Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,432 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,770
- Phase 2785
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3537
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2303
- Phase 2/Phase 3121
Top conditions
- Stroke846
- Parkinson Disease424
- Multiple Sclerosis343
- Alzheimer Disease340
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy196
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Insomnia153
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Sarcopenia149
- Traumatic Brain Injury149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Pain Management114
- Migraine112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital134
- Riphah International University126
- 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
- California674
- Massachusetts300
- New York291
- Florida274
- Texas267
- Maryland245
- Arizona214
- Alabama209
- Illinois190
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,430 total
- NCT06383949Recruiting
Real-world study of Synergy Disc implant
This study follows people who receive a Synergy Disc implant to treat neck pain or nerve problems. It collects real-world information on how well the disc works and how safe it is over time.
DublinAges 21 years+ - NCT06384742Recruiting
Sleep help for nurses working night shifts
This study tests a program to help nurses and nursing staff who work night shifts improve their sleep. It's a 6-month online program that may help you sleep better and feel more rested.
Corvallis, OregonAges 18–65 - NCT06385106Recruiting
Brain stimulation for memory loss in Alzheimer's
This study tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-invasive brain stimulation technique) can help improve memory and thinking in people with Alzheimer's disease. It may be an option if you are between 55 and 80, right-handed, and have a confirmed diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 55–80 - NCT06385184Recruiting
Social life and quality of life in Parkinson's
This study looks at how social life and quality of life are affected in Parkinson's disease. It compares people with Parkinson's to those without to better understand these changes.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 40 years+ - NCT06385951Recruiting
Virtual reality navigation test for early Alzheimer's detection
This study uses a virtual reality navigation task to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It compares people with mild cognitive problems, mild Alzheimer's, and healthy older adults to see if this test can spot the disease earlier.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 50–80 - NCT06386874Recruiting
Magnetic field therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a new magnetic device applied to the head to help improve arm function after a stroke. You will use the device while doing exercises, and a caregiver will support you with a mobile app and video calls.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 22–80 - NCT06386341Recruiting
Quality of life after MMA surgery for sleep apnea
This study looks at how maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery affects quality of life in people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It aims to see if the surgery helps improve sleep and daily well-being.
UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06386497Recruiting
Bed for better sleep in Parkinson's disease
This study tests a special bed (Somnomat Casa) to help improve sleep in people with Parkinson's disease. It looks at whether the bed is comfortable and acceptable to use.
BernAges 18–85 - NCT06386510Recruiting
Nerve stimulation to improve arm function after stroke
This trial tests whether stimulating certain nerves in the head can help improve arm movement and brain recovery in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It may be an option if you still have some arm movement but are not currently in rehab.
Laval, QuebecAges 18–85 - NCT06387225Recruiting
Study on brain recovery after cardiac arrest
This study is trying to find better ways to predict recovery in people who had a cardiac arrest outside the hospital and are still unconscious in the intensive care unit. It may help doctors give more accurate information to families.
La Roche-sur-YonAges 18 years+ - NCT06387290RecruitingPhase 3
Mindfulness and pain management for chronic pain on opioids
This study tests whether adding mindfulness training to standard pain management visits can help people with chronic pain who are taking long-term opioids. It aims to improve pain relief and reduce opioid-related risks.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06387654Recruiting
Collection of skin samples for immune-related skin diseases
This study collects skin samples and medical information from people with skin conditions caused by their immune system. It helps researchers better understand these diseases and develop new treatments.
ToulouseAges 6–99 - NCT06387875Recruiting
Community health study in Qianwan, Ningbo
This study is creating a health database of people living in Qianwan New District, Ningbo. Researchers will ask about your health and lifestyle, and follow up over time to learn about community well-being.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT06387914Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for chronic stroke pain
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (using a device implanted in the brain) can help relieve severe, long-lasting pain caused by a stroke. It is for people who have tried other treatments without success.
Oxford, OxfordshireAges 21 years+ - NCT06388161Recruiting
Autoantibody study in new focal seizures
This research study looks for specific immune system markers (autoantibodies) in the blood and spinal fluid of people who have recently started having focal seizures (seizures that start in one part of the brain) with no known cause. Finding these markers could help doctors understand why the seizures started.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 14–100 - NCT06388148Recruiting
Clot removal for very large strokes
This trial tests a procedure to remove a large blood clot in the brain (mechanical thrombectomy) for people who have a very large stroke. It aims to see if removing the clot can improve recovery, even for those with severe strokes.
Hengyang, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT06388174Recruiting
Idiopathic Generalized Epilepsy Study
This study is looking at people with a specific type of epilepsy called idiopathic generalized epilepsy (IGE). The goal is to collect health information and use a 24-hour brain wave test to learn more about the condition.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 4–40 - NCT06388707RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ultrasound brain stimulation for drug-resistant epilepsy
This trial tests a low-intensity focused ultrasound device that aims to calm overactive brain areas causing seizures. It's for people whose seizures are not controlled by medication.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06388863Recruiting
Fecal transplant for constipation in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether a treatment called fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) can help relieve constipation in people with Parkinson's disease. FMT uses healthy donor stool to improve gut bacteria, which may ease constipation and possibly improve Parkinson's symptoms.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 40–75 - NCT06389344Recruiting
Esketamine for consciousness after brain injury
This trial tests whether a medication called esketamine can help improve consciousness in people who have been in a coma or minimally conscious state after a brain injury. It is for patients who are about to have surgery, and aims to see if the drug can wake them up more.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 16–65 - NCT06389591RecruitingPhase 1
RNA Vaccine for Recurrent Glioblastoma
This trial tests a new personalized RNA vaccine made from your own tumor tissue. It is designed to help your immune system fight the cancer after it has returned. You will have surgery to collect the tumor, and then the vaccine is given to try to stop the tumor from growing again.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06389968Recruiting
Light therapy for vision after optic neuritis in MS
This study tests whether light stimulation can help improve vision after optic neuritis in people with multiple sclerosis. It may offer a way to support eye recovery without medication.
Munich, BavariaAges 18–60 - NCT06390345Recruiting
Telehealth lifestyle and exercise for COPD and sleep apnea
This study tests a telehealth program that combines lifestyle coaching and exercise to help people with both COPD and sleep apnea improve their breathing and daily function. It may be a good fit if you are overweight, have a history of smoking, and feel short of breath during light activity.
Boise, IdahoAges 18 years+ - NCT06390930Recruiting
Breathing bursts of lower oxygen for hand function in MS
This study tests whether breathing short bursts of reduced oxygen (acute intermittent hypoxia) can improve hand function and nerve health in people with relapsing-remitting MS who have some hand weakness.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,432 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,532 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.