TB) vaccine (ID93+GLA-SE) in healthy adults aged 55 to 74. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and can help protect against TB, especially in people who may have latent (inactive) TB infection.
Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-doAges 55–74 - NCT06717178Recruiting
Chemotherapy risk study for older adults with cancer
This study looks at older adults (70+) with solid tumors who are starting or changing chemotherapy. It aims to understand how likely side effects are and help doctors personalize care.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 70 years+ - NCT06717828Recruiting
Tai Chi for fatty liver in older adults
This trial tests whether Tai Chi, a gentle exercise, can improve fatty liver disease in middle-aged and older adults who are overweight. If you are between 40 and 75 and have metabolic fatty liver, you might be able to join.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 40–75 - NCT06727305RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sirolimus Study for Healthy Aging in Older Adults
This study tests a medication called sirolimus to see if it can help older adults stay healthy and independent. The trial is looking for people aged 65 and older who live at home and do not have serious memory problems or major health conditions like kidney or liver disease.
Dallas, TexasAges 65–80 - NCT06731413RecruitingPhase 2
Mild chemo with immunotherapy for older adults with advanced lung cancer
This study tests a milder chemotherapy combined with an immunotherapy drug (anti-PD-1) as the first treatment for advanced lung cancer in older or frailer adults. It aims to see if this approach works better with fewer side effects.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06733636Recruiting
Smell training for older adults with smell loss
This study tests whether a special device can help older adults regain their sense of smell through regular training with different scents. It is designed for people who have lost smell due to aging or other causes, not from birth.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 60 years+ - NCT06733714Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus memory training for older adults
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical current applied to the scalp (tACS) combined with computer-based brain exercises can improve memory and thinking in older adults who have concerns about their cognitive health.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 50 years+ - NCT06736951Recruiting
Changing the hospital room to prevent confusion in older adults
This study tests whether changing the hospital room environment can help prevent confusion (delirium) in older adults who are not in intensive care. If you are 70 or older and admitted to a regular hospital unit, you may be able to take part.
Baytown, TexasAges 70 years+ - NCT06738186Recruiting
Stay Fit - Join In! exercise program in care homes
This trial tests a fun exercise program called 'Bliib Fit - Mach Mit!' for people living in residential care. It aims to help you stay steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falling.
Sankt Gallen, Canton of St. GallenAges Any age - NCT06780917Recruiting
Online cognitive testing for older adults with depression or memory concerns
This study tests whether an online cognitive assessment platform (Creyos) is valid for older adults with major depression or mild cognitive impairment. Participants will complete brain games or puzzles to see how well the online tool measures thinking skills.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06781749Recruiting
Measuring social engagement in older adults with hearing loss
This study tests a new way to objectively measure how socially engaged older adults with hearing loss are. It may help researchers better understand the impact of hearing loss on social participation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06799936Recruiting
Helping older kidney patients decide on treatment with their doctor
This trial tests a program that helps older adults with advanced kidney disease talk with their doctors about treatment options. The goal is to improve shared decision-making before they need dialysis or a transplant.
Hong KongAges 65 years+ - 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+ - NCT06811324RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for muscle and vessel health in older adults
This study tests if the drug tirzepatide can improve muscle and blood vessel health in older adults with obesity. You may be eligible if you are 50 or older, have a BMI between 30 and 40, and do not have diabetes.
San Antonio, TexasAges 50 years+ - NCT06826963Recruiting
Eccentric exercise for older adults with heart failure and muscle loss
This study tests whether a special type of exercise (eccentric, or lengthening, exercises) can help older adults with heart failure who also have muscle loss. It aims to see if the exercise is safe and improves strength and function.
Verona, VeronaAges 65–85 - 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+ - NCT06836440Recruiting
Do glasses help thinking in rural older adults?
This study tests whether giving glasses to older adults in rural areas can improve their thinking and memory. If you have vision problems that can be corrected with glasses, you may be able to join and help us find out if better sight helps your brain stay sharp.
Ya'an, SichuanAges 60–79 - NCT06837857RecruitingPhase 2
Opioid pain relief study for older adults with chronic pain
This study tests whether a carefully managed prescription opioid can safely help older adults with long-term pain that hasn't been relieved by other pain medicines. The goal is to see if it improves pain without harming memory or brain health.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 65 years+ - NCT06842953Recruiting
Indoor humidity and heat safety in older adults
This study looks at how indoor humidity during a heat wave affects older adults, especially those with high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. Your participation could help understand how to keep older people safe in hot weather.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60–85 - NCT06843161Recruiting
Robot program to help older adults be more active
This study tests if a robot can help older adults become more physically active. If you join, you would interact with a robot that encourages and guides you to move more each day.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06852547Recruiting
Algae protein for muscle health in older adults
This study tests if a new algae-based protein drink can help older adults build muscle, both at rest and after exercise. It aims to find a plant-based way to support muscle strength as we age.
ExeterAges 65–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 520 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.