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
- NCT06452264Recruiting
Early cognitive training for thinking speed after spinal cord injury
This study tests a computer-based training program to help people with recent spinal cord injury improve how quickly they process information. It aims to see if early cognitive training can help with thinking speed after injury.
East Hanover, New JerseyAges 18–65 - NCT06452407Recruiting
App for managing endometriosis symptoms and treatment
This trial tests a new app called elleFA to help track endometriosis symptoms and treatment. If you are being treated for endometriosis at the McGill University Health Centre, the app may make it easier to manage your care from home.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06452615Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for nerve pain after mastectomy
This study tests if a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (using sound waves from outside the body) can help relieve nerve pain that some women have after a mastectomy. It may be an option if you have burning, tingling, or numbness in your chest, armpit, or upper arm that started after your surgery.
CairoAges 40–65 - NCT06452914Recruiting
Testing therapeutic socks for diabetic nerve pain
This study tests special socks with tiny electronic parts to see if they can reduce nerve pain, numbness, and tingling in people with diabetic neuropathy. If you have mild to moderate symptoms and are not taking new medications for it, you may be able to join.
Roswell, GeorgiaAges 18–79 - NCT06452992Recruiting
Gut bacteria and sleep apnea in children
This study looks at the bacteria and natural chemicals in children’s bodies to learn more about sleep apnea. It could help doctors understand why some children have sleep problems and find better ways to treat them.
Hong KongAges 6–11 - NCT06452979Recruiting
Mouth inflammation in children with sleep apnea
This study looks at inflammation in the mouth tissues of children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It aims to understand how the body responds to breathing interruptions during sleep.
Hong KongAges 6–11 - NCT06453226Recruiting
Detecting Parkinson's disease through skin and breath smells
This study looks for unique smells given off by the skin and breath of people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if a simple, non-invasive test could help diagnose the condition.
LondonAges 18–90 - NCT06453018Recruiting
Sleep position therapy for children with sleep apnea
This trial tests if changing sleep position (like avoiding sleeping on the back) can improve sleep apnea in children aged 6 to 17. It may be an option if your child has moderate to severe sleep apnea that gets worse when lying on their back.
Hong KongAges 6–17 - NCT06453343Recruiting
Comparing two surgical approaches for cochlear implants
This study compares two different surgical methods for placing a cochlear implant (a device that helps with hearing). It is for adults who have lost hearing after learning to speak and are eligible for a specific type of implant. The goal is to see which approach works best.
NijmegenAges 18 years+ - NCT06453447Recruiting
Prednisone to prevent CRPS after wrist fracture surgery
This trial tests whether a short course of the steroid prednisone can prevent or reduce complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) after wrist surgery. It is for people who had a broken wrist fixed with a plate and screws and have a higher chance of developing CRPS.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT06453538Recruiting
Sleep and breathing in bypass surgery patients
This study looks at how well patients sleep and if they have breathing problems during sleep before and after heart bypass surgery. It may help understand how sleep affects recovery.
TurkuAges 18–90 - NCT06453733Recruiting
Non-invasive brain pressure monitor for TBI
This trial tests a new, non-invasive way to monitor pressure inside the skull for people with traumatic brain injury. It compares the new device to the standard invasive method already being used in your care.
London, EnglandAges 16–99 - NCT06453694RecruitingPhase 2
Efgartigimod for first-time optic neuritis
This trial tests a drug called efgartigimod for people having their first episode of optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve). The goal is to see if it can help protect your vision better than standard treatment alone.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06453759Recruiting
Brain recordings during SEEG in children
This study takes extra recordings from the brain during a routine SEEG procedure in children with epilepsy to learn more about how the brain works. It may help improve future epilepsy surgeries.
LondonAges 2–20 - NCT06453798Recruiting
Neck exercises with nerve gliding for pinched nerve in neck
This study tests whether a combination of neck exercises and nerve gliding (gentle movements to help the nerve move freely) can reduce arm pain and other symptoms from a pinched nerve in the neck. If you have this condition and haven't had recent treatment or surgery, you may be eligible.
Qinzhou, GuangxiAges 18–65 - NCT06454344Recruiting
Sleep and childhood experiences study in young adults
This study looks at how sleep is affected by tough childhood experiences. It tests whether changing sleep patterns can help young adults who have had these experiences and currently have poor sleep.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–29 - NCT06454591Recruiting
Using fast MRI to understand brain injury recovery
This study uses a quick MRI scan to check brain function and predict recovery after a traumatic brain injury. It may help researchers develop better ways to assess and treat TBI patients.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06454656Recruiting
Walking practice for kids with Cerebral Palsy
This study tests a motor learning program to help children with Cerebral Palsy improve their walking. If your child has a walking goal and a caregiver who can help at home, this could be a good fit.
Balrath, MeathAges 6–17 - NCT06455163Recruiting
Timely Support for Dementia and Caregivers
This study tests a program called 'Eerder Erbij' that offers timely support to people with dementia and their caregivers. The goal is to help caregivers manage better and connect with resources before more intensive care is needed.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT06455293RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for depression in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether psilocybin, a substance found in certain mushrooms, can help improve depression in people with Parkinson's disease. If you have Parkinson's and are feeling depressed, this treatment may offer a new option.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40–80 - NCT06455332Recruiting
Optic nerve test to predict MS after first symptoms
This study looks at how early damage to the optic nerve (the nerve that connects your eye to your brain) might predict future multiple sclerosis (MS) in people who have just had their first neurological symptoms (called a clinically isolated syndrome). You will have an MRI of your eyes and a special eye scan to see if these tests can help doctors know who is more likely to develop MS.
LilleAges 18–55 - NCT06455449RecruitingPhase 3
Injectable anifrolumab for polymyositis or dermatomyositis
This study tests a new injectable medicine (anifrolumab) added to your usual treatments for polymyositis or dermatomyositis. It may help reduce disease activity if you have moderate to severe symptoms and are already on stable therapy.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06455488Recruiting
Ventricular tachycardia management outcomes registry
This registry collects information about how ventricular tachycardia (a fast heart rhythm from the lower chambers) is managed and the results of different treatments. Participating can help improve future care.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06455709Recruiting
Markers predicting response to complement inhibitor therapy
This study looks for markers that may predict a favorable response to complement inhibitor drugs in people with generalized myasthenia gravis. It aims to identify who might benefit most from this treatment.
RomaAges 18 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.