Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,975 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,368
- Phase 2765
- Phase 1561
- Phase 3516
- Phase 4338
- Phase 1/Phase 2301
- Phase 2/Phase 3126
Top conditions
- Stroke799
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease339
- Multiple Sclerosis330
- Dementia227
- Epilepsy194
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke140
- Sarcopenia134
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Cerebral Palsy120
- Pain Management116
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia104
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris110
- Riphah International University105
- Mayo Clinic98
- VA Office of Research and Development91
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing89
- Hospices Civils de Lyon77
- Johns Hopkins University70
- University of Minnesota63
- Washington University School of Medicine63
Where studies are running
- California662
- Massachusetts306
- New York296
- Florida272
- Texas267
- Maryland249
- Alabama206
- Arizona206
- Illinois181
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies11,975 total
- NCT07263516Enrolling by invitation
Pelvic and breathing exercises for period pain
This study tests whether pelvic floor and diaphragmatic breathing exercises can reduce pain during periods. It is for women with primary dysmenorrhea who have not had a pregnancy or childbirth and are not on regular medications.
Istanbul, AvcılarAges 18–25 - NCT07266662Recruiting
Sensory aids and brain stimulation for stroke recovery
This study tests if adding sensory aids or brain stimulation can improve arm and hand movement for people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It may help if you have some movement but not full use of your arm.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 45–56 - NCT07262528Recruiting
Brain training for hand recovery after stroke
This trial tests a brain-based training method (neurofeedback) to help improve hand movement after a stroke. It is for people who had a stroke in the last 3 months and still have weakness on one side.
RzeszówAges 18–70 - NCT07259694Enrolling by invitation
Exercise study for people with hearing loss
This trial tests if traditional exercises can improve physical and mental health in adults with severe hearing loss. It aims to find safe and helpful activities that you can do regularly.
Changchun, JilinAges 1.5 years+ - NCT07259499Recruiting
Predictors of emergency visits in frail older adults
This study looks at why frail older adults go to the emergency room. Researchers want to see if blood tests and brain scans can help predict who needs emergency care. Participation involves one interview and having had a recent brain scan and blood work.
Pisa, PisaAges 65 years+ - NCT07264036Recruiting
Nasal Speech After Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Study
This study is for people who have had treatment for head or neck cancer and now have a nasal-sounding voice. It tests a procedure to help improve speech by adding a small amount of filler material to the back of the throat.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07263893Recruiting
A new plate for fixing broken jawbones
This trial tests a special plate to fix certain types of broken jawbones. It may help patients who have a recent, clean break that needs surgery.
CairoAges 18–50 - NCT07264309Recruiting
Pain relief options for women in early labor
This trial compares two pain relief methods during the first stage of labor: a combination of tramadol and paracetamol given through an IV, versus pethidine given as a shot. The goal is to see which works better and has fewer side effects.
AfulaAges Any age - NCT07268079Recruiting
Testing a VR app for brain and thinking skills
This study is testing a virtual reality app called VIRADIA to see if it can help check brain and thinking skills. Doctors are looking for people with and without a neurological condition like Parkinson's or multiple sclerosis to take part.
Nitra, Nitra RegionAges 18–80 - NCT07267442Recruiting
Testing a hypertonia tool for children with movement disorders
This study is translating and testing a tool that helps doctors assess muscle stiffness (hypertonia) in children with motor disorders. It aims to make the tool available in Turkish so it can be used more easily in clinics.
AnkaraAges Up to 18 years - NCT07267455Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for chronic tinnitus
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called personalized transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to see if it can reduce the loudness or annoyance of chronic tinnitus. Participation involves daily sessions for 5 days at the hospital.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07262853Recruiting
Dual Executive Function Training for Children
This study tests a program designed to help children improve their focus, planning, and self-control. It may be suitable for children with ADHD, autism, or learning difficulties who have not had similar training before.
Tai PoAges 6–11 - NCT07265999Recruiting
Severity factors of dermatomyositis in Caribbean patients
This study looks at what makes dermatomyositis more severe in people of Caribbean background living in Guadeloupe. By understanding these factors, doctors may better manage this rare muscle and skin disease.
Pointe-à-PitreAges 16 years+ - NCT07265596RecruitingPhase 2
Brain Scan Study for Early Parkinson's Disease
This trial uses a special brain scan (PET scan) to look at early changes in people who have early signs of Parkinson's disease. The goal is to learn more about how Parkinson's develops over time.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07263308RecruitingPhase 3
Albumin for large artery stroke after clot removal
This trial tests whether giving albumin, a protein naturally found in blood, can improve recovery after a large artery stroke when given along with a procedure to remove the clot. It's for people aged 18-80 who have a stroke from a blockage in the front part of the brain and can get treatment within 24 hours.
Anqing, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT07268833Recruiting
Finding new ALS biomarkers from nerve cells and blood
This study looks for new ways to detect and understand ALS by analyzing tiny nerve and blood markers. It may help find better treatments for ALS and related nerve diseases.
Monserrato, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07259577Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for stroke recovery
This trial tests whether stimulating the vagus nerve can improve arm movement, breathing, and quality of life in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It involves a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the neck during therapy sessions.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT07260864Recruiting
rTMS for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. If you join, you'll receive rTMS sessions and we'll monitor your brain activity to see how it affects your pain.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07264283Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing LM11A-31 for progressive supranuclear palsy
This trial tests a drug called LM11A-31 to see if it can help people with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare brain condition. You may join if you have had symptoms for 5 years or less, can walk with minimal help, and have good thinking abilities.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 41–86 - NCT07265323Recruiting
Testing insulin effects on brain function
This study looks at how giving insulin in a way that mimics the body's natural release can affect thinking and memory. It may help understand how insulin relates to brain health.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07268768Recruiting
Personality, thinking, and sensitivity in headache
This study looks at how personality, thinking skills, and heightened nerve sensitivity are connected in people with headache. It aims to better understand these relationships to improve care.
Messina, SicilyAges 18–60 - NCT07267052Recruiting
Nerve stimulation at acupoints for pain relief
This trial uses a gentle electrical device on acupuncture points to study how it affects pain signals in the body. Healthy adults can join to help researchers understand a possible drug-free way to manage pain.
Taichung, Beitun, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT07265856Enrolling by invitation
Dementia education program for nursing students
This trial tests if a virtual reality dementia education program improves nursing students' attitudes toward people with dementia. It is designed for students at Universitas Airlangga who have not participated in a similar program before.
Surabaya, East JavaAges Any age - NCT05786599RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Low-dose methadone for chemotherapy nerve pain
This trial studies whether methadone can reduce painful nerve damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs. It is for adults who have ongoing nerve pain for months after chemotherapy ended and may help by lowering neuropathic (nerve) pain.
Nanaimo, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,975 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,541 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.