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
- NCT06055569Recruiting
Rehabilitation for arm recovery after stroke using observation and muscle stimulation
This trial tests if observing arm movements paired with muscle stimulation helps stroke survivors regain arm function. It may be an option if your stroke affected one arm and you are between two weeks and six months post-stroke.
Milan, ItaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT06055790RecruitingPhase 2
PET scan to find brain tumors from other cancers
This study tests a special PET/CT scan that uses a tracer called 18F-fluciclovine to find brain tumors that have spread from other cancers. It may help doctors see if this scan can better identify these tumors before treatment.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–99 - NCT06055959RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Zilucoplan for children with generalized myasthenia gravis
This study tests a new daily shot (zilucoplan) for children and teens with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), a condition that causes muscle weakness. It aims to see if the drug is safe and helps improve strength and daily functioning.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12–17 - NCT06056921RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new treatment using your own immune cells (CAR T-cells) targeting a protein called CD19 to control severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, Sjogren's, scleroderma, dermatomyositis, or vasculitis. The goal is to see if it's safe and can improve symptoms when other treatments haven't worked.
Taiyuan, ShanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT06057129Recruiting
Hand therapy at home after stroke using the ReHandyBot
This trial tests a home-use hand device (ReHandyBot) to help you practice hand movements after a recent stroke. It is designed for people who can still move their arm a little but need more therapy, and who can set up the device in their own home.
Brissago, Canton TicinoAges 18–90 - NCT06057584Recruiting
Sensory and motor training for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a special training program that combines touch and movement exercises to help people who have had a stroke improve the use of their affected arm and hand. It is designed for those who still have some movement but also have trouble with sensation.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT06057909Recruiting
Brain function study in Lewy body and Alzheimer's disease
This study looks at how brain function changes over time in people with Lewy body disease or Alzheimer's. Researchers will use memory tests, MRI scans, and EEG (a painless brain-wave recording) to track these changes, and you will need a family member or friend to help report on your daily life.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 50–95 - NCT06058351Recruiting
Brain injury aftercare at home
This trial tests a home-based aftercare program for people with acquired brain injury (ABI). It aims to improve recovery by offering multidisciplinary support in your own home.
RotterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06059352Recruiting
Sleep and hearing in autism spectrum disorder study
This study looks at how sleep problems might affect the way people with autism process sounds. It aims to find better ways to help with listening difficulties.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT06058767Recruiting
Hearing screening for preschoolers
This study offers a free hearing screening for children aged 2 to 6 who attend a community preschool. The goal is to find any hearing issues early so children can get the help they need.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–6 - NCT06059144RecruitingPhase 3
Raising blood pressure for worsening small artery strokes
This trial tests if raising blood pressure slightly with a low dose of a medicine called norepinephrine can help people whose stroke symptoms are getting worse. It focuses on small, deep brain artery strokes and aims to improve recovery.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06058988RecruitingPhase 2
T-DXd for people with brain cancer
This trial tests a drug called Trastuzumab Deruxtecan (T-DXd) for people with brain tumors that are either glioblastoma or have spread from other cancers. Doctors will see if T-DXd can shrink tumors or slow their growth, and they will collect tumor tissue during surgery or biopsy to study how the drug works.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06059157Recruiting
Brain mapping with advanced MRI for epilepsy surgery
This trial uses special MRI scans to create a detailed map of the brain areas causing seizures, helping doctors plan SEEG surgery. It's for people with hard-to-control epilepsy who are already scheduled for SEEG.
BrusselsAges 3 years+ - NCT06059872Recruiting
Study of high-intensity interval training after stroke
This study tests whether a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise program can help people with walking difficulties after a stroke. It looks for veterans who have had a stroke at least 6 months ago and walk slowly, to see if this type of exercise can improve their recovery.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–89 - NCT06061770Recruiting
Comparing two exercise programs for chronic stroke patients
This trial compares a supervised exercise program in a special facility with a self-guided exercise program at home. It aims to see which is more effective for improving walking and daily activity in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago.
Marseille, Bouches du RhôneAges 18 years+ - NCT06061562Recruiting
Sleep Apnea and Activity in Down Syndrome
This trial looks at whether physical activity can help improve sleep apnea in people with Down syndrome. It aims to find better ways to manage breathing problems during sleep.
La TroncheAges 6 years+ - NCT06061757Recruiting
Combining 4D-ICE and TEE imaging for heart closure
This trial tests a new imaging method (4D-ICE) used alongside a standard ultrasound (TEE) during a heart procedure to close the left atrial appendage, a small pouch in the heart where clots can form in people with atrial fibrillation. The goal is to see if the new method makes the procedure safer and more precise.
Overland Park, KansasAges 18–80 - NCT06062368Recruiting
Reducing dizziness during high-power MRI scans
This study tests a way to reduce dizziness (vertigo) some people feel during a very powerful MRI scan. It looks at whether a small change can make the scan more comfortable.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06062446Recruiting
A new way to do lumbar puncture to prevent headaches
This study tests a modified lumbar puncture (spinal tap) procedure to reduce the chance of getting a headache afterward. It's for people who need a spinal tap as part of their regular medical care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06062628RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Ketamine for severe traumatic brain injury
This study tests whether a low dose of ketamine can help people with severe traumatic brain injury by reducing brain pressure and improving oxygen levels. If you have a brain monitor in place and meet safety criteria, you may be able to join.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06062693Recruiting
Home Hand Training with Sensors for Better Dexterity
This study tests a new home-based hand training system using sensors to help improve hand movement and dexterity in people with Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, or stroke. It also includes healthy volunteers for comparison.
LucerneAges 18–99 - NCT06062888RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing fresh frozen plasma for traumatic brain injury
This trial tests whether giving fresh frozen plasma (a blood product) soon after a traumatic brain injury can help people recover better. It is for adults aged 18 to 65 with moderate to severe TBI confirmed by CT scan.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT06062953RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Melatonin or low-dose quetiapine for insomnia in psychiatric disorders
This study tests if melatonin, a low dose of quetiapine, or a placebo can help people with a psychiatric condition who also have trouble sleeping. You may qualify if you have insomnia at least 3 times a week and your sleep problem has lasted 3 months or longer.
Copenhagen NVAges 16–64 - NCT06063850RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for adults with hard-to-control epilepsy
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy (AMT-260) for adults whose seizures start in one area of the brain (the temporal lobe) and aren't controlled by medication. The goal is to see if it's safe and reduces seizure frequency.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75
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.