Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,425 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,762
- Phase 2784
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3535
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2305
- Phase 2/Phase 3123
Top conditions
- Stroke845
- Parkinson Disease426
- Multiple Sclerosis343
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Spinal Cord Injuries154
- Insomnia153
- Sarcopenia149
- Traumatic Brain Injury149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Pain Management114
- Migraine112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic99
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development93
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota64
Where studies are running
- California678
- Massachusetts300
- New York292
- Florida275
- Texas267
- Maryland245
- Arizona213
- Alabama211
- Illinois189
- Pennsylvania178
Recruiting studies12,423 total
- NCT05135091RecruitingPhase 3
Cell therapy trial for hard-to-control one-sided temporal lobe epilepsy
This Phase 3 study tests a neural cell therapy (NRTX-1001) for adults whose seizures come from one side of the hippocampus and have not improved with standard seizure medicines. The goal is to reduce seizure frequency and improve seizure control where other treatments have not worked.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT05136222Recruiting
Testing a night breathing machine setting for muscle-nerve disease
This study helps find the best night-time settings for a non-invasive breathing support device (a machine that helps breathing without a tube). It may help people with motor neurone disease start long-term breathing support more comfortably and effectively.
AdelaideAges 18 years+ - NCT05137665Recruiting
Study tracks ALS and health markers over time at home
This study follows people with ALS and healthy volunteers to measure how specific body fluids, symptoms, and at-home tracking change over time. It may help researchers find early signs of disease changes and better ways to measure treatment effects.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05139277Recruiting
Using a imaging system during brain tumor surgery
This study tests the CONVIVO system to help surgeons see certain brain tumors during surgery. It may help make operations safer and more effective by improving how tumors are identified.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05140148RecruitingPhase 2
Amantadine to help recovery after stroke
This Phase 2 study tests whether the medicine amantadine can improve recovery after a recent stroke. It may help some people regain function during early rehabilitation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–85 - NCT05140265Recruiting
Uses EEG and medical records to build a privacy-protected database
This study creates a large, de-identified database by combining EEG test recordings with basic clinical information from medical records. It helps researchers use brain-wave data for future research while protecting your identity.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT05140993Recruiting
Emotional and orientation support to prevent delirium after surgery
This study tests whether extra emotional help and re-orienting (helping you know where you are and what’s happening) can lower the risk of confusion called postoperative delirium after surgery. It is designed for older adults having certain types of non-heart, non-brain surgery.
Tel AvivAges 70–120 - NCT05141487Recruiting
Testing a nerve stimulation trigger for bladder control
This study tests whether a “triggered” nerve stimulation therapy can help people with nerve-related bladder problems hold urine better and empty their bladder more comfortably. It mainly looks at whether the approach is safe and workable for patients.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05142033Recruiting
Cancer or precancer testing using DNA sequencing results
This trial helps doctors study and analyze cancer- or precancer-related DNA information. If you’re 18 or older and can consent, your results may help researchers understand the biology of your condition and guide future care.
Marshall, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05145361RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study drug B001 for neuromyelitis optic spectrum disorder attacks
This early-phase study tests B001 injection to see if it can help people with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) who have had recent relapses. It may be aimed at reducing future attacks and improving disability over time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05147441Recruiting
Freezing the obturator nerve for tight hip muscles
This trial looks at cryoneurotomy, a procedure that “freezes” a nerve, to reduce spasticity (tight, stiff muscles) in the hip adductors. It may help some people with spasticity who are already receiving this standard nerve-freezing treatment as part of their care.
Victoria, British ColumbiaAges 12 years+ - NCT05147649Recruiting
Brain scan study in severe sleep apnea without CPAP
This trial uses a specialized brain scan (MRI) to study people with severe obstructive sleep apnea who are not using CPAP. It also compares them with people who do not have sleep apnea to understand how brain function differs.
ReimsAges 18–75 - NCT05147701RecruitingPhase 1
Testing stem cell treatment for NAION safety
This Phase 1 study tests whether lab-made stem cells taken from donated umbilical cord are safe for people with NAION. It mainly looks for side effects and safety rather than proving the treatment works.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT05150093Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for voice tremor or dystonia
This trial studies deep brain stimulation (a surgically placed device that sends electrical signals) to reduce voice tremor or laryngeal dystonia. You may be considered if your symptoms are persistent despite medication and you can complete the study tasks and pre-surgery testing.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT05150106Recruiting
Study brain and voice patterns in laryngeal dystonia
This study looks at how the brain and voice system work in people with laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor, and compares them with healthy volunteers. The goal is to better describe different “types” (phenotypes) so future care can be more targeted.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT05150795RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing pregabalin before surgery versus fentanyl during surgery
This trial compares two medicines used around the time of surgery—pregabalin given by mouth before surgery versus fentanyl given during surgery—to see which better controls pain after the operation. You might join if you’re a generally healthy surgical patient and aren’t using certain related medicines.
CairoAges 21–45 - NCT05152290RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of stem cell treatment for spinal cord injury
This Phase 1 study tests whether an off-the-shelf stem cell product made from donated umbilical cord tissue is safe for people with spinal cord injury. It mainly looks at side effects and safety, and may help pave the way for future effectiveness studies.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT05151562Recruiting
Music therapy for people with early Alzheimer’s or memory loss
This trial studies whether music therapy can improve symptoms and well-being in people with early Alzheimer’s disease or mild memory problems. You may take part in music sessions and likely be screened with MRI, so the study checks safety for scans.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–89 - NCT05152368RecruitingPhase 1
Tested umbilical cord stem cell exosomes for trigeminal nerve pain
This Phase 1 study tests whether a treatment made from donated umbilical cord stem cell “exosomes” is safe for people with trigeminal neuralgia (severe facial nerve pain). It mainly focuses on safety and tolerability, and it may help by calming nerve-related pain pathways.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT05152394RecruitingPhase 1
Testing cord stem cell exosome treatment for Parkinson’s safety
This Phase 1 study tests whether a treatment made from donated umbilical cord “exosomes” is safe in people with Parkinson’s disease. It mainly looks at side effects and safety, and could help guide future treatments if it proves tolerable.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT05154370Recruiting
Registry for neuroinflammation diseases and diagnosis categories
This study is a registry that collects information from people diagnosed with certain neuroinflammation conditions. It may help doctors learn how these diseases behave over time and support future research.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05154253RecruitingPhase 1
Improving ankle push-off in children with cerebral palsy
This early (Phase 1) study tests a way to improve how well the ankle muscles help you push off when walking in cerebral palsy. If the ankle function improves, it may lead to a more comfortable and safer walking pattern.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 8–21 - NCT05155137RecruitingPhase 3
Daily pill and home risk check to prevent stroke and memory loss
This Phase 3 trial tests whether a daily “polypill” plus a simple home risk-check plan can lower the chance of stroke and future thinking/memory problems. It is aimed at adults at moderate risk but who have not had stroke or heart disease before.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 50–75 - NCT05156736Recruiting
Study of early heart artery disease in South Asians
This study looks at early buildup of plaque in heart arteries in young adults from Pakistan. It may help doctors understand why this happens earlier and guide better prevention and screening.
Karachi, SindhAges 35–65
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,425 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,436 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.