Clinical trials
Older Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting older adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 519 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06604650Recruiting
Park-based health program for older adults in Miami
This study looks at how community park programs can help older adults stay healthy. It will use information already collected from people who are already part of the Miami-Dade Active Older Adults study.
Miami, FloridaAges 50–95 - NCT06605807Recruiting
Improving medication decisions for older adults in the hospital
This study examines how doctors prescribe medications for older adults with chronic conditions during their hospital stay. The goal is to learn how to make safer and more effective prescribing choices for patients aged 65 and older who are discharged home.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07134699Recruiting
Back pain's effect on thinking in older adults
This study looks at how long-term lower back pain affects thinking skills like memory and attention in adults aged 60 to 85. Participants must speak Cantonese, be right-handed, and have normal thinking abilities. The study uses email or text for some tasks.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06879457Recruiting
Smartphone self-care support for homebound older adults
This study tests a smartphone-based program to help older adults who are mostly homebound manage their own health. If you join, you'll get personalized support and tools to help you stay as healthy and independent as possible at home.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07171164Recruiting
Community-based ways to boost RSV vaccine use in Latino adults
This study looks at community-based ways to help Latino adults ages 50 and older in San Francisco and Daly City get the RSV vaccine. The goal is to learn what works best to increase vaccination rates.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06955676Recruiting
Exercise training study for older adults: bike vs. treadmill
This study compares two types of exercise—cycling on a stationary bike versus walking on a treadmill—to see which better improves physical strength and resilience in older adults. If you're between 60 and 80 years old and generally healthy, you may be able to join.
Derby, DerbyshireAges 60–80 - NCT07239830Recruiting
Normal Interferon Levels in Healthy Adults 80+
This study aims to find normal levels of interferon (a natural protein that helps fight viruses) in healthy people aged 80 and older. It will help doctors better understand what is 'normal' for older adults.
VilleurbanneAges 80 years+ - NCT06842173RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety testing of new bird flu vaccine (H5N8) in adults
This trial tests a new bird flu (H5N8) vaccine for adults aged 18 and older. It looks at how safe the vaccine is and how well it triggers an immune response. The vaccine is given as a shot and includes an adjuvant to boost protection.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges 18 years+ - NCT06890325Recruiting
Health check-up program for older adults
This trial offers a free health assessment and wellness program for adults aged 60 and older who can travel to the university. It is designed to help you stay healthy and catch any issues early.
Vic, BarcelonaAges 60 years+ - NCT06961799Recruiting
Predicting fall risk in older adults
This study tests a tool to predict falls in people 65 and older who live at home. It may help identify if you are at risk for falling.
Ghent, BelgiumAges 65 years+ - NCT06752031Recruiting
Improving hospital-to-home transition after colorectal surgery
This study aims to improve the process of transitioning from hospital to home after colorectal surgery in older adults. It tests a new care coordination approach to help patients recover safely and avoid complications.
Salem, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT07002853Recruiting
Nature walks for chronic back pain in older adults
This trial tests whether spending time in nature can help older adults with long-term low back pain feel better and move more easily. If you are 65 or older and have had back pain for at least three months, you may be able to join.
Saguenay, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT07736092Recruiting
Light Therapy Before and After Surgery for Older Adults
This trial tests a gentle light treatment to help prevent thinking problems after surgery in older patients. It involves using a special light on your head before and after your operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT07290478Enrolling by invitation
Helping You Choose a Health Care Proxy
This study helps you name someone to make health decisions for you if you can't. It's for older adults or people with serious conditions, and it aims to make this important choice easier.
Martinez, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06825130Recruiting
Exercise training for older women
This trial tests whether combining high-intensity interval training with muscle-strength training can improve health in women aged 60 and older. You'll attend supervised exercise sessions at the University of Nottingham.
Nottingham, NottinghamAges 60 years+ - NCT07497529Recruiting
WhatsApp Exercise Program for Adults 60+
This study tests a gentle exercise program (Radio Taiso) delivered through WhatsApp to help adults 60+ stay active at home. If you have a smartphone and can walk, this low-impact program may be a good fit for you.
SamsunAges 60 years+ - NCT07111871Recruiting
Survey of healthcare services for older adults after a fall
This is a survey study for healthcare professionals in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight area. It asks about your experiences caring for older adults on blood thinners who have fallen and may have a head injury. Your answers will help improve care for this group.
PortsmouthAges 18 years+ - NCT07034287Recruiting
Fall prevention program for older adults in the emergency room via telehealth
This trial tests a telehealth program to help older adults who came to the emergency room after a fall. The program focuses on preventing future falls and coordinating care after you leave the hospital.
Loveland, ColoradoAges 65 years+ - NCT07393529Recruiting
Social support program for older adults with advanced cancer
This study tests a special program that helps older adults with advanced cancer get support from their friends and family. If you join, you might be assigned to a group that receives this social network support or a group that gets the usual care. The goal is to see if having your loved ones more involved improves your quality of life.
Rochester, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT06886906Recruiting
Movement and Pain in Older Adults
This study explores how movement and physical activity relate to pain in older adults with muscle or joint pain. It could help you understand your pain patterns and find better ways to manage them.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 55–85 - NCT07314658Recruiting
Time-Restricted Eating and Protein in Older Adults
This study tests whether eating your meals within a shorter time window (like 8–10 hours) while adding a protein supplement can help older adults maintain muscle and health. If you are 60 or older, have a stable weight, and can adjust your eating schedule, you may be eligible.
GuildfordAges 60 years+ - NCT07574333Recruiting
Breathing Training to Help Type 2 Diabetes Management
This study tests whether special breathing exercises that alternate between low and high oxygen levels can help people with type 2 diabetes manage their condition better. Researchers want to see if short or longer courses of this training improve blood sugar control and overall health.
MoscowAges 50–74 - NCT07590635Recruiting
Heart Recovery Program Using Online Health Tools
This study tests a new heart rehabilitation program that combines online tools with personalized support for people who've had heart procedures. It aims to help you recover safely and manage your heart health from home.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT06974006Recruiting
Life monitoring for rural older adults
This study monitors the daily lives of older adults living in rural areas to improve their wellbeing. If you are 60 or older and live in a small town in the Valladolid region, you may be eligible.
Valladolid, ValladolidAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 519 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.