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
- NCT06983080RecruitingPhase 2
Trazodone for better sleep in older adults
This study tests whether trazodone, a sleep medication, improves insomnia in people 65 and older. You might benefit if you struggle with falling or staying asleep and are not already taking other sleep aids.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT02200276Recruiting
Flu shot study for adults over 75
This study looks at getting an influenza (flu) vaccine in adults age 75 and older. It may help doctors understand how to safely give flu shots to older adults.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 75 years+ - NCT07502560RecruitingPhase 4
Shingles vaccine to prevent dementia in Finland
This study tests whether the shingles vaccine can reduce the risk of developing dementia in adults 76 and older living in Finland. You would get the vaccine and then researchers will follow your health records for up to several years to see if it protects your brain.
EspooAges 76 years+ - NCT07452263Recruiting
Frailty screening tool for older adults before major surgery
This study tests a simple frailty screening tool in older adults before major surgery. It aims to see if the tool helps identify patients who might need extra support before and after their operation.
Reykjavik, HofudborgarsvaedidAges 70 years+ - NCT06787820Recruiting
Music intervention for seniors in assisted living
This study tests whether a musical activity program can improve well-being in older adults living in a protected residence. It is designed for seniors who can join in music sessions and who do not have significant memory or thinking problems.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 65 years+ - NCT07511621Recruiting
Reducing unnecessary mammograms for women over 75
This study tests a strategy to help older women avoid getting mammograms they may not need. It asks women aged 75 and older who are due for a mammogram to consider if routine screening is the right choice for them.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06831942Recruiting
Suicide prevention counseling for adults 65 and older
This study tests a short counseling program for older adults (65+) who have recently attempted suicide or had serious suicidal thoughts. The program is designed to help reduce the risk of future suicide attempts. It is offered alongside your regular mental health care.
BoråsAges 65 years+ - NCT07695168Recruiting
Digital course and rehab for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests whether a digital program with special sensors and a digital twin can help reduce knee pain and improve mobility in older adults with knee osteoarthritis. It also includes healthy adults for comparison.
TaipeiAges 20–80 - NCT07666685Recruiting
Beetroot Extract for Health in Adults 75+
This study looks at whether taking beetroot extract can help improve quality of life and daily function in adults 75 and older. You will be asked to take the extract and complete simple health questionnaires.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 75 years+ - NCT07606859Recruiting
Heat and Air Pollution Reduction for Older Adults With High Blood Pressure
This study tests whether reducing exposure to heat and air pollution helps older adults with high blood pressure feel better and stay healthier. Researchers will provide tools and support to help you stay cool and breathe cleaner air at home.
NicosiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06246929Recruiting
Healthy aging for Black adults with chronic pain and memory concerns
This study tests a program to help Black adults aged 50+ manage chronic pain and early memory changes. It compares two approaches to see which works better for improving daily life and thinking skills.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50 years+ - NCT04898790Recruiting
Testing ways to improve thinking after bone marrow transplant
This study looks at whether a physical activity program and related study measures can improve thinking and memory in older adults around the time of a stem cell transplant. If you qualify and participate, the team will compare outcomes between groups to see what approach works best.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT06032377Recruiting
Online therapy for sleep and brain health in older adults
This study tests an online talk therapy program (CBT) to help older adults with both sleep troubles and mild memory or thinking concerns. It's done from home, and aims to improve sleep and brain health.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60–99 - NCT05972005Recruiting
At-home rehab for older adults after a hip fracture
This trial tests a support program for people age 55+ after a hip fracture, focusing on better recovery at home (or a retirement home). It may help improve outcomes after leaving the hospital by providing guidance and follow-up tailored to you.
Kingston, OntarioAges 55 years+ - NCT07357662Recruiting
Exercise video games for foot strength and balance in older adults
This study tests how playing fun exercise video games (exergames) can improve foot muscle activity, balance, and ability to move around in older adults who are otherwise healthy.
Tarsus, Mersi̇nAges 65–80 - NCT07585864Recruiting
Home Activity Monitoring for Older Women
This study uses sensors in your home to track how you perform everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning. Researchers want to better understand how older adults stay active and independent in their daily lives.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 75 years+ - NCT07754812RecruitingPhase 4
Oral paclitaxel with immunotherapy and SBRT before surgery for older adults with lung cancer
This trial tests a new way to treat non-small cell lung cancer in people aged 70 or older. You will receive oral chemotherapy (paclitaxel) with immunotherapy and focused radiation (SBRT) before surgery, hoping to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 70 years+ - NCT06856720Enrolling by invitation
Muscle stimulation, exercise, and blood sugar control in older adults with type 2 diabetes
This study tests if combining electrical muscle stimulation with exercise can help older adults with type 2 diabetes living in nursing homes better manage their blood sugar. Participants will receive supervised sessions over several weeks.
Viseu, Viseu DistrictAges 60 years+ - NCT06538766Recruiting
How focus instructions affect strength training and walking in older adults
This study tests whether different types of mental focus during strength training can improve walking ability in older adults. It may help find better ways to stay steady and prevent falls.
Monte de Caparica, AlmadaAges 18 years+ - NCT04405115Recruiting
Help for older adults to get better cancer aftercare
This study aims to improve “survivorship care plans,” which are follow-up instructions after chemotherapy, to help older adults feel supported after cancer treatment. You may be able to participate if you’re 65+ and recently finished chemotherapy with the goal of cure and have a plan scheduled with an oncology navigator.
Clovis, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07751354Enrolling by invitation
Balance measurement study for older adults with dizziness
This study tests a wearable sensor to measure how your body controls balance during walking and simple movements. It may help doctors better understand balance problems in older adults with dizziness or vestibular conditions, potentially improving future treatments.
Sheffield, South YorkshireAges 65 years+ - NCT05752500Recruiting
Behavior coaching to help older adults with HIV move more
This study tests a tailored behavioral coaching program to increase physical activity in adults age 50+ who have HIV and are currently not very active. It may help you build safer, more routine movement using a Fitbit for tracking.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 50 years+ - 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+ - NCT06606704Recruiting
Strength bands and creatine for healthy older adults
This study tests whether a simple home exercise program using resistance bands, combined with a creatine supplement, can help improve muscle strength and health in older adults who are not already doing regular strength training.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 50 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.