Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,952 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,355
- Phase 2761
- Phase 1558
- Phase 3514
- Phase 4339
- Phase 1/Phase 2300
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke798
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Multiple Sclerosis328
- Dementia226
- Epilepsy193
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke138
- Sarcopenia134
- Mild Cognitive Impairment127
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management116
- 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
- California661
- Massachusetts305
- New York295
- Florida272
- Texas266
- Maryland248
- Alabama207
- Arizona206
- Illinois181
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies11,952 total
- NCT07502573Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two exercise programs for piriformis syndrome
This trial compares a home exercise program with a telerehabilitation program for people with piriformis syndrome. Researchers want to see which approach helps reduce pain and improve function better.
Ankara, KeciorenAges 18–45 - NCT07504055Recruiting
Non-invasive spinal cord stimulation for blood pressure after injury
This study tests whether a non-invasive spinal cord stimulation device can help regulate blood pressure in people with spinal cord injury who have low blood pressure symptoms. It may help you feel less dizzy or faint when you sit or stand up.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT06763575Recruiting
Surgical glove compression to prevent nerve damage from paclitaxel
This trial tests if wearing surgical gloves that compress the hands can prevent nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. If you have a solid tumor and are getting paclitaxel every 3 weeks, this might help reduce numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands.
Bangkok, BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT05009394Recruiting
Surgery options for long-term pain after limb amputation
This trial studies different surgical approaches to reduce persistent pain in the leftover part of an amputated limb. You may be able to join if your post-amputation pain has lasted more than a year and your pain level stays high despite stable pain treatments and prosthesis use.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06059144RecruitingPhase 3
Raising blood pressure for worsening small artery strokes
This trial tests if raising blood pressure slightly with a low dose of a medicine called norepinephrine can help people whose stroke symptoms are getting worse. It focuses on small, deep brain artery strokes and aims to improve recovery.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06386874Recruiting
Magnetic field therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a new magnetic device applied to the head to help improve arm function after a stroke. You will use the device while doing exercises, and a caregiver will support you with a mobile app and video calls.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 22–80 - NCT06278428Recruiting
Epilepsy in Infants: Genes and Disease Course
This study looks at children with severe epilepsy that starts before age 2. It aims to understand how different gene changes affect the disease and how it progresses over time.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges Up to 1.9 years - NCT06655636Recruiting
Testing a new robotic brace to help stroke survivors open their hand
This trial tests a wearable robotic device (ExoNET) that helps stroke survivors with hand weakness. It aims to see if the device is safe and helpful for people who had a stroke at least 8 months ago and still have trouble using their arm and hand.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–70 - NCT06656754RecruitingEarly Phase 1
IsoReach: A study on reaching after stroke
This trial tests a new way to measure how people reach for objects, looking at differences between healthy adults and those who have had a stroke. The goal is to understand how stroke affects movement so better therapies can be developed.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06695767Recruiting
Behavioral therapy for epilepsy and depression in veterans
This trial tests a special therapy program for veterans who have both epilepsy and major depression. It uses talk therapy and text message support to help improve mood and seizure control.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06749951Recruiting
Talk therapy for insomnia in heart disease patients
This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy focused on changing thoughts and habits) can help people with coronary heart disease who also have trouble sleeping. You will learn skills to improve your sleep and your overall heart health.
Drammen, BuskerudAges 18–75 - NCT06766279Recruiting
OMT for smell loss after COVID-19
This trial tests if osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can help people regain their sense of smell after COVID-19. OMT is a hands-on therapy used by osteopathic doctors to improve body function.
Las Cruces, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT06767280Recruiting
Testing calf muscle in chronic nerve pain patients
This study looks at how a muscle in your calf (gastrocnemius) responds to a gentle electrical test in people with long-term nerve pain from the lower back. It aims to learn more about how the condition affects muscle function, which could help improve future treatments.
Sixth of October, Giza GovernorateAges 18–55 - NCT07493629Recruiting
Study on immune status and disease control in inflammatory airway diseases
This study looks at how the immune system works and how well diseases like asthma, COPD, and others are controlled. You may join if you have one of these conditions or if you are a healthy volunteer or smoker without lung disease.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07493226Recruiting
NSAIDs for Frozen Shoulder Pain Study
This study tests different types of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to see which works best for people with frozen shoulder. It may help you if you have ongoing shoulder pain and stiffness without other shoulder injuries.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18–75 - NCT07491744Enrolling by invitation
Stroke and TIA study on heart and blood vessel health
This study looks at the causes of stroke and TIA by doing extra tests on patients admitted to the hospital. It aims to better understand and prevent future heart and blood vessel problems.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07493213Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided shoulder injections for frozen shoulder
This study tests whether ultrasound-guided injections into the shoulder can improve pain and movement in people with frozen shoulder. It may help if you have had shoulder pain for at least 3 months and other treatments haven't worked well.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18–75 - NCT05778006Recruiting
Registry for people with ME/CFS
This study is a registry, meaning it collects information from people who have ME/CFS. It helps researchers better understand ME/CFS and may guide future studies that could improve care.
Munich, BavariaAges birth+ - NCT06162013RecruitingPhase 2
NAD supplement trial for atypical parkinsonism
This trial tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) can help people with rare forms of parkinsonism (PSP, MSA, or CBS). It is a double-blind study, meaning neither you nor the doctors will know if you are getting the real supplement or a placebo.
Oslo, OsloAges 30–85 - NCT06112639Recruiting
Dance-based rehab for chronic brain conditions
This trial tests a dance exercise program for people with multiple sclerosis or early memory loss. It aims to see if dancing can help physical and mental function safely at home.
BresciaAges 18–85 - NCT07490444RecruitingPhase 2
Better glasses for children with Down syndrome
This trial tests a new way to make eyeglass prescriptions for children with Down syndrome, ages 5 to 12. The goal is to see if it improves their vision.
Columbus, OhioAges 5–12 - NCT07498452Recruiting
Sleep behavior study for patients and their partners
This study looks at the needs of people with isolated REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD) and the people close to them. It aims to understand how this condition affects daily life and relationships.
Bologna, Emilia-RomagnaAges Any age - NCT07489807Recruiting
Can mild hearing aids help with tinnitus?
This study tests if mild-gain hearing aids can reduce bothersome tinnitus in people with normal hearing. It aims to see if wearing these devices improves your tinnitus perception.
LyngbyAges 18 years+ - NCT07495826Recruiting
Predicting behavior in kids during sedation
This study looks at children aged 1 to 17 who get sedation or anxiety medicine for a procedure in the emergency department or dental clinic. Researchers want to understand what predicts how children behave during and after sedation.
London, OntarioAges 1–17
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,952 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,491 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.