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
- NCT06930846Recruiting
Brain cancer cognitive training study
This study tests a home-based program called HOBSCOTCH-CA to help with memory and thinking problems after brain cancer treatment. The program uses phone and internet sessions to teach self-management skills.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06930638RecruitingPhase 2
MitoQ and leg conditioning for stroke recovery
This study tests whether a supplement called MitoQ and a special leg-pumping technique can improve blood vessel health in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. It may help your body recover better after a stroke.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–85 - NCT06930716Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation with physical therapy for consciousness disorders
This trial tests whether a mild electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve (a nerve in the neck) can help people with long-term disorders of consciousness move better during physical therapy. It may be an option if you are still in a coma, vegetative, or minimally conscious state and have been stable for more than 6 weeks.
New York, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT06931028RecruitingPhase 3
Study of IBI362 for sleep apnea with obesity
This study tests an investigational medication (IBI362) to see if it can improve sleep apnea in people with obesity. You might qualify if you have moderate to severe sleep apnea and a BMI of 28 or higher, whether or not you currently use a CPAP machine.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06931457Recruiting
Radiofrequency with platelet injection for nerve pain in the throat
This study tests if combining pulsed radiofrequency (a treatment that uses heat to calm nerve pain) with a platelet injection (using your own blood to help healing) is safe and works better for treating throat nerve pain (glossopharyngeal neuralgia) than radiofrequency alone.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06931535Recruiting
Arm cuff treatment for recent moderate back-of-brain stroke
This trial tests whether a simple, non-drug treatment (using a blood pressure cuff to briefly restrict blood flow to your arm) can help people with a recent moderate stroke in the back part of the brain. It aims to improve recovery by preparing the body to better handle the stroke damage.
ShenyangAges 18 years+ - NCT06931665Recruiting
Animal therapy for patients in a minimally conscious state
This study tests whether interacting with therapy animals (like dogs) can improve brain activity and well-being in people who have a severe brain injury and are in a minimally conscious state. It aims to see if this gentle, supportive therapy may help with recovery.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06932692Recruiting
Brain network analysis using 7-Tesla MRI in DBS patients
This study uses advanced brain imaging (7-Tesla MRI and MEG) to understand how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain networks in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. It helps doctors learn how DBS works so they can improve treatment in the future.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT06932809RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain Uptake Study of a New Imaging Tracer
This study uses a special PET scan to see how a new tracer (18F-JSS20-183A) moves through the body and brain. It may help researchers learn more about brain diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40–85 - NCT06933212Recruiting
Mediterranean diet for CADASIL and CAA
This trial is testing whether a Mediterranean diet (rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats) can help people with CADASIL or cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) — two conditions that affect blood vessels in the brain. If you have one of these diagnoses, the study may help you understand how diet can support your brain health.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06933199Recruiting
Focused radiation before brain tumor surgery
This study tests giving a single, precise dose of radiation to a brain metastasis just before surgery, to see if it helps control the tumor better without extra side effects. It’s for people who are already planning surgery for a medium-to-large brain tumor that started from another cancer.
Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06933667Recruiting
Brain health and wellness study for adults 50+
This study looks at brain health and wellness programs for people aged 50 and older. It may help you stay mentally sharp and active.
Toronto, OntarioAges 50 years+ - NCT06934356Recruiting
Awareness and brain arousal study
This study looks at how your brain becomes aware of things—like sounds and images—by measuring pupil size and brain activity. Healthy people may have an MRI; epilepsy patients with special brain electrodes already implanted can also join a part of the study.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 13 years+ - NCT06934577Recruiting
Glaucoma screening and eye health study via telemedicine
This study tests if telemedicine can help find glaucoma and other eye problems early. It may help people who speak one of several languages and want to check their eye health from home.
Flint, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06935708RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing morphine to epidural pain relief for colon surgery
This study compares two pain relief methods—morphine given through a spinal needle versus pain medicine delivered through a tiny tube in the back—after colorectal cancer surgery. It aims to see which approach works better for controlling pain.
SplitAges 18–80 - NCT06935799Recruiting
Freezing for 1 vs 2 minutes after Nuss surgery
This study compares how well one minute of freezing (cryoanalgesia) works versus two minutes to control pain after Nuss surgery for pectus excavatum. It will help find the best way to freeze nerves to reduce pain after surgery.
Warsaw, Wybierz WojewództwoAges 12–18 - NCT06936124Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation of a specific brain area can help people with Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if this treatment can improve symptoms and quality of life.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06936163Recruiting
Surgery for foot deformities in hereditary spastic paraplegia
This study looks at how well surgery works for foot problems like tight heel cords or clubfoot in people with hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), a condition that causes leg stiffness. It aims to see if surgery can improve walking, reduce pain, and prevent falls.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 10–45 - NCT06936176Recruiting
Studying a new balloon procedure for calcified carotid artery disease
This trial tests a special balloon (IVL) to treat hardened plaque in the neck arteries that supply blood to the brain. It is for people who need a stent but whose previous balloon treatment did not work well.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06936189Recruiting
Extended follow-up study of IVL for carotid artery disease
This trial is collecting long-term safety and effectiveness data from patients who already completed a study of a device called IVL (shockwave therapy) for calcium buildup in the carotid artery. It does not require any new treatments or tests.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06936319Recruiting
Body movements for POTS symptom control
This study tests simple body movements (like squeezing your legs or squatting) to see if they help control POTS symptoms. It may offer a non-drug way to manage dizziness and fast heart rate when standing.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18–80 - NCT06936501Recruiting
Cooling sensation drink test for safe swallowing after stroke
This trial tests a cooling sensation drink to help stroke patients with swallowing problems safely take a high-calorie, high-protein supplement. It looks at whether the cooling sensation makes swallowing easier and safer.
Málaga, MálagaAges 18–99 - NCT06936449Recruiting
Long-term follow-up of a cochlear implant that releases medicine
This study is checking how well a cochlear implant that slowly releases a medicine (dexamethasone) to reduce swelling works over a long time. It is for people who already took part in the main study for this implant.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06937034Recruiting
Study of foslevodopa/foscarbidopa for advanced Parkinson's
This study observes how well a new type of levodopa/carbidopa treatment works in real-world practice for people with advanced Parkinson's disease who are already using it. It aims to understand patient experiences and the support program offered by the drug maker.
Graz, StyriaAges 18 years+
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.