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
- NCT06969417Recruiting
Comparing two medications for shingles nerve pain
This trial compares two medications (pregabalin and lacosamide) to find out which works better for relieving nerve pain that continues after shingles. If you have this persistent pain and are not already on painkillers, you may be able to join.
Kharan, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–50 - NCT06970522Recruiting
Wearable sensors to detect muscle problems in babies
This trial uses small wearable sensors to measure muscle activity in babies with low or typical muscle tone. The goal is to better spot early signs of movement problems so therapy can start sooner.
Chicago, IllinoisAges birth–2 months - NCT06971094RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy for type 2 spinal muscular atrophy
This trial tests a new gene therapy called GC101 given as a one-time injection into the spinal fluid for people with type 2 spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). It may help improve motor function.
BeijingAges 2–12 - NCT06971575Recruiting
Cervical nerve pain imaging study using MRN
This study tests a new MRI technique (MRN) to better see nerve damage in people with a pinched nerve in the neck causing arm weakness. It may help your doctor understand your condition and guide treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 18–60 - NCT06971796Recruiting
EURO-STIM Registry for Inspire implant users
This study gathers information from people who have or will receive an Inspire implant for sleep apnea. By joining, you help doctors learn how well the therapy works over time.
KlagenfurtAges 18 years+ - NCT06971822Recruiting
Whey protein for muscle building in older adults
This study tests whether a special whey protein drink helps build muscle in older adults, both at rest and after exercise. It compares a leucine-enriched protein to regular protein to see which works better.
Derby, DerbyshireAges 65 years+ - NCT06971874Recruiting
Sleep apnea and kidney disease: A study on outcomes
This trial looks at how obstructive sleep apnea affects people with chronic kidney disease (stages 3-4). It aims to help understand the connection between these conditions and guide better care.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06972303RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mindfulness meditation for insomnia
This trial tests if a mindfulness meditation program, delivered through a mobile app, can help people with chronic insomnia fall asleep faster. You will use your own smartphone or tablet to follow the program and report your sleep.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06972355Recruiting
Treadmill walking with hidden vision for stroke rehab
This trial tests if walking on a treadmill with a screen that hides vision can help people recovering from a stroke improve their balance and mobility. It is for people who had a stroke less than 6 months ago and can already walk a little with support.
MetzAges 18 years+ - NCT06973590Recruiting
Blood flow restriction and nerve stimulation for stroke recovery
This trial tests whether combining blood flow restriction with mild electrical nerve stimulation can improve ankle and leg movement after a stroke. It may help you if you had a single stroke more than 6 months ago and can walk a short distance on your own.
Hong KongAges 50–80 - NCT06973837Recruiting
Brain study on chronic back pain and insomnia
This study looks at how the brain works in people with chronic low back pain and/or chronic insomnia. It compares these groups to healthy volunteers using MRI and pain tests.
LeuvenAges 18–60 - NCT06973824Recruiting
20 years of pituitary tumor care
This study looks back at people who had surgery for pituitary tumors over the last 20 years. It aims to understand long-term outcomes and help improve future care.
Rome, ITAges 18 years+ - NCT06974279Recruiting
TMS for language recovery after stroke
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS to help improve language after a stroke. It is for people who had a left-sided stroke and are at least one month past their stroke.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06974305Recruiting
Brain imaging study for epilepsy
This study uses PET, MRI, and EEG scans to learn more about epilepsy. It may help researchers understand how the brain works in people with epilepsy and in healthy volunteers.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06974370RecruitingPhase 2
Avoiding brain radiation when chemo or other drugs work
This trial tests whether some people with brain metastases from solid tumors can safely skip radiation if their cancer drugs (like targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or certain chemotherapies) shrink the brain tumors. You will get MRI scans to see if the drugs are working.
Burlington, VermontAges 18 years+ - NCT06974851RecruitingPhase 3
Study of HRS9531 for sleep apnea and obesity
This trial tests an injectable medication (HRS9531) to see if it helps people with both obstructive sleep apnea and obesity. It compares the drug to a placebo (no active medicine) to check safety and effectiveness.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06974890Recruiting
Balance training for children with mild cognitive impairment
This study tests if special balance exercises can help improve walking, balance, and posture control in children with mild cognitive impairment. It may help your child move more confidently and safely.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06975384Recruiting
Sleep and lung cancer treatment outcome study
This study looks at how sleep disturbances affect how well lung cancer treatments work. It may help doctors understand if improving sleep can lead to better treatment results.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT06975696Recruiting
Fusion imaging for stroke clot removal
This trial tests a new imaging technique to help doctors see blood clots more clearly during a procedure to remove them from the brain. It may help patients having a stroke who are already eligible for clot removal.
HelsinkiAges 18 years+ - NCT06975800Recruiting
How social feedback affects brain waves
This study looks at how getting feedback from others affects brain activity. Researchers will measure your brain waves while you do simple tasks, which may help us understand how social signals work in the brain.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18–65 - NCT06976203RecruitingPhase 3
Testing karxt for thinking problems in alzheimer's
This trial tests if a combination medicine, KarXT plus KarX-EC, can help with thinking and memory problems in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective.
Fullerton, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT06976229RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for recent spinal cord injury
This phase 1 trial tests a new treatment made from stem cells (XS228) for people who had a spinal cord injury 14 to 60 days ago. Doctors want to see if it's safe and if it might help with recovery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT06977204Recruiting
Exercise and brain health in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at whether physical activity can reduce inflammation in the brain for people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to understand how exercise might help slow the progression of the disease.
Pavia, PaviaAges 40–80 - NCT06977269Recruiting
Brain stimulation safety study for spinal muscular atrophy
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is safe and tolerable for people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). It may help improve muscle function by activating low motor neurons.
Kharkiv, Kharkiv OblastAges 12 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.