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
- NCT06762184Recruiting
Pain scores in serious brain surgery patients after ICU care
This study looks back at patients who had brain surgery and were in the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 24 hours. Researchers want to learn about their pain scores, which can help improve care for future patients.
Beijing, BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06804564Recruiting
Cold vs warm water for muscle pain recovery
This trial compares cold water and warm water immersion to see which helps recover from muscle soreness after exercise. If you are a healthy young man with moderate muscle pain from working out, this study may help you recover faster.
Biała Podlaska, Lublin VoivodeshipAges 18–25 - NCT06818864RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for memory after brain injury
This trial tests if deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve memory and thinking for people who have had a traumatic brain injury. DBS uses a small device placed in the brain to send gentle electrical pulses.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT06820008Recruiting
Using smartphones to track physical changes in ALS
This study uses smartphone apps and digital tools to track physical changes in people with ALS. It aims to better understand how the disease affects daily function, which could help improve future care.
Dublin, DublinAges 18 years+ - NCT06816641Recruiting
Surgery for spontaneous brain bleed: outcomes and factors
This trial studies how well surgery works for people who have a spontaneous brain bleed (not from injury) and looks at factors that might affect recovery. It may help doctors better predict who benefits from surgery.
SohagAges 20–70 - NCT06820125Recruiting
Combined cognitive and motor rehab for MS
This trial compares cognitive rehab alone versus cognitive plus motor rehab using high-tech tools for people with multiple sclerosis who have mild thinking problems and some walking difficulty. It aims to see if adding movement exercises improves outcomes more than cognitive training alone.
Verona, veronaAges 18 years+ - NCT06820398Recruiting
Exercise program for kids with cerebral palsy
This trial tests a special exercise program that combines strength training with resistance for children and teens with cerebral palsy. The goal is to see if it helps improve movement, strength, and daily function.
ValenciaAges 10–18 - NCT03999983Recruiting
Procedure registry for blocked vertebral artery origins
This trial registry collects information on patients treated with a catheter-based procedure for narrowed or blocked vertebral artery openings in the back of the brain. It may help doctors better understand which patients benefit and how treatment is done, but it’s mainly about tracking outcomes and safety.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–90 - NCT06337942Recruiting
Bladder or kidney-bladder transplant from a deceased donor
This trial offers a first-in-human transplant of a bladder or a kidney combined with a bladder from a deceased donor. It is for people with severe bladder problems or bladder cancer who already need a new bladder or are on immune-suppressing medicines for a prior organ transplant.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT04516720Recruiting
Build a database of brain and spinal cord tumor cases
This study builds a large medical database of people with primary brain or spinal cord tumors treated at the Montpellier Cancer Institute. It may help researchers understand patterns of care and outcomes, which can guide future research and treatment decisions.
Montpellier, HeraultAges 18 years+ - NCT04686877Recruiting
Surgery to remove deep brain bleeding with urokinase
This trial tests whether a targeted (stereotactic) procedure to remove deep brain bleeding, combined with a medicine called urokinase, is safer and works better than standard care. It focuses on people whose bleeding is in the deep brain and who are able to undergo surgery within a specific time window.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 40 years+ - NCT06031610Recruiting
Carotid artery opening study for brain health
This study tests if opening a narrowed carotid artery can reduce brain damage from small vessel disease. It may help patients with carotid artery narrowing prevent cognitive decline.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 40–80 - NCT05893524Recruiting
Dementia and walking study using simple movement tests
This study looks at how memory problems and walking/mobility are connected. It may help researchers understand better ways to assess dementia risk and mobility changes early.
Falun, Dalarna CountyAges 37–94 - NCT06183645Recruiting
Predicting CIDP decline during IVIg treatment changes
This study looks at people with CIDP who are stable on IVIg treatment to see if we can predict when they might get worse if their treatment is adjusted. It aims to make treatment management easier and more personalized.
Liège, LiègeAges 18–99 - NCT06129942Recruiting
Light therapy for Parkinson's disease
This trial tests whether regular light therapy can help people with Parkinson's disease. It is designed for patients whose symptoms are at a moderate stage and whose medication has been stable for a month or more.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 50–80 - NCT06270550Recruiting
Movement therapy for children with spastic diplegia
This study tests a movement therapy called Dynamic Movement Intervention to help children with spastic diplegia (a type of cerebral palsy) improve their walking and balance. It may be a good fit if your child is between 4 and 7, can walk short distances, and has mild muscle tightness.
CairoAges 4–7 - NCT07416188RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
LMP744 drug for returning glioblastoma
This trial tests an experimental drug called LMP744 for people whose glioblastoma has come back. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop tumor growth by targeting specific proteins in cancer cells.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07416201Recruiting
Study of Immune System Aging in Down Syndrome
This study is looking at how the immune system changes over time in people with Down syndrome, and how it may be affected by removal of the thymus gland. The goal is to understand why people with Down syndrome may age faster or have different immune health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1–120 - NCT07407790Recruiting
Smartphone heart check after stroke
This study tests whether using a smartphone app to check your heart rhythm after a stroke can find hidden atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). If you had a recent stroke or TIA and are not already on blood thinners, you may be able to help doctors detect and prevent future strokes.
KristiansandAges 18 years+ - NCT07409220Recruiting
Using video to help parents prepare for child's lumbar puncture
This study tests if showing parents a short video before their child's lumbar puncture helps them feel calmer and more informed. The goal is to make the experience less stressful for both parents and children.
Muscat, Muḩāfaz̧at MasqaţAges 12 hours–13 years - NCT07410000Recruiting
Block for pain after hip replacement
This trial tests a nerve block to reduce pain after hip replacement surgery. It may help you need fewer painkillers and recover more comfortably.
BursaAges 18–80 - NCT06438965Recruiting
Light test for muscle & nerve disease in kids
This study uses a safe, non-invasive light test (called MSOT) to help diagnose and monitor children with muscle or nerve diseases. It aims to find better ways to track these conditions without needles or radiation.
Ottawa, OntarioAges Up to 18 years - NCT07412145Recruiting
A study testing your balance
This study tests a simple way to check your balance. If you are an adult who can talk and agree to participate, you may be able to join.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 20 years+ - NCT07407803RecruitingPhase 3
TQ-B3234 for adults with non-surgical neurofibromatosis type 1 tumors
This trial tests an oral capsule called TQ-B3234 for adults who have painful, inoperable nerve tumors from neurofibromatosis type 1. It aims to see if the drug can shrink these tumors or stop them from growing.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+
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.