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
- 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+ - 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+ - NCT06233682Recruiting
Enriched environment for stroke recovery
This study tests whether an enriched environment in a hospital ward can help people recover after a stroke. It looks at whether adding more activities and social interaction to your daily routine can improve your recovery.
PadovaAges 18 years+ - NCT06473272Recruiting
Ultrasound to study neck artery plaques and predict risk
This study uses different ultrasound techniques to look at plaques in the neck artery and predict future heart or stroke events. It may help doctors understand which plaques are more dangerous.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 40–100 - NCT05940584Recruiting
Video rehabilitation at home vs paper aftercare after hospital rehab
This study compares home “tele-rehabilitation” (video/online exercises) with a traditional paper-based aftercare program after you leave inpatient rehabilitation. It may help improve recovery in movement, sensation, thinking, swallowing, or speech by giving the right kind of support after discharge.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18–99 - NCT06720571Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for emotion and thinking in Prader-Willi syndrome
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation (like a small device on the neck) can help people with Prader-Willi syndrome regulate emotions and improve planning and focus. It may be a new option if you have trouble with emotional control or daily organization.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT05500963Recruiting
TENS to reduce fatigue in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether TENS, a non-drug device that delivers mild electrical signals through the skin, can reduce fatigue in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). It also includes an exercise-training portion and checks safety and comfort during the program.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT05965947Recruiting
Telehealth nutrition coaching for adults after brain injury
This study tests whether regular, online (Zoom) nutrition sessions can help adults living with a brain injury make healthier food choices from home. It’s designed for people who can join sessions by internet and participate in decision-making.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT03929549Recruiting
Testing a tool to predict jaw surgery failure for sleep apnea
This trial studies a way to predict which people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may not do well after maxillomandibular advancement surgery (jaw advancement). It could help doctors choose the right treatment and avoid ineffective surgery.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 30–65 - NCT03160131Recruiting
Rehab program to improve vision after brain injury
This study looks at rehabilitation to improve vision after a brain injury. It may help people with significant vision problems regain everyday visual function.
Copenhagen, HellerupAges 14 years+ - NCT04678635Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for autoimmune muscle disease
This trial tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment can help people with systemic autoimmune muscle diseases. It may improve symptoms by changing how the brain and muscles communicate.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–70 - NCT04770116Recruiting
Auditory sound training after concussion in children
This study tests whether special sound stimulation (using “slow wave” patterns) after a concussion can improve recovery. It may help children’s brain healing, and some participants also have an optional MRI scan to look for changes.
ZurichAges 6–18 - NCT05443633Recruiting
Brain and speech training for people with aphasia
This study looks at ways to improve language (speaking and understanding) for people with aphasia caused by stroke or dementia, using MRI to study brain function. It may help by testing language-focused approaches and how brain activity changes during treatment.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 21–80 - NCT06246669Recruiting
Exercise and fear after concussion in college athletes
This study looks at whether prescribed exercise can help college athletes feel less afraid of pain after a concussion. It aims to see if exercise helps them recover better.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–25 - NCT07578610Recruiting
Registry study of symptom descriptions using OpenGenome platform
This is an observational registry study that collects and analyzes symptom descriptions from patients using the OpenGenome platform. The goal is to better understand and extract health information from how people naturally describe their symptoms.
Friedrichshain, State of BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT07581210RecruitingPhase 2
QD202 Study for Recent Stroke Treated With Clot-Busting Medicine
This study tests whether a new drug called QD202 can help protect the brain and improve recovery when given alongside standard clot-busting therapy (thrombolysis) for acute ischemic stroke. You would be in the trial if you had a stroke in the last 24 hours and are receiving or planning to receive thrombolytic treatment.
Meizhou, GuangdongAges 18–85 - NCT07580703RecruitingPhase 1
Brain Imaging Study for Memory and Thinking Changes
This study tests a new type of brain scan (called [18F]Flortaucipir PET) that may help detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to make sure the scan is safe and works well in Chinese patients aged 50–85 with normal thinking, mild memory problems, or Alzheimer's disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–85 - NCT07582809Recruiting
Digital therapy app for long-term insomnia relief
This study tests a smartphone app called BELL-001 that delivers digital therapy to help people with insomnia sleep better. It looks at how safe and effective the app is over a long period, and may offer an alternative to sleep medications.
IncheonAges 19–75 - NCT07583056Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Treatment for Fibromyalgia Pain
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) can help reduce fibromyalgia pain. You'll use a small device at home that sends mild electrical currents to your scalp, and researchers will monitor your progress via video calls.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07584434RecruitingPhase 1
Safety and Dosage Study of VX-433 in Healthy People
This is a first-in-human study testing a new drug called VX-433 to see how safe it is and how the body handles it. Vertex Pharmaceuticals is running this early-stage trial to understand the right dosage and side effects in healthy volunteers.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–55 - NCT07583563Recruiting
Observational study of octreotide depot injections for acromegaly
This study watches how patients with acromegaly respond to octreotide, a medication given as injections under the skin. Researchers will collect information about how well the treatment works and any side effects you experience.
AachenAges 18 years+ - NCT06722768Recruiting
Smart insole to detect walking changes from a spinal tap in NPH
This study checks if a special smart insole can detect changes in walking after a spinal tap test for people with suspected Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). If you have walking problems and are considering a spinal tap, this trial might help find better ways to measure your response.
Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-doAges Any age - NCT06545708Recruiting
Music perception in children with SeLECTs epilepsy
This study looks at how children with a specific type of epilepsy (SeLECTs) and healthy children perceive music. It aims to understand if music perception is different in children with this condition.
Bron, BronAges 5–14 - NCT07579182RecruitingPhase 1
How Exercise and Hormones Affect Pain in Women
This study looks at how exercise affects pain and hormone levels in women. Researchers will ask you about your activity level, do some physical tests, and measure how your body responds to exercise over several visits.
Houston, TexasAges 18–60
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.