Clinical trials
Older People clinical trials
Below are recruiting older people clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 62 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06709963Recruiting
Brain stimulation for older adults with chronic back or knee pain
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation to see if it can reduce pain and improve thinking in older adults with long-term back or knee pain. The treatment involves a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06617806Recruiting
Preventing falls in very old, active adults
This trial tests if advanced practice nurses can help prevent falls in robust adults aged 80 and older. It may help you stay independent and avoid injuries.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 80 years+ - NCT06503198Recruiting
Virtual postsurgical care for older adults with frailty
This trial tests whether virtual care after surgery helps older adults with frailty recover at home instead of going to a nursing home or rehab. You'll get check-ins via video or phone to support your recovery.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT03671629Recruiting
Pharmacist visits to help prevent hospital readmissions
This trial tests whether adding regular check-ins with a clinical pharmacist can reduce repeat hospital visits after an urgent hospital stay for older adults. It may help by reviewing medicines and supporting safer use at home.
UmeåAges 75 years+ - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT06469515Recruiting
Thinking recovery after heart surgery in older adults
This study looks at how older adults recover their thinking and memory skills after heart surgery. You may be asked to do simple computer or paper tests to see how your brain heals.
GothenburgAges 65 years+ - NCT06560840Recruiting
Diet study for healthy aging in people with HIV
This study tests whether a special diet aimed at improving gut health can help reduce the risk of heart disease in older adults living with HIV. If you are 40 or older, have certain heart risk factors, and are interested in making dietary changes, this study might be a good fit for you.
ShenzhenAges 40 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 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT06775028Recruiting
Integrated care for older adults with atrial fibrillation
This trial is testing a new approach to care for older adults with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) who also have other health conditions. It aims to see if a more integrated, team-based care plan helps improve their overall health and quality of life.
HaskovoAges 65 years+ - NCT06793501Recruiting
Reablement program for older adults in nursing homes
This trial tests a reablement program to help older adults in nursing homes maintain or improve their daily function and independence. If you live in a somatic ward in one of the participating facilities, can converse in Swedish, and are not severely cognitively impaired or very frail, you might be able to join.
Örebro, Örebro CountyAges 65 years+ - NCT06842459Recruiting
Helping older adults with diabetes stay mobile
This study tests a program to help older adults with diabetes who have trouble moving around. The goal is to see if a special care plan can help them stay independent and avoid getting worse.
Cagliari, CagliariAges 75–110 - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT07371988Recruiting
Talking therapy for depression in older adults
This trial tests if narrative therapy, a type of talking therapy, can help reduce depression in people aged 60 and older. If you are experiencing mild to moderate depression and visit a senior center, this therapy may give you new ways to improve your mood.
Kowloon Tong, Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07524205Recruiting
Activity and glucose tracking to reduce sitting in older adults with type 2 diabetes
This study helps older adults with type 2 diabetes understand how their blood sugar and daily activity are connected. You'll wear devices that track your glucose (blood sugar) and movement, and the research team will use this information to help you sit less and move more.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 55 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older people?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 62 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.