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
- NCT06741865Recruiting
Helping older adults keep their minds sharp (INSPIRE-Faith)
This trial tests whether certain lifestyle and thinking exercises help preserve memory and brain function in older adults, especially in the African American community. You may join if you are 55 or older and your memory is normal or mildly impaired.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55–85 - NCT06742580Recruiting
Sudden facial paralysis and homocysteine study
This study looks at a possible link between a substance in the blood called homocysteine and sudden facial paralysis (Bell's palsy). If you've recently been diagnosed with this condition, you may be able to join.
AfyonkarahisarAges 18–80 - NCT06742671Recruiting
Fast-track pathway for giant cell arteritis diagnosis
This trial tests a fast-track process to quickly diagnose giant cell arteritis (GCA), a condition that causes blood vessel inflammation. It may help patients get the right care faster.
La RochelleAges 50 years+ - NCT06742697Recruiting
Exercise program to improve walking in Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
This study tests a combined exercise program with flexibility, strength, aerobic, and movement training to see if it helps improve walking in adults with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia. Participants attend at least 10 supervised sessions over several weeks.
Bosisio Parini, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT06743295Recruiting
AI noise reduction in Phonak hearing aids
This study tests a new AI feature in Phonak hearing aids to reduce background noise. It may help people with hearing loss, whether or not they already use hearing aids, and even those with one cochlear implant.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–110 - NCT06744244Recruiting
Smell test for newborns with birth asphyxia
This study tests whether a simple smell test can help doctors better understand the risk of brain injury in newborns who had oxygen loss at birth. It may help identify babies who need extra monitoring without requiring cooling treatment.
ParmaAges 6 hours–3 days - NCT06744764Recruiting
Pulsed electromagnetic fields to prevent muscle loss in hospital
This trial tests whether pulsed electromagnetic fields can help prevent muscle loss and weakness in patients with blood cancer who are in the hospital for a long time. It is for patients starting chemotherapy for acute leukemia or getting a stem cell transplant.
Kent RidgeAges 25–99 - NCT06745349Recruiting
Online sleep course for adults in Saskatchewan
This study tests an online sleep course for adults who have trouble falling or staying asleep. It aims to help improve sleep without requiring in-person visits.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 18 years+ - NCT06745388RecruitingPhase 4
Magnesium for cramping during hysteroscopy or D&C
This study tests whether magnesium can reduce cramping during a hysteroscopy or D&C. If you are having one of these procedures and are not on certain medications, you may qualify.
Royal Oak, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06745583RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an oral drug for brain inflammation in Alzheimer's
This study tests an experimental oral medication (EI-1071) to see if it can reduce brain inflammation in people with Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to learn if it is safe and might help slow cognitive decline.
TaipeiAges 50–85 - NCT06745544Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent falls in older adults with diabetes
This trial tests whether a special exercise program (with music and multitasking) can help reduce falls and fractures and improve heart health in older adults with diabetes. If you are 65+ and have diabetes, you may be able to join and get free exercise classes.
Aalborg, NorhAges 65 years+ - NCT06745648Recruiting
Head massage in a head-down position for headache relief
This trial tests a simple, non-drug technique (carotid sinus massage while lying with your head lower than your body) to see if it can relieve headaches. If you have a migraine, tension headache, or mixed headache that started in the last day, you may be able to join.
Trenque Lauquen, Buenos AiresAges 16 years+ - NCT06745934Recruiting
Strengthening health and insight for new teachers
This study aims to help new teachers by checking in on their health and well-being. If you are a student in Block 3, you may be invited to take part.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06746532RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Breast milk nose drops for brain injury in newborns
This trial tests whether giving fresh breast milk as nose drops can help newborns with brain injury from lack of oxygen. It aims to see if this simple treatment can improve brain recovery.
BudapestAges Up to 2 days - NCT06746922Recruiting
Brain stimulation for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests a type of non-invasive brain stimulation called Intermittent Theta Burst Stimulation (iTBS) to see if it can help reduce pain and improve daily function in people with fibromyalgia. It may offer a new option for managing your pain without medication changes.
Izmir, KarabaglarAges 18–65 - NCT06747039Recruiting
Cannabis extract for fibromyalgia pain
This trial tests a cannabis extract called Avextra 10/10 for people with fibromyalgia who haven't gotten better with standard treatments. It aims to see if this option can help manage pain and other symptoms.
Milan, MilanoAges 18 years+ - NCT06747195Recruiting
Methylene blue for better recovery after hemorrhoid surgery
This trial tests if adding methylene blue to standard pain medicine helps you recover faster and with less pain after hemorrhoid surgery. It is for people having spinal anesthesia.
Heze, ShandongAges 18–65 - NCT06747260RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Breast milk through the nose for HIE
This trial tests whether giving fresh breast milk through the nose is safe and possible for newborns with HIE (a brain injury from oxygen loss at birth) who are already receiving cooling therapy. It may help protect the brain and reduce injury.
BudapestAges Up to 2 days - NCT06747351RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two immune globulin treatments for CIDP
This study tests if TAK-881 is as safe and effective as HYQVIA for adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP). You may join if you have been stable on immune globulin therapy and have certain disability levels.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06747689Recruiting
Sleep quality and self-care in heart failure
This study looks at how sleep quality affects the ability of people with heart failure to manage their own health. It aims to find if better sleep leads to better self-care.
IzmirAges 18 years+ - NCT06747741Recruiting
Stretching vs. physical therapy for restless leg syndrome in seniors
This study compares a special stretching technique (PNF) with standard physical therapy to see which better relieves restless leg syndrome symptoms in people aged 60 and older. It may help reduce the uncomfortable urge to move your legs at night.
IslamabadAges 60 years+ - NCT06748196Recruiting
Physical therapist awareness of sensory integration for cerebral palsy
This study wants to find out how much physical therapists know about a therapy called sensory integration for children with cerebral palsy. If you are a physical therapist working in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, your answers can help improve care for these children.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges Any age - NCT06748235Recruiting
Hand strength training for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a special, intensive hand and arm strength training program for children with cerebral palsy. It aims to see if this training improves how they use their upper limbs in daily activities.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06748248Recruiting
Suspension therapy for mobility and balance in Down syndrome
This trial tests if suspension therapy (a type of physical therapy using supportive straps or harnesses) can help children with Down syndrome improve their ability to move and keep their balance. It may be a helpful option for children who can already stand and walk but want to get stronger and more stable.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 3–6
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.