Clinical trials
Older People clinical trials
Below are recruiting older people clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 58 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07314099Recruiting
Study of the Breizh Fabribus program for assistive devices
This study looks at the Breizh Fabribus program, which helps people get personalized assistive devices. It aims to see if the program helps improve your daily life.
Brest, FinistèreAges Any age - NCT05691790Recruiting
Help improve vaccine use in older adults
This study looks at how to increase preventive care—especially flu and pneumonia vaccines—in people age 70 and older. It may help you get up to date on vaccines that can lower the risk of serious infections.
Hong Kong, ChinaAges 70 years+ - NCT07252583Recruiting
Sexuality and mental health in older adults
This study looks at how sexuality and mental health are connected in older adults. It involves a questionnaire about your experiences and feelings, with no treatments or medications.
Clermont-FerrandAges 60 years+ - NCT06904638Recruiting
Why older adults may miss needed medicines
This study looks at why some older adults don't get medicines they might need. By joining, you help doctors understand how to improve prescribing for seniors.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - NCT07211464Recruiting
ACT plus exercise for older adults with chronic low back pain
This study tests whether combining acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with exercise helps older adults manage ongoing low back pain. If you've had pain for at least 3 months and it's been bothering you, this approach might teach you new ways to cope and move better.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07194239Recruiting
Lifestyle medicine for chronic pain in older adults
This trial tests if lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can reduce chronic muscle or joint pain in older adults. It focuses on people with long-lasting pain from conditions like arthritis.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07178028Enrolling by invitation
Balance check: in-person vs. video for older adults
This study compares in-person balance assessments with video-based (telehealth) assessments for older adults. It aims to see if balance can be checked reliably over a video call, making it easier for you to participate from home.
Istanbul, BüyükçekmeceAges 65 years+ - NCT07137403Enrolling by invitation
Treating unsteady gait in older people
This trial studies older adults with unsteady walking, which may be a sign of a treatable brain condition. It aims to understand the condition and find ways to reduce fall risk and improve health.
UmeåAges 65 years+ - NCT06984367Recruiting
Tech and social support for mild memory problems
This trial tests a program that uses technology and community support to help people with mild cognitive impairment stay independent. It may improve memory and daily function.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - NCT06996444Recruiting
Testing minimalist shoes to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests whether specially designed lightweight, flexible shoes (minimalist footwear) can help reduce falls in older adults living in nursing homes. Participating involves wearing the shoes and having your walking and balance checked over time.
BeauxAges 65 years+ - NCT06311981RecruitingPhase 2
Carbon ion radiation for elderly lung cancer patients
This trial tests carbon ion radiotherapy for adults 75 and older with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer who cannot have surgery. The goal is to see if this precise type of radiation can treat the cancer effectively with fewer side effects.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 75 years+ - NCT06868069Recruiting
Blood pressure changes and frailty in older adults
This study looks at how blood pressure changes over time in older adults with high blood pressure, and how it relates to frailty (a state of increased weakness). The goal is to learn more about managing blood pressure in older people.
MilanAges 75 years+ - NCT06727903Recruiting
Predicting survival for older ICU patients
This study aims to create a tool to predict survival in older adults (75+) who are admitted to the ICU from the emergency room. It may help doctors better understand individual risks and make more informed care decisions.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 75 years+ - NCT06722976Enrolling by invitation
Digital health and exercise for staying independent longer
This trial tests a program that combines digital health tools with exercise to help older adults stay active and independent. It may be a good fit if you are 65 or older and can walk or move around without major difficulty.
Covilha, CovilhãAges 60 years+ - NCT06676839Recruiting
Testing the ICOPE program to prevent age-related decline
This study tests a program called ICOPE, designed by the World Health Organization, to help older adults stay healthy and independent. It will check if the program can slow down age‐related declines in areas like mobility, memory, and nutrition.
Castres, FranceAges 65 years+ - NCT06586619Recruiting
Tai chi and qigong for older adults with HIV
This study tests whether a remotely taught tai chi and qigong program can improve mood and well-being in people aged 50–75 who are living with HIV. You can join from home using a smartphone.
Miami, FloridaAges 50–75 - NCT06381037Recruiting
Quality of life program for older adults
This study tests a program to improve quality of life and psychological strengths (like resilience and optimism) in older adults. It aims to see if focusing on these strengths can help you feel better and more positive as you age.
Alcorcón, MadridAges 60 years+ - NCT06001814Recruiting
Mindfulness program for heart health in older adults with HIV
This study tests whether a mindfulness and behavior change program can help older adults with HIV improve their heart health. It combines phone-based coaching and text messages to reduce stress and manage heart risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50 years+ - NCT05888441Recruiting
Walking obstacle testing in people with and without vision trouble
This trial studies how people negotiate obstacles while walking, comparing those with normal vision and those with vision impairment. It may help researchers better understand balance and safety needs for walking in everyday settings.
Bloomington, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT06013579Recruiting
Exercise study for older adults with HIV
This study tests whether high-intensity exercise can help improve thinking and memory, and build lasting exercise habits, in older adults living with HIV who feel tired and are not very active.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 50–80 - NCT07861542RecruitingPhase 4
COVID-19 booster vaccine for older adults and high-risk people
This trial tests an updated COVID-19 booster vaccine designed to improve protection for people who are older or have health conditions that increase their risk of severe COVID-19. If you qualify, you would receive one dose of the study vaccine and be monitored for safety and immune response.
Fair Oaks, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06962696Recruiting
Testing AI to check home safety for older adults
This trial uses a smart computer program (GPT-4o) to check the safety of your home environment and see if it's safe for older adults. It's designed for seniors who live at home and can communicate easily.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 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+ - NCT06002919Recruiting
MindWalk for older South Asian caregivers of people with cognitive disabilities
This study tests a program that combines physical activity and mindfulness practices to help reduce stress in older South Asian caregivers. Participants will get a Fitbit tracker and receive text messages to support their well-being.
Bolingbrook, IllinoisAges 45 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older people?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 58 recruiting older people 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 people 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 people 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.