Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,462 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,797
- Phase 2786
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3538
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3121
Top conditions
- Stroke854
- Parkinson Disease424
- Multiple Sclerosis342
- Alzheimer Disease340
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke199
- Epilepsy196
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Spinal Cord Injuries154
- Insomnia152
- Traumatic Brain Injury152
- Sarcopenia148
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy130
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Pain Management114
- Migraine113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital134
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic99
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing95
- VA Office of Research and Development93
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- Cairo University63
Where studies are running
- California675
- Massachusetts301
- New York292
- Florida277
- Texas267
- Maryland244
- Arizona216
- Alabama211
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,460 total
- NCT06576830RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief study for kids having tonsil surgery
This study tests different ways to manage pain after tonsillectomy in children. The goal is to find better pain relief options.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 3–17 - NCT06576726Recruiting
Tracking tic disorder in teens over time
This study follows teens with chronic tic disorders (like Tourette syndrome) for a few years to understand how their symptoms and social life change. It also looks at brain signals using EEG, but you can join the main study even if you can't do the EEG part.
Nashvile, TennesseeAges 11–17 - NCT06577272Recruiting
Predicting cancer return after tumor ablation
This study looks at people with liver cancer who are treated with a procedure called radiofrequency ablation (RFA). It aims to create a tool that can predict the chance of the cancer coming back after treatment.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Any age - NCT06577350Recruiting
Bone and muscle health in axial spondyloarthritis
This study looks at bone and muscle health in people with axial spondyloarthritis. It compares their bone density and muscle strength to healthy volunteers to see if there is a link with a condition called osteosarcopenia.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT06578390Recruiting
Testing a smartphone app for sleep apnea diagnosis
This trial tests whether a smartphone app (Apneal®) can accurately diagnose sleep apnea during a routine sleep study. If you are already going to have a sleep study, you may be able to help test this device.
Aix-en-ProvenceAges 18 years+ - NCT06578416Recruiting
Stuttering development in young children
This study looks at how stuttering develops in young children by comparing kids who stutter with those who don't. It aims to understand the differences to help improve future treatments.
East Lansing, MichiganAges 3–6 - NCT06579001RecruitingPhase 4
Nasal spray to prevent confusion after hip replacement
This trial tests if a nasal spray called dexmedetomidine can prevent confusion (emergence delirium) after a hip replacement. It may help older adults wake up more calmly from anesthesia.
HangzhouAges 60 years+ - NCT06579248RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Cooling device to protect taste during radiation
This trial tests a special mouthpiece that cools the tongue during radiation therapy for advanced larynx cancer. It may help prevent taste loss caused by treatment.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06579261Recruiting
Shamanism for fibromyalgia pain relief
This study tests whether core shamanism (a type of guided meditation and energy work) can help reduce pain in women with fibromyalgia. If you join, you would receive shamanic treatments up to twice a week at the study site in California.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06579573RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for generalized tonic-clonic seizures in Japan
This study tests a new medicine (ONO-2017) for people with a type of epilepsy that causes whole-body seizures. It looks at whether adding this drug to your current seizure medicines can reduce how often those seizures happen.
AichiAges 12 years+ - NCT06579560Recruiting
Hearing and balance testing in fibromyalgia
This study looks at hearing and balance problems in people with fibromyalgia. It may help understand if fibromyalgia affects the inner ear.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 15–50 - NCT06579664Recruiting
Brain stimulation for memory loss from small vessel disease
This trial tests whether a type of non-invasive brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation can improve memory and thinking in people whose cognitive problems are caused by cerebral small vessel disease (damage to the small blood vessels in the brain). You may qualify if you have mild memory or thinking issues that have lasted at least three months.
BeijingAges 45–80 - NCT06579677Recruiting
Watching small blood vessels in the brain over time
This study watches how small blood vessels in the brain change over time. It may help doctors understand brain health as people age.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–75 - NCT06579950Recruiting
Cool roofs and health study
This study tests whether a special cool roof coating can lower indoor temperatures and improve health. You may be eligible if you live in a home with a stable, safe roof.
OuagadougouAges 18 years+ - NCT06579937RecruitingPhase 4
Esketamine for behavior after tonsil surgery in children
This study tests whether a medicine called esketamine can help reduce negative behavior changes in children after tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy surgery. Esketamine is given during anesthesia to see if it helps children recover with fewer emotional or behavioral issues.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 3–7 - NCT06580561Recruiting
Exercise and insomnia treatment for knee pain
This study combines a gentle exercise program with a treatment for insomnia to see if it helps older adults with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and sleep better. You will attend group exercise classes and receive sleep coaching.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 50 years+ - NCT06580847Recruiting
Choir for older adults with untreated hearing loss
This trial tests whether joining a choir helps older adults with untreated hearing loss. If you have mild-to-moderate hearing loss and do not use hearing aids, this study may be a good fit for you.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06580977Recruiting
Exercise and memory in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can improve memory and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. You may be able to join if you are between 50 and 80, have mild to moderate Parkinson's, and can walk independently.
Heidelberg, Baden-WurttembergAges 50–80 - NCT06581003RecruitingPhase 3
Hyperbaric oxygen for veterans with lasting brain injury symptoms
This trial tests whether breathing pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) can help reduce long-term symptoms after a mild or moderate traumatic brain injury. It is for veterans and service members who have had a TBI at least one year ago and are still struggling with symptoms.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06581523Recruiting
Breathing and meditation for Parkinson's wellness
This trial tests a breathing and meditation practice called SKY to see if it helps people with early-stage Parkinson's and their care partners feel better. You and your care partner will practice daily at home using Zoom.
Coral Springs, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06581861Recruiting
Family study to prevent ALS and FTD
This study is for adults who have a strong family history of ALS or FTD (like a parent or sibling with the disease) to help researchers understand how to prevent these conditions. It involves following you for about a year to track your health.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06582121Recruiting
Sleep disorders in early and advanced Parkinson's disease
This study looks at sleep problems in people with Parkinson's disease, people with REM sleep behavior disorder (a condition that causes acting out dreams), and healthy volunteers. The goal is to understand how sleep is affected in early and full Parkinson's disease.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT06582199Recruiting
Personalized Alzheimer's study using brain scans and spinal fluid
This study looks at how to better predict and understand Alzheimer's disease by using advanced brain scans and spinal fluid tests. It aims to find ways to identify people who stay healthy longer despite risk factors.
ParisAges 50–90 - NCT06582212Recruiting
Managing Hormonal Triggers in Women with Parkinson's
This study helps women with Parkinson's disease who are still having periods learn how hormonal changes may affect their symptoms. You will be guided to identify and manage these triggers better.
Grenoble, GrenobleAges 18–56
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,462 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,649 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.