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
- NCT06411561Recruiting
Boosting memory after ICU stay for older adults
This study tests a combination of activities (like cognitive training and exercise) to help older adults recover thinking and memory after a serious illness in the ICU. It may help you regain sharpness and independence after leaving the intensive care unit.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 60 years+ - NCT06412055Recruiting
Adjustable stiffness ankle-foot orthosis study
This study is testing a special ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) that can be adjusted to be more or less stiff. It's for people with foot drop or ankle weakness who already use or need an AFO, and can walk at least a short distance.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06412237Recruiting
Wearable robot hand brace for stroke recovery
This trial tests a wearable robotic hand brace to help you move your arm and hand after a stroke. It is for people who are at least 6 months past their first stroke, have some arm strength, and can have a caregiver help with home exercises.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT06412562Recruiting
M3VAS test validation for depression and bipolar disorder
This study is testing a tool called M3VAS to see how well it measures depression and bipolar disorder symptoms in the Polish population. It might help doctors better understand your condition.
GdanskAges 18 years+ - NCT06413173Recruiting
Remote brain stimulation for attention after mild TBI
This trial tests if a remote brain stimulation device can improve attention and concentration in active-duty service members who have had a mild traumatic brain injury. Participants use the device at home while completing tasks to help with daily focus.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT06413277Recruiting
ECAP-controlled spinal cord stimulation for chronic pelvic pain
This trial tests a new type of spinal cord stimulator that uses closed-loop technology to treat chronic pelvic pain caused by a known injury. It may be an option if your pain is severe and hasn't responded to other treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06413420Recruiting
Study of Solriamfetol Use During Pregnancy
This registry study tracks the safety of Sunosi (solriamfetol) and other wakefulness medications taken during pregnancy. It aims to gather information to help doctors and pregnant women make informed treatment decisions.
Morrisville, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT06413654RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
B001 for NMOSD: reducing relapses
This trial tests an investigational drug called B001 for people with NMOSD who have had recent relapses. The goal is to see if it can reduce future flare-ups.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06414356RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine for nerve pain and PTSD in military personnel
This study tests whether ketamine infusions can help with ongoing nerve pain and PTSD symptoms. It's for active-duty service members, veterans, and retirees who have had moderate nerve pain for at least 3 months.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06414967Recruiting
Music therapy for irritability in Huntington's disease
This study tests if music therapy can help reduce irritability and impulsivity in people with Huntington's disease. You'll participate in music sessions to see if it improves your mood and behavior.
PoitiersAges 18 years+ - NCT06415591Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for fibromyalgia in veterans
This trial tests whether a mild ear nerve stimulation device can reduce pain for veterans with fibromyalgia. It also looks at how the brain changes with treatment using MRI scans for some participants.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06416345Recruiting
Cue2Walk: Freezing detection and cues for Parkinson's walking
This study tests whether a new device called Cue2Walk can help people with Parkinson's disease who have freezing of gait. The device detects when you freeze and sends a signal (like a beep) to help you start walking again. Researchers want to see if it is worth the cost compared to your usual care.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges Any age - NCT06416371Recruiting
Eye vessel leakage study for mild stroke survivors
This study uses eye scans to see if blood vessel leakage in the retina (back of the eye) is linked to small vessel disease in the brain after a mild stroke. It may help doctors better understand and monitor this condition.
EdinburghAges 18 years+ - NCT06416722Recruiting
Remote therapy with two tasks at once for Parkinson's
This study tests whether a remote therapy program that combines physical exercises with a thinking task can help people with Parkinson's walk better and think more clearly. It's done from home using a smartphone or computer.
Istanbul, BakırköyAges 30–75 - NCT06417502Recruiting
China pediatric rheumatic disease registry study
This study collects information from children with rheumatic and immune system diseases in China to better understand these conditions. By participating, you help researchers learn more about how to diagnose and treat these diseases.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT06417086Recruiting
Acupuncture for Alzheimer's in gene carriers and non-carriers
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will compare results in people who carry the APOE e4 gene and those who don't, to see if the treatment works differently.
ShanghaiAges 50–80 - NCT06417216Recruiting
Virtual reality for single-eye nerve palsy
This study tests a virtual reality headset that uses head movements to help people with a single-eye nerve palsy move their eye better. It may help if you have limited eye movement due to a nerve condition.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06417710Recruiting
Standardized check-up for leptomeningeal metastasis
This study watches and writes down how patients with cancer that has spread to the brain or spinal cord lining (leptomeningeal metastases) are doing. It helps doctors learn more about this condition without giving any new treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06418048Recruiting
Infectious disease registry and biobank trial
This study collects medical information and optional biological samples (like blood or saliva) from people with an active or suspected infection. The goal is to build a large database that can help researchers better understand infectious diseases and develop new ways to diagnose and treat them.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06418113RecruitingPhase 1
Radiation and chemo before surgery for glioblastoma
This trial tests giving radiation and chemotherapy before surgery for glioblastoma. It aims to see if this approach is safe and may help improve outcomes for patients whose tumor can be completely removed.
MadridAges 18–75 - NCT06418698Recruiting
Brain artery calcium and clot removal outcomes
This study looks at whether calcium buildup in brain arteries affects how well clot removal (mechanical thrombectomy) works for stroke patients. You may be able to join if you have a large artery blockage, a CT scan was done, and you are having the clot removal procedure.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06418971Recruiting
Testing a caregiving support platform for dementia caregivers
This study is testing an online platform called CarePair that helps connect family caregivers of people with dementia to resources and support. It may help caregivers find the assistance they need.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06419101Recruiting
Finding early signs of memory loss in China
This trial looks for new ways to diagnose memory and thinking problems earlier. It involves a memory test, brain scan, and blood draw to find markers that could help identify cognitive disorders.
BeijingAges 40–90 - NCT06419842Recruiting
Hypnosis for lumbar infusion test comfort
This trial tests whether hypnosis can help make a lumbar infusion test (a procedure to check for normal pressure hydrocephalus) more comfortable. It's for adults 65 and older who are already scheduled for this test.
Amiens, PicardieAges 65 years+
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.