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
- NCT07259291Recruiting
Comparing two remifentanil dosing methods during anesthesia
This trial compares two ways of giving the pain medicine remifentanil during anesthesia. It looks at how well the computer models predict the right dose for each patient.
TrevisoAges 18–80 - NCT07252713Recruiting
Home-based physical activity program for children with motor delays
This study tests a home-based physical activity program using special equipment and telehealth (video calls) to help young children with cerebral palsy or severe motor delays become more active. The program is done in your own home with your help and support.
Columbus, OhioAges 1–6 - NCT07250113Enrolling by invitation
WeCareToFeedDysphagia study for care partners of older adults
This trial tests a program to help care partners of older adults with Alzheimer's disease and swallowing problems. It aims to reduce stress and improve care at home.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07254390Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve in the ear can improve arm and hand recovery when combined with physical therapy. It is for people who had a stroke within the last 6 months and have some arm weakness but can still move their arm a little.
Montescano, PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT07249918Recruiting
Wearable devices for dementia care in rural Taiwan
This trial tests if wearable devices can help monitor and improve behavioral symptoms like agitation, depression, or sleep problems in people with Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. It also involves their caregivers.
Beigang, YunlinAges Any age - NCT07251816Recruiting
How the brain creates motivation
This study looks at how your brain creates motivation by using brain scans and sometimes gentle stimulation. It is for healthy people who want to help researchers understand normal brain function.
BronAges 18–40 - NCT07250035RecruitingPhase 3
Chinese herb trial for brain bleed linked to amyloid angiopathy
This trial tests a traditional Chinese medicine called Jiedu Huayu to see if it helps people recover from a brain bleed caused by a condition where proteins build up in blood vessel walls (cerebral amyloid angiopathy). The goal is to improve outcomes without surgery.
BeijingAges 50–90 - NCT07254026Recruiting
Precision health and smart telerehabilitation for sleep apnea
This trial tests a smart home-based program using telerehabilitation to help people with obstructive sleep apnea. It aims to see if personalized health coaching and remote exercise can improve sleep and overall health.
TainanAges 20 years+ - NCT07253701Recruiting
Epilepsy and gut bacteria: understanding treatment response
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut relate to how well epilepsy treatments work. It compares people with newly diagnosed epilepsy (who haven't yet started medicine) to healthy people without epilepsy.
GothenburgAges 2–79 - NCT07249801Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for hand grip and vision coordination
This trial uses a technique called closed-loop rTMS-EEG, which combines brain stimulation with brain-wave monitoring, to study how the brain controls hand grip based on visual cues. It may help researchers understand movement and vision integration.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07250672Recruiting
3D video training for Parkinson's movement
This trial tests if watching personalized 3D videos of movements can help improve walking and other skills in people with Parkinson's. It involves using a special viewer to watch actions that match your own needs.
Bolu, BoluAges 50–85 - NCT07253532Recruiting
Vibration belt study for improving balance and walking
This study tests a belt that vibrates to help with balance and walking. It may help people with balance problems due to conditions like ataxia or inner ear issues.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT07253870Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for subacute stroke recovery
This study compares two types of nerve stimulation (one on the ear, one on the neck) to see which helps upper limb movement better in people who had a stroke 3–6 months ago. It may help improve arm and hand function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 45–70 - NCT07252310Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Smartphone app to find best beta blocker dose for heart failure
This study uses a smartphone app to test how different beta blocker doses work best for you. It's for older adults with stable heart failure who want to fine-tune their treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07258355Enrolling by invitation
Fall prevention program for older adults
This study is testing a program that combines everyday activities (like dressing or cooking) with other measures to reduce falls in older adults. If you're 65+, have fallen recently, and don't have certain health issues, this trial might help you stay safer at home.
AnkaraAges 65 years+ - NCT07253974Recruiting
Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Recovery Study
This study follows people who had a stroke linked to atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and are in a rehabilitation program. Researchers want to see how recovery goes and what helps patients improve.
BarcelonaAges 18–99 - NCT07253389Recruiting
Comparing two TIPS techniques to prevent variceal rebleeding in cirrhosis
This trial tests a slightly smaller TIPS stent (underdilated) against the standard size to see which is better at preventing another variceal bleed in people with cirrhosis and liver scarring. It aims to find the safest way to lower pressure in the veins while reducing side effects.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–75 - NCT07256704Recruiting
Hypnosis and attention for neurological conditions
This study looks at whether hypnosis can help improve attention in people with conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, or multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have trouble concentrating or focusing.
LucerneAges 18 years+ - NCT07257302Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for ALS patients
This study tests whether a special breathing exercise called Lung Insufflation Capacity (LIC) training can help people with ALS maintain or improve their breathing muscle strength. Participants must be age 20 or older, have a confirmed ALS diagnosis, and not be using a breathing machine at the start of the training.
Kodaira, TokyoAges 20 years+ - NCT07253376Enrolling by invitation
Study of a cognitive function scale for Parkinson's in Turkish
This study is testing a new rating scale (a set of questions) to measure how well people with Parkinson's disease can handle daily tasks that require thinking skills. It aims to make sure the scale works well in Turkish.
AnkaraAges 40 years+ - NCT07257861Recruiting
Apomorphine Pump for Late-Stage Parkinson's at End of Life
This trial studies whether a continuous apomorphine pump can help people with advanced Parkinson's disease who can no longer take oral medications and are receiving palliative care. The pump delivers medicine under the skin to manage symptoms when other treatments are no longer possible.
CrestAges 18 years+ - NCT07251673Recruiting
Study of Dravet syndrome in children with SCN1A gene changes
This study follows children with Dravet syndrome caused by a specific SCN1A gene change to understand how the condition develops over time. It may help families know more about what to expect.
Paris, Ap-hp / DRCIAges 6 months–21 years - NCT07257146Enrolling by invitation
Studying barriers to stroke care in the Middle East and North Africa
This trial looks at what makes it hard for people to get stroke treatment quickly. It uses a phone app to track where you live and what obstacles you face, to help improve care for others in the future.
AlexandriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07253857Recruiting
Hand and arm therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a special hand and arm therapy for children with spastic cerebral palsy. The therapy also includes leg exercises to improve movement. It may help your child use their hands and arms better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12
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.