Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,941 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,343
- Phase 2764
- Phase 1557
- Phase 3513
- Phase 4339
- Phase 1/Phase 2300
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke796
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Multiple Sclerosis329
- Dementia226
- Epilepsy193
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Sarcopenia135
- Mild Cognitive Impairment127
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management114
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia104
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital124
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris109
- Riphah International University105
- Mayo Clinic98
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing89
- Hospices Civils de Lyon77
- Johns Hopkins University69
- University of Minnesota63
- Washington University School of Medicine63
Where studies are running
- California659
- Massachusetts305
- New York294
- Florida271
- Texas266
- Maryland248
- Alabama207
- Arizona207
- Illinois181
- Pennsylvania176
Recruiting studies11,941 total
- NCT07588178Recruiting
Sleep Problems Before Heart Surgery: Study on Recovery
This research examines how sleep issues before heart surgery may affect how well patients recover afterward. Researchers will study blood markers and chemical changes to better understand this connection and potentially improve surgical outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07586501Enrolling by invitation
Brain Health and Immune System Study in Older Adults
This research study examines how the brain's immune system changes in older adults with memory problems, Parkinson's disease, or normal aging. By understanding these changes, researchers hope to better understand neurodegeneration and develop new treatments.
Yantai, ShandongAges 55–75 - NCT07587125RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T Cell Therapy for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
This trial tests a new cell therapy called S103 for people with MS that isn't responding well to standard treatments. The therapy involves modifying immune cells in the lab and putting them back into your body to help control the disease.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–75 - NCT07588659Recruiting
Weighted Blanket for ADHD Sleep Problems in Children
This study tests whether a weighted blanket—a blanket filled with small beads that provides gentle pressure—helps children with ADHD sleep better. Researchers want to see if this simple tool can improve sleep when used alongside regular sleep habits.
FrederiksbergAges 5–12 - NCT07588997Recruiting
Brain Training After Aneurysm Bleeding to Improve Thinking and Movement
This study tests whether combining thinking exercises with physical movements can help people recover better after a brain aneurysm ruptures and bleeds. You'd start the training early in your recovery (2-7 days after treatment) to see if it helps your memory, attention, and ability to move.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07586553Recruiting
Walking Test Study for Older Adults With Memory Concerns
This study tests a special walking pattern called the figure-of-8 walk in older adults who are noticing memory problems but don't have dementia yet. Researchers want to understand how walking ability connects to thinking and memory changes.
Balıkesir, BigadiçAges 65 years+ - NCT07590180Recruiting
Internet Gaming Habits and Brain Chemistry in Young Teens
This study looks at how excessive video gaming affects the brains and behavior of children ages 10–14. Researchers will compare children who game heavily with those who don't, measuring brain chemicals and decision-making patterns to understand why some kids struggle to control their gaming.
Istanbul, BakirkoyAges 10–14 - NCT07592676Recruiting
Moving from pediatric to adult epilepsy care
This study looks at how young people with epilepsy transition from pediatric (children's) specialists to adult neurologists. Researchers want to understand what helps or challenges this transition to improve the care experience.
RomaAges 15 years+ - NCT07591272Recruiting
Dance therapy to help people recover from stroke
This study tests whether adaptive dance activities can help people in early stroke recovery regain movement and function. You would participate in dance-based exercises during your hospital stay as part of your stroke care.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT07588971Recruiting
Understanding childhood epilepsy outcomes and long-term patterns
This study tracks children with epilepsy to understand how different types progress over time and what factors affect their outcomes. By learning more about your child's epilepsy journey, researchers hope to improve how doctors predict and manage the condition.
RomeAges Up to 18 years - NCT07588503RecruitingPhase 1
FES Cycling With Blood Flow Restriction for Spinal Cord Injury
This study tests a new exercise method combining electrical stimulation (FES) and controlled blood flow restriction while you cycle. It's designed to improve heart health, blood sugar control, and fitness in people with spinal cord injuries.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT07589283Enrolling by invitation
Understanding CJD through medical records and imaging
This study collects information from patients diagnosed with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare brain condition, to better understand how it develops and progresses. Researchers will review your medical records, blood tests, brain scans, and other clinical data to identify patterns that could help future patients.
FuzhouAges Any age - NCT07589855Recruiting
Touch therapy for neglect awareness after stroke
This study tests whether regular touch-based therapy can help stroke survivors who ignore one side of their body (called unilateral neglect). You would receive therapy sessions, likely at home, to see if this treatment improves your awareness and function.
Newcastle-under-LymeAges 18 years+ - NCT07591337Recruiting
Study of Aging Blood Vessels and a Protein Called SNRK
This research study examines how blood vessels age over time and how a protein called SNRK may be involved in that process. Researchers want to understand vascular aging (how blood vessels become less flexible as we get older) to potentially help prevent heart and stroke problems.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07594314RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Minocycline after stroke clot removal surgery
This trial tests whether minocycline, an antibiotic, can reduce brain damage when given after successful clot removal surgery for acute stroke. The goal is to see if this medication helps patients recover better.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07594301RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Minocycline after successful stroke clot removal in the back brain
This study tests whether an antibiotic called minocycline can reduce brain damage after doctors successfully remove a blood clot from the back of the brain (posterior circulation stroke) using a catheter procedure. The drug may help protect brain tissue and improve recovery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07594665Enrolling by invitation
Home-based cognitive health blood tests for older adults
This study invites people aged 65+ who are already part of the SHUTi MIND research program to do simple blood tests at home to check for early signs of cognitive changes. The goal is to make it easier for people to access brain-health testing without going to a clinic.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07594652RecruitingPhase 4
ADHD Treatment for Children With Epilepsy
This study tests whether a specific ADHD medication (Jornay PM) is safe and helpful for children who have both epilepsy and ADHD. Researchers want to see if treating ADHD can improve focus and behavior without making seizures worse.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–17 - NCT07594821Recruiting
Two approaches to carpal tunnel surgery: comparing outcomes
This study compares two surgical approaches for carpal tunnel syndrome—one that releases pressure on the median nerve in one location versus releasing it in two locations. The goal is to find out which approach works better for relieving symptoms like numbness and tingling in the hand.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT07592221Recruiting
Electrical Stimulation for Foot Drop After Stroke
This study tests a combination of two types of electrical stimulation to help improve foot drop (difficulty lifting your foot when walking) in people who've had a stroke. The goal is to help you walk more naturally and safely.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07589296Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Walking vs. Electrical Stimulation for Parkinson's
This study compares two ways to help people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking: using a robotic device to guide your legs, or electrical stimulation (mild electrical pulses to leg muscles). The goal is to see which approach helps you walk better and more confidently.
Küçükçekmece, IstanbulAges 40–80 - NCT07589790Recruiting
Virtual Reality and Mindfulness for Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests whether virtual reality combined with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy can help reduce chronic low back pain lasting 3+ months. The trial aims to see if this newer approach eases pain and improves quality of life.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 20–70 - NCT07594262Recruiting
Understanding Inflammation in Pituitary Tumors
This research study examines the inflammatory environment inside pituitary tumors (small glands in the brain) to better understand how they grow and respond to treatment. You would have surgery to remove the tumor as part of your normal care, and researchers would study the removed tissue to learn more.
Rome, LazioAges 18–100 - NCT07587463Recruiting
Swiss Ball vs. Movement Training for Stroke Balance Recovery
This study compares two exercise approaches—using a Swiss ball and movement-based training—to help stroke survivors improve their balance and ability to move around safely. You'll do exercises at a medical center to see which method works better for restoring everyday movement skills.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 45–65
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,941 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,432 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Brain & nervous system” cover here?
- Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We group each study into brain & nervous system based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a brain & nervous system trial near me?
- Use the search to filter brain & nervous system studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.