Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,407 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,742
- Phase 2782
- Phase 1577
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2307
- Phase 2/Phase 3123
Top conditions
- Stroke843
- Parkinson Disease429
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Multiple Sclerosis342
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Insomnia152
- Sarcopenia150
- Traumatic Brain Injury150
- Acute Ischemic Stroke138
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine114
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing93
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota64
Where studies are running
- California680
- Massachusetts299
- New York292
- Florida274
- Texas267
- Maryland246
- Arizona213
- Alabama209
- Illinois189
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,405 total
- NCT04435834RecruitingPhase 4
MRI with anesthesia to study brain oxygen changes
This trial studies how a baby’s brain uses oxygen during an MRI, using specific anesthesia medicines. It may help researchers better understand how anesthesia affects brain oxygen measurements in very young children.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 1 year - NCT07753122Recruiting
Hydrogen water for chronic fatigue syndrome
This trial tests whether drinking hydrogen water can help with symptoms of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). If you have ME/CFS, this study might show if hydrogen water is a helpful treatment.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT03429036Recruiting
Collecting head and neck tissue samples for research
This study collects tissue and fluid samples from people with head and neck disorders to help researchers learn more about these conditions. By donating leftover samples from your regular medical care, you can help advance research without extra procedures.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–120 - NCT07239310Recruiting
Device to improve memory and thinking in early Alzheimer's
This study tests a device called Neuclare that aims to temporarily boost memory and thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment or very early Alzheimer's disease. It could offer a non-drug way to help with daily mental tasks.
Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-doAges 55–90 - NCT07636135Recruiting
Early rehabilitation timing after neck spine surgery
This study tests whether starting physical therapy sooner after neck spine surgery for degenerative myelopathy (a condition where the spinal cord is compressed) helps patients recover strength, balance, and walking ability faster. You'll do 8 weeks of in-person rehabilitation in Edmonton, Alberta.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT07752797Recruiting
Ultrasound and nerve tests for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study looks at how ultrasound, nerve tests, and hand function relate to carpal tunnel syndrome. It aims to improve understanding of the condition and may help guide future treatment decisions.
Küçükçekmece, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07753681Recruiting
Chronic disease care in Zambia
This study helps improve care for people with long-term illnesses like diabetes or high blood pressure in Zambia. It aims to make sure you get regular check-ups and support.
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceAges Any age - NCT07752355Recruiting
Parkinson's subtypes and causes in young onset disease
This study looks at different types of Parkinson's disease, especially in people diagnosed before age 50. It involves a small skin biopsy to help understand what causes the disease.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07316270Recruiting
Catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation after brain bleeding
This trial studies a procedure called catheter ablation to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in people who have had a brain hemorrhage. The procedure aims to reduce stroke risk and improve heart rhythm without increasing bleeding risk.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07168772Recruiting
Probiotic supplement for multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether adding a probiotic supplement to your usual MS treatment (or to no treatment) can help manage relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. It aims to see if the probiotic is safe and beneficial as an add-on therapy.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18–60 - NCT01780168Recruiting
Study of metabolism, infection, and immunity in mitochondrial disease
This study looks at how metabolism, infections, and the immune system work together in people with mitochondrial disease. It aims to learn more about the condition and may help guide future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4 weeks–115 years - NCT07752433Recruiting
Brain stimulation with augmented reality for lazy eye in adults
This trial tests a new treatment for adults with lazy eye (amblyopia) that combines brain stimulation with a special vision game using augmented reality. The goal is to improve vision in the weaker eye.
Porto, Porto DistrictAges 18–40 - NCT07752732Recruiting
Heart scans for amyloidosis in people with severe aortic valve stenosis
This study looks at how often cardiac amyloidosis occurs in people with severe aortic valve stenosis. It uses different heart scans to find out more. If you have both conditions, this research may help doctors understand your situation better.
TübingenAges 18 years+ - NCT07659964Recruiting
Rhythmic music and walking study for Alzheimer's
This study tests whether listening to a steady beat (rhythmic music) while walking can improve movement and brain function in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Healthy volunteers are also needed for comparison.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–90 - NCT03415620Recruiting
Music listening during surgery to reduce anxiety and pain
This study tests whether listening to music around the time of surgery can lower anxiety and pain, reduce how much pain medicine you need, and improve satisfaction. You may be asked to fill out brief questionnaires before and after your procedure.
SingaporeAges 21–70 - NCT02780297Recruiting
Study of rare stone-causing kidney conditions
This study is for people with certain rare kidney conditions that can cause kidney stones. It aims to learn how these conditions behave over time and may help improve future care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Any age - NCT06864273Recruiting
Pharmacy training to help with hearing aids in rural areas
This study trains pharmacy technicians in rural Alabama and Mississippi to help adults with mild to moderate hearing loss use over-the-counter hearing aids. It aims to improve access to hearing care in communities where it is limited.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07502443RecruitingPhase 3
Study of ALKS 2680 for narcolepsy type 2
This study tests an investigational drug called ALKS 2680 for people with narcolepsy type 2, a condition that causes excessive daytime sleepiness without sudden muscle weakness. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps reduce daytime sleepiness.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT05554835Recruiting
Mitochondrial disease registry and history study
This study collects information about people who have a suspected or confirmed mitochondrial disease. It aims to better understand how the disease looks over time, which can help future treatments.
InnsbruckAges Any age - NCT07609108RecruitingPhase 3
Pridopidine to slow Huntington's disease progression
This study tests whether a medication called pridopidine can help slow the progression of Huntington's disease symptoms in adults. Huntington's is a genetic disorder affecting movement, mood, and thinking, and this trial aims to see if pridopidine improves daily functioning and quality of life.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 23–65 - NCT07652762RecruitingPhase 1
IN10018 and dalpiciclib for progressive meningioma
This trial tests a combination of two oral drugs, IN10018 and dalpiciclib, for people with progressive meningioma (a type of brain tumor) that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink or slow the tumor.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07156201RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of oral ABS-1230 in healthy adults
This trial tests a new oral medication called ABS-1230 in healthy people to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. You would take either the drug or a placebo (no active ingredient) and be monitored closely.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18–55 - NCT04040452RecruitingPhase 4
Continuous versus intermittent ketorolac for kids’ heart surgery pain
This study compares two ways of giving ketorolac (a pain medicine) to young children after heart surgery—continuous drip versus doses at set times. It aims to find which approach controls pain better with fewer side effects.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 3 months–4.9 years - NCT06767683RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Long-term study of ALKS 2680 for narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia
This study is for people with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia who have already taken part in an earlier ALKS 2680 study. It aims to see how well the medication works and how safe it is when taken for a longer time.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–70
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,407 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,276 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.