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
- NCT06977321Recruiting
Taping vs mud therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests whether taping therapy (kinesiotaping) or a mud pack treatment (peloidotherapy) can help reduce pain and improve function for people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. It may be an option if you want non-surgical, drug-free relief.
KonyaAges 1.5 years–5.4 years - NCT06978166Recruiting
Digital therapy for chronic pain and mood
This study tests a smartphone app that gives you personalized tips and exercises to help manage chronic pain along with depression or anxiety. It is designed for adults ages 45 and older and aims to see if these digital check-ins can improve how you feel day to day.
St Louis, MissouriAges 45 years+ - NCT06977672Recruiting
Yoga for writing skills in children with Down syndrome
This study tests whether a simple yoga pose (Downward Dog) can help children with Down syndrome improve the fine motor skills they need for writing. It is designed for children ages 4 to 8 who can stand and walk on their own.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 4–8 - NCT06978205Recruiting
Balloon dilation for urine retention after spinal cord injury
This trial tests if a balloon dilation procedure in the urethra can help people with spinal cord injury empty their bladder naturally. It looks at whether the treatment reduces the need for catheters.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT06978413Recruiting
Telerehab through digital tech for stroke recovery
This trial tests whether telerehabilitation using digital tools can help stroke survivors recover better. It aims to see if remote therapy is effective during the months after a stroke.
AcerenzaAges 18 years+ - NCT06978647RecruitingPhase 1
YTS109 cell therapy for stubborn autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus that have not improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control disease activity.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06978842Recruiting
Seizure prediction study with a wearable EEG headband
This study tests a wearable device that records brain activity to predict seizures. It might help you manage your epilepsy if you have seizures at least once a day but no more than two in the last three months.
HaifaAges 12 years+ - NCT06978920RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease
This early-stage trial tests a new stem cell treatment called NCR201 for people with Parkinson's. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and might help improve symptoms.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 40–75 - NCT06978985Recruiting
Adult SMA research and clinical hub study
This study creates a registry and clinical hub for adults with 5q spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). It aims to track health outcomes and improve care for people living with SMA.
BirminghamAges 16 years+ - NCT06979258Recruiting
Heat relief study for low-income homes in Bangladesh
This study tests ways to cool homes with corrugated iron roofs and walls in urban Bangladesh. It aims to help residents who don't have air conditioning or certain health conditions.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges Any age - NCT06979466Recruiting
Electrical device for chronic stroke recovery
This trial tests a device that uses electrical stimulation to help people who had a stroke several months to years ago improve arm and hand movement. You would use the device while sitting and do physical exercises with help from a caregiver.
White Plains, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT06979700Recruiting
Early wake-up predictors after cardiac arrest
This study looks at patients who had a cardiac arrest outside the hospital and are still unconscious after their heartbeat returns. The goal is to find early signs that predict when someone will wake up.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT06980597RecruitingPhase 1
Testing OL-108 for active autoimmune diseases
This trial tests an investigational drug called OL-108 for people with certain autoimmune diseases (lupus, myositis, scleroderma, or vasculitis) that have come back or not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and if it can help control the disease.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT06980948RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy study for nerve pain from small fiber neuropathy
This trial tests a new gene therapy called ST-503 for people with long-lasting nerve pain from small fiber neuropathy that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The study will check if the treatment is safe and tolerable.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06981013Recruiting
Weighted Torso Study for Balance in MS
This study tests if adding weight to your torso affects how your muscles work during balance tests. It may help researchers understand how to improve balance for people with MS.
Saint Augustine, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06981195RecruitingPhase 2
Testing lemborexant for insomnia in people on buprenorphine
This study tests if the sleep medication lemborexant can help people with opioid use disorder who also have chronic insomnia. Participants must already be taking buprenorphine (Suboxone) for at least 4 weeks. The goal is to see if better sleep improves mood and reduces opioid use.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06981312Recruiting
Internet therapy for teens with chronic pain
This study tests two online treatments for teenagers with chronic pain: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and pain education. It aims to see if these programs help reduce pain and improve daily life, and parents join a separate support program.
VallentunaAges 13–19 - NCT06981585Recruiting
Physical effects in children with chronic kidney failure
This study looks at physical changes in children with chronic kidney failure compared to healthy children. If you join, you will have some physical measurements taken to help doctors understand how kidney disease affects the body.
IzmirAges 8–18 - NCT06982716Recruiting
Community hearing aid fitting study for adults
This trial tests if community health workers can use smartphones to fit hearing aids for adults with mild to severe hearing loss in low-income communities. It aims to make hearing care more accessible.
Pretoria, GautengAges 18 years+ - NCT06982820Recruiting
Brain training therapy for depression with loss of interest
This trial tests a new type of brain training (self-neuromodulation) to help people with major depression who also have a significant loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia). If you qualify, you may get a non-invasive treatment that uses real-time brain feedback to improve symptoms.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 22–75 - NCT06983080RecruitingPhase 2
Trazodone for better sleep in older adults
This study tests whether trazodone, a sleep medication, improves insomnia in people 65 and older. You might benefit if you struggle with falling or staying asleep and are not already taking other sleep aids.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT06983119Recruiting
Finding early signs of memory loss in Pavia
This study looks for early thinking and memory changes in people 50 and older who haven't been diagnosed with cognitive decline. You'll complete a quick assessment to see if further checkups might help.
Pavia, PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT06983275Recruiting
Can vibrations help you fall asleep faster?
This study tests if a vibration-based intervention can improve sleep for people with chronic insomnia who have trouble falling asleep. It aims to help without using medication or therapy.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06983652Recruiting
Validating a new scan for corneal scars and swelling
This study tests a new scanning technology (terahertz) to see if it can detect and measure corneal scars and swelling (edema). If you have one of these conditions, you may help validate a faster, non-invasive way to monitor your eye health.
SingaporeAges 21 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.