Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,934 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,337
- Phase 2764
- Phase 1555
- Phase 3514
- Phase 4340
- Phase 1/Phase 2299
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke797
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Multiple Sclerosis330
- Dementia224
- Epilepsy192
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Sarcopenia135
- Mild Cognitive Impairment126
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management113
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia105
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital124
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris109
- Riphah International University105
- Mayo Clinic98
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing89
- Hospices Civils de Lyon77
- Johns Hopkins University69
- University of Minnesota63
- Washington University School of Medicine63
Where studies are running
- California655
- Massachusetts304
- New York295
- Florida267
- Texas267
- Maryland248
- Arizona209
- Alabama205
- Illinois183
- Pennsylvania175
Recruiting studies11,934 total
- NCT06320639Recruiting
Driving simulator study for people with memory or thinking problems
This study uses a driving simulator to see how people with mild cognitive problems or dementia perform while driving. If you have a driver's license and are still driving or recently stopped, you may be able to join.
VilleurbanneAges 50–95 - NCT05706194Recruiting
Early brain prognosis test after out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
This trial studies how to predict brain recovery early after a non-traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The goal is to help clinicians estimate outcome sooner, which may improve decision-making during intensive care.
HelsinkiAges 18–100 - NCT06103630Recruiting
Mouth exercises for sleep apnea with mouthguard therapy
This study tests whether specific mouth and throat exercises can help people with sleep apnea who already use a mandibular advancement device (a type of mouthguard). The goal is to see if adding exercises improves sleep and breathing.
TainanAges 20 years+ - NCT06322654Recruiting
Comparing two types of robotic rehab for spinal muscular atrophy
This study compares two robot-assisted rehabilitation programs to see which one helps children and young adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) improve their movement and function better. You may join if you have SMA (types 1-4), are up to 21 years old, and are already receiving medication for SMA.
PoznanAges Up to 21 years - NCT06323278Recruiting
Thinking and memory training for Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether a thinking-and-memory training program (cognitive stimulation) can help people with Parkinson's who have mild memory or thinking problems, but not dementia. You must not have had deep brain stimulation surgery.
MilanAges 18–80 - NCT06327594Recruiting
Muscle loss check in lung cancer surgery patients
This study looks at muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with lung cancer who are about to have surgery. It uses a CT or MRI scan to check your muscle health, which may help doctors better plan your care.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 40–100 - NCT04945213RecruitingPhase 3
Biperiden to prevent seizures after traumatic brain injury
This trial tests whether biperiden can lower the chance of developing epilepsy after an acute traumatic brain injury (with bleeding or bruising seen on CT). If you qualify, you would get the medicine or a placebo soon after the injury, and researchers will compare outcomes.
Fortaleza, CearáAges 18–75 - NCT05262543Recruiting
Study predicts risk of RBD turning into Parkinson’s
This study looks at people diagnosed with idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (a sleep problem where you act out dreams) and tries to predict who may later develop another condition related to Parkinson’s. If you qualify and consent, you may be followed to understand risk factors and improve early identification.
Oggebbio, VerbaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06329739Recruiting
Genetics and thinking in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at how certain genes might affect thinking and behavior in people with Parkinson's disease. If you have Parkinson's, take Parkinson's medication, and have had genetic testing, you may be able to join.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06329726Recruiting
Thinking and memory after brain stimulation for Parkinson's
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects thinking and memory in people with Parkinson's disease over time. It compares results from people who have DBS and those who receive only medication.
Milan, LombardyAges 18–70 - NCT06330870Recruiting
How breast cancer spreads to the brain
This study looks at how breast cancer spreads to the brain in people who had surgery to remove brain tumors. It helps doctors understand why some women get brain metastases.
SeoulAges Any age - NCT06332989Recruiting
Improving stroke triage by ambulance paramedics
This trial tests a new way for paramedics to quickly identify and prioritize stroke patients before they reach the hospital, which could help get you the right treatment faster.
LeidenAges 18 years+ - NCT06334029Recruiting
Observing brain connections in epilepsy
This study is observing how the brain's connections and activity work in people with epilepsy. It uses MRI scans and EEG recordings to learn more about the condition, which may help improve future treatments.
Conegliano, TrevisoAges 6–65 - NCT06335836Recruiting
Social connections and brain health in memory decline
This study looks at how being socially isolated or socially active affects memory and brain health in people who feel their thinking is getting worse. You may join if you notice a slow decline in memory or thinking, but otherwise have normal test results.
Nanjing, China, JiangsuAges 45–85 - NCT06337578Recruiting
Telephone-based cognitive screening study
This study tests if a phone-based cognitive screening can effectively assess thinking and memory. It may help people who can't easily visit a clinic.
MilanAges 18–100 - NCT06337201Recruiting
Digital life stories for dementia care
This trial tests a digital tool to create life stories for older adults with dementia. It aims to help healthcare workers provide more personalized care.
Karlskrona, Blekinge CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06000592Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to stabilize blood pressure after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a non-invasive device that sends gentle electrical pulses to the spinal cord can help people with a recent spinal cord injury keep their blood pressure steady. It's designed for those who experience low blood pressure when sitting or standing, which can cause dizziness or fainting.
New York, New YorkAges 14–100 - NCT06342661Recruiting
VISTA protein in blood vessel-related memory problems
This study measures levels of a protein called VISTA in the blood of people with memory problems caused by blood vessel disease. It aims to see if VISTA can help diagnose or predict this condition.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 50–80 - NCT05775627Recruiting
Study how sleep affects metabolism in healthy adults
This trial studies how changes in sleep and the body’s daily rhythm may affect metabolism (how your body handles energy and sugar). It is for generally healthy, medication-free young adults who follow a controlled diet and sleep schedule.
Portland, OregonAges 18–40 - NCT06344260RecruitingPhase 2
Neural stem cell therapy for ALS: a phase 2 trial
This trial tests whether injecting neural stem cells into the spine can slow down ALS. It is for people with rapidly progressing ALS who have good lung function and a caregiver to help with visits.
San Giovanni Rotondo, FoggiaAges 18–65 - NCT04839887Recruiting
Quality of life after stroke in adults aged 18–65
This trial looks at what affects quality of life after an ischemic stroke (a type of stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) in younger adults. You may be able to join if you can complete questionnaires about your recovery and daily life.
OlomoucAges 18–65 - NCT06280443Recruiting
Frailty and muscle loss in chronic lung disease
This study looks at people with COPD or ILD who also show signs of frailty. It aims to understand how frailty and muscle loss (sarcopenia) affect their care and use of medical resources over time.
TaichungAges 20 years+ - NCT06336070Recruiting
Power training for metabolic health in postmenopausal cancer survivors
This trial compares two types of exercise—muscle power training and metabolic power training—to see which better improves your body's ability to use energy and control heart function. You may qualify if you are a postmenopausal woman who has had breast cancer and is not currently active.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 35–75 - NCT03564561Recruiting
Pompe disease study of walking and symptoms over time
This study follows people with Pompe disease to better understand how the disease progresses and how walking function changes. You may help researchers learn what symptoms and test results matter most, without necessarily receiving a new treatment.
Garches, Hauts-de-SeineAges 18–80
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,934 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,325 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.