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
- NCT06004739Recruiting
Antibiotics for older adults with delirium and abnormal urine tests
This trial tests whether giving antibiotics helps older adults in the hospital who have delirium (sudden confusion) and signs of bacteria in their urine but no clear urinary infection. It aims to see if treatment can improve confusion and avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT06005363Recruiting
Brain fluid study in shunt surgery patients
This study looks at brain fluid and drainage function in patients receiving a VP shunt for hydrocephalus. It may help understand how the brain clears waste products.
TaoyuanAges 60 years+ - NCT06005246Recruiting
Munich ME/CFS Study for Young People
This study is tracking children, teens, and young adults (up to age 25) who developed ME/CFS after an infection. It aims to better understand the condition in younger people.
Munich, BavariaAges Up to 25 years - NCT06005194Recruiting
Exercise therapy via telehealth for depression after brain injury
This study tests whether an exercise program delivered through video calls can help treat major depression in people who have had a traumatic brain injury. If you are at least one year past your injury and have symptoms of depression, you may be able to join.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–64 - NCT06005233Recruiting
Smartwatch heart monitoring after unexplained stroke
This trial uses a smartwatch to look for hidden atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart rhythm) in people who have had a stroke or TIA with no known cause. It could help find the reason for the stroke and guide treatment to prevent another one.
MunichAges 40 years+ - NCT06005844Recruiting
Testing a new scale for thinking and mood problems in cerebellum disorders
This study tests a new questionnaire (CCASS) to screen for cognitive-affective syndrome in people with cerebellar damage. It aims to see if the French version works well to identify thinking and mood changes caused by cerebellar disease.
Mulhouse, Haut-RhinAges 18 years+ - NCT06006832Recruiting
A Study of Myasthenia Gravis in China
This study follows people with myasthenia gravis who are patients at Peking Union Medical College Hospital to learn more about the disease and how it affects patients over time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06007053Recruiting
ReACT therapy for teens with PNES
This study tests a type of talk therapy called ReACT (Retraining and Control Therapy) for teens with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES). The goal is to help you and your family learn ways to reduce or stop the seizures.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 11–18 - NCT06007755Recruiting
Finding blood markers for confusion after heart surgery
This study is looking for certain substances in the blood that may show up if a person becomes confused or delirious after heart surgery. The goal is to find early warning signs so doctors can help prevent or treat this confusion.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06007794Recruiting
Muscle health study for post-cancer patients
This study uses ultrasound to measure thigh muscle mass and compares it to a whole-body scan. It aims to understand muscle changes after cancer treatment.
Pierre-BéniteAges 18–74 - NCT06008704Recruiting
PET scan study of pain in Parkinson's disease
This study uses a special brain scan (PET) to look at the serotonin system in people with Parkinson's who have chronic pain. The goal is to understand why some people feel pain and how the brain chemical serotonin might be involved.
Toulouse, Haute-GaronneAges 40–80 - NCT06008743Recruiting
Robotic and computer rehab for walking after stroke
This study uses robotic equipment and computer modeling to create a personalized rehabilitation program. Researchers are looking for healthy adults and adults who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago to see if these tools can improve walking.
Newark, DelawareAges 18–80 - NCT06009159Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for fibromyalgia pain
This trial tests if a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve can help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is a potential treatment option for those who have had persistent pain for at least three months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06009315Recruiting
Stroke treatment outcome prediction study
This study looks at patients having a stroke procedure to remove a clot. It aims to predict how well people recover. If you are having this treatment, the study might help doctors understand your likely outcome.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–100 - NCT06010251Recruiting
Body awareness therapy for spinal cord injury pain
This trial tests a multisensory approach to help people with spinal cord injury better perceive their body and reduce long-term nerve pain. It combines body awareness exercises with sensory feedback to see if it can ease pain and improve quality of life.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06010641Recruiting
Head-down position for stroke from large artery blockage
This trial tests if lying with the head lower than the body (head-down position) can help people who are having a stroke caused by a blockage in a large artery in the front part of the brain. The goal is to see if this simple position improves blood flow and reduces disability.
ShenyangAges 18 years+ - NCT06010511Recruiting
White matter changes and brain fluid study in older adults
This study uses special MRI scans to look at white matter changes in the brain (often linked to memory problems). It may help doctors understand more about these changes in older adults visiting memory or geriatric clinics.
LeidenAges 65 years+ - NCT06010628RecruitingPhase 4
Tenecteplase for stroke 4.5 to 6 hours after onset
This trial tests a medicine called tenecteplase (a clot-buster) for people who have a moderate or severe stroke caused by a clot and can be treated 4.5 to 6 hours after symptoms start. It aims to see if this medicine can help improve recovery.
Shenyang, None SelectedAges 18 years+ - NCT06011018Recruiting
Mirror Therapy with Electrical Stimulation or Sound Beats after Stroke
This study tests if combining mirror therapy with either gentle electrical stimulation or special sound beats can help improve leg movement and brain activity after a stroke. It is designed for people who had their first stroke at least 6 months ago and have some movement in their leg.
Kaohsiung CityAges 20–80 - NCT06011876Recruiting
BioFLO breathing training for spinal cord injury
This study is testing a special breathing training device (called BioFLO) for people with chronic spinal cord injury to see if it can strengthen their breathing muscles and improve their respiratory recovery.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06012552RecruitingPhase 2
Tianeptine for COVID-19 brain fog
This study tests whether the medication tianeptine can improve brain fog and thinking problems that persist after COVID-19. It may help if you are 18 or older, have had COVID-19, and have noticed new memory or concentration issues.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT06012695RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an oral drug for solid tumors or glioblastoma
This trial tests an oral drug called NBM-BMX for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments, or for people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma (a type of brain cancer). The study aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Kaohsiung CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06013748Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for voice hearing
This trial tests if virtual reality therapy can help people who hear distressing voices. It compares VR therapy to a waitlist to see if it gives you more control over the voices.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 16 years+ - NCT06013956RecruitingPhase 4
Personalized deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's
This study tests a personalized way to adjust deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy in real time for people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to improve how DBS works by tailoring it to each person's needs.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–80
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.