Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,465 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,805
- Phase 2785
- Phase 1574
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4343
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3120
Top conditions
- Stroke856
- Parkinson Disease424
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia228
- Ischemic Stroke199
- Epilepsy195
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea154
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Traumatic Brain Injury153
- Insomnia152
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy130
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine113
- Pain Management112
- 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
- University of Minnesota63
Where studies are running
- California673
- Massachusetts304
- New York293
- Florida278
- Texas268
- Maryland244
- Alabama213
- Arizona213
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,463 total
- NCT06897176RecruitingPhase 4
Cerebrolysin for speech recovery after stroke
This study tests whether a medicine called Cerebrolysin can help improve speech in people who have trouble speaking after a stroke. It is for Korean speakers who had their first stroke within the last month.
SeoulAges 19–90 - NCT06897501Recruiting
Comparing breathing tubes for voice box protection during esophagectomy
This trial compares two types of breathing tubes used during robot-assisted esophageal cancer surgery. One tube blocks one lung (double-lumen tube) and the other tube uses a smaller blocker (bronchial blocker); researchers want to see which causes fewer voice box nerve injuries after surgery.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06897553Recruiting
ACT for Better Mental Health with Neurologic Illness
This study tests a type of talk therapy (ACT) to help people with neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, or epilepsy feel better emotionally. It's for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress and are ready to work on their mental health.
BielefeldAges 18 years+ - NCT06897631Recruiting
Tai chi with a robot for arm recovery after stroke
This study combines a robotic arm device with tai chi exercises to help people who have had a stroke regain movement and strength in their affected arm. The goal is to make rehabilitation more engaging and effective.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 40–80 - NCT06898476Recruiting
Silkworm pupa powder for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests if a powder made from silkworm pupae can help improve memory and thinking in people with Alzheimer's disease. It is for people with mild to severe Alzheimer's who have clear signs of the disease in their blood or brain scans.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–90 - NCT06898671Recruiting
Language Skills in Adults With and Without DLD
This study looks at how language skills change over time in adults ages 30–35, by comparing people with Developmental Language Disorder (a lifelong difficulty with language) to those with typical language skills. Participants must have been in an earlier University of Iowa study to join.
Iowa City, IowaAges 30–35 - NCT06899022Recruiting
Attention and eye movement in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at how attention and eye movements work in people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. It tests abilities during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery and when DBS settings are changed.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19–90 - NCT06899035Recruiting
Water therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether water therapy (hydrotherapy) can help improve movement in children with cerebral palsy. It is designed for children who can cooperate with physical therapy and have no major health issues that would make water exercise unsafe.
Istanbul, GaziosmanpasaAges 4–18 - NCT06899048Recruiting
Does a risk score predict muscle recovery after surgery?
This study looks at whether a simple risk score can predict how long it takes for muscles to fully recover after surgery. It may help doctors decide when it is safe to wake you up fully.
AsyutAges 18–65 - NCT06899399Recruiting
Stent study for asymptomatic carotid artery blockage
This trial tests a stent procedure to open a severely blocked carotid artery in people who have not had a stroke or mini-stroke from that blockage recently. It aims to see if the procedure is safe and effective for preventing future strokes.
BeijingAges 40–80 - NCT06899516Recruiting
Brain tumors and pets: A study of needs and concerns
This study explores the relationship between people with brain tumors and their pets. It uses a questionnaire to better understand what concerns and needs you may have as a pet owner during your illness.
Saint-EtienneAges 18 years+ - NCT06899685Recruiting
Kinesio taping vs. tool-assisted massage for neck pain relief
This study compares two non-invasive treatments for neck pain caused by muscle knots in the upper trapezius (the muscle between your neck and shoulder). The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, improves neck movement, and helps with daily function.
Banī SuwayfAges 19–23 - NCT06899711Recruiting
A helmet after skull surgery to prevent sunken flap
This study tests whether wearing a custom-made external helmet after a large skull removal surgery can prevent the skin from sinking in. If you've had this surgery in the last two weeks and are being treated at a Johns Hopkins hospital, you may be eligible.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06899841RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Dexmedetomidine in a nerve block for kidney stone surgery
This study tests whether adding a medicine called dexmedetomidine to a nerve block (an injection near the spine) can improve pain relief after kidney stone surgery. It is for people who are generally healthy and scheduled for a kidney stone procedure.
Asyut, Assiut GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT06900049RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing LE051 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (exon 51)
This study tests a new medicine called LE051 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who have a specific genetic change that allows 'exon 51 skipping.' The goal is to see if it is safe and can help improve muscle function. Boys who join will be closely monitored for heart and lung health.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4–8 - NCT06901245RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide for young adults with obesity
This study tests the diabetes/weight-loss drug tirzepatide (Mounjaro) in young adults aged 18–26 who have obesity and either Prader-Willi syndrome, hypothalamic obesity, or general obesity. It looks at whether a weekly injection can help with weight management.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 18–26 - NCT06901466RecruitingPhase 4
Blood thinner study after heart valve repair
This study tests different ways to use blood thinners after a minimally invasive heart valve repair procedure. It may help patients who need long-term blood thinning to prevent clots or stroke.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06901687RecruitingPhase 2
Home brain stimulation for depression in MS
This study tests whether a special, gentle brain stimulation device you can use at home (called tDCS) can help improve depression symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis. You will be supervised over video during the sessions to make sure everything goes smoothly.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06901817RecruitingPhase 2
Study of pemetrexed plus nivolumab for lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, pemetrexed and nivolumab, given directly into the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. It is for people with a specific type of lung cancer (non-squamous non-small cell) that has spread to the lining of the brain and has not responded to other treatments.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06901869Recruiting
Physical activity study for Parkinson's disease
This study explores how physical activity affects people with Parkinson's disease. It's open to anyone with mild to severe Parkinson's who wants to be more active.
Stockholm, SolnaAges Any age - NCT06902168Recruiting
Diving and pool exercises for muscle tightness in kids with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether diving and swimming-type exercises can help reduce muscle stiffness and improve movement in young children with spastic cerebral palsy. It is for children ages 2 to 5 who have significant mobility challenges (GMFCS levels IV or V).
Banhā, BenhaAges 2–5 - NCT06902181Recruiting
Inhaling an essential oil for mild memory loss
This trial tests whether inhaling a special essential oil (CXMCI-01) can help people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) — a condition where you have more memory problems than normal for your age. The study aims to see if the oil is safe and might improve memory and thinking.
TaichungAges 50 years+ - NCT06902415Recruiting
Using a computer analysis platform for brain blood vessel disease
This study uses a special computer platform to analyze DSA scan images from people with brain blood vessel diseases. It aims to better understand their condition and guide treatment decisions.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 1–80 - NCT06902740RecruitingPhase 4
PCSK9 inhibitor with statin for asymptomatic brain artery narrowing
This trial tests whether adding a PCSK9 inhibitor to standard statin therapy can help people with narrowing in brain arteries that hasn't caused symptoms yet. The goal is to see if this combination lowers plaque and prevents future strokes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,465 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,759 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.