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
- NCT06983769Recruiting
CPAP vs Mouthpiece for Sleep Apnea in Patients with Memory Issues
This study compares two treatments for sleep apnea (CPAP and a custom mouthpiece) to see which is better for patients who also have mild memory or thinking problems. Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. You may qualify if you have moderate-to-severe sleep apnea and mild cognitive impairment.
Kent Ridge, Please SelectAges 45 years+ - NCT06983821RecruitingPhase 3
Low-dose steroids for kidney disease from vasculitis
This trial tests lower steroid doses for people with certain types of vasculitis that have newly affected their kidneys. The goal is to find out if a lower dose works just as well with fewer side effects.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06984445Recruiting
Cord Blood Protein in Anemia Transfusion Study
This study measures a protein (S100B) in cord blood from babies who had or did not need a blood transfusion in the womb for hemolytic disease. It looks for possible markers of brain health.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT06984822Recruiting
Comparing eye injections for diabetic macular edema
This study compares two different eye injection treatments for diabetic macular edema (DME)—a condition where fluid builds up in the center of the retina, blurring vision. Researchers want to see how certain measures in the blood and in eye scans relate to how well each treatment works.
MölndalAges 18 years+ - NCT06984965Recruiting
Using EEG to Distinguish Types of Stroke
This study uses an EEG (a cap that records brain waves) to help tell the difference between two types of stroke: ischemic (caused by a clot) and hemorrhagic (caused by bleeding). It may help doctors choose the right treatment faster for patients who have a stroke.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 18–80 - NCT06986096Recruiting
Brain health through diet and exercise
This study tests whether a healthy lifestyle program—combining nutrition advice and exercise training—can help protect brain health in people with early memory problems. It may be a good fit if you have mild cognitive concerns and are ready to make positive changes.
Bratislava, Bratislava RegionAges 60–80 - NCT06986122Recruiting
Testing virtual reality to help with pain
This study tests whether virtual reality can help change how you feel pain. You'll be asked to complete tasks and rate your experience.
Hanover, New HampshireAges 18–55 - NCT06986278Recruiting
Treadmill training plus brain stimulation for multiple sclerosis
This trial combines treadmill training with a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) to see if it can help people with Multiple Sclerosis walk better. The study is for people with stable MS and mild to moderate disability.
Toledo, ToledoAges 18 years+ - NCT06986421Recruiting
How stroke patients and staff feel about high-tech rehab tools
This study listens to both stroke patients and the rehab staff who care for them. It asks about their thoughts and feelings about high-tech rehab tools like robots and virtual reality, whether they've used them or not.
HyèresAges 18 years+ - NCT06987305RecruitingPhase 3
Clot-busting medication before clot removal for late-arriving stroke
This trial tests whether adding a clot-busting medication (rhTNK-tPA) before a clot-removal procedure (thrombectomy) can improve outcomes for people who have a moderate-to-severe stroke and arrive at the hospital 4.5 to 24 hours after symptoms start. It's for those with a large artery blockage but still enough brain tissue that can be saved.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06987682Recruiting
Posture training after stroke with light electric stimulation
This trial tests if a device that uses small electric pulses on the legs can help people who had a stroke more than a year ago improve their balance and walking. It is a pilot study to see if the method works well enough for a larger future study.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06988215Recruiting
Taping and swallowing exercises for stroke patients with swallowing difficulty
This trial tests whether kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the skin) combined with swallowing exercises can help people who have had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. It may improve muscle thickness and swallowing function.
Istanbul, bahçelievlerAges 50–80 - NCT06988787Recruiting
A program to help female veterans build resilience and reduce risk
This study tests a program designed to help female veterans who have experienced intimate partner violence or military sexual trauma and have some symptoms of PTSD. The program aims to improve emotional regulation and overall well-being.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06989086Recruiting
FearLess support for brain tumor patients and caregivers
This study tests a program to help people with brain tumors and their caregivers manage fear of recurrence. You would attend virtual sessions to learn coping skills.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06990087RecruitingPhase 2
T-cell therapy for progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)
This trial tests a T-cell therapy for people with PML, a rare brain infection. It aims to boost your immune system to fight the virus causing PML. You may be eligible if you have PML not caused by HIV, natalizumab, or certain recent treatments.
München, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06989905RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing a brain stimulation method for spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a brain stimulation technique can improve arm and hand function in people with spinal cord injury at or above C6. It may help strengthen signals from the brain to the wrist muscles.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06990867RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Improving blood flow recovery after stroke
This trial tests a new approach to restore blood flow in the brain after a stroke. It aims to improve recovery and brain function in people with a blocked large artery.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT06991114RecruitingPhase 2
AlloNK and rituximab for relapsing rheumatologic diseases
This trial tests a new natural killer (NK) cell therapy called AlloNK given with rituximab for people with certain autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's disease, inflammatory myopathies, or systemic sclerosis) that have not responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can better control the disease.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06991725Recruiting
Botulinum toxin for children with CP: benefits vs harm
This study looks at how botulinum toxin injections affect the muscles of children with spastic cerebral palsy, comparing them to typically developing children to understand the balance between treatment benefits and potential muscle damage.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 2–16 - NCT06991855Recruiting
Nutritional supplements for muscle health in older adults
This trial tests if taking leucine and omega-3 fatty acids can improve muscle mass and strength in older adults with low muscle health. It looks at people who have lost muscle and strength or walk slowly.
Linkou DistrictAges 50–99 - NCT06992115Recruiting
MIND diet study for people with multiple sclerosis
This trial tests whether the MIND diet, which is a healthy eating plan, can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) manage their condition. It is designed for people with MS who currently don't follow the MIND diet very closely.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06992596Recruiting
Brain implant study for controlling devices with thoughts
This trial tests a brain implant that lets you control external devices using your thoughts. It's for people with limited arm function due to spinal cord injury, stroke, ALS, or similar conditions.
Abu DhabiAges 18 years+ - NCT06992622Recruiting
Youth spine and vision health study
This study is following a group of young people with scoliosis to better understand how their spine and vision change over time. It may help you learn more about your condition and contribute to future care.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 6–17 - NCT06992700Recruiting
Home rehab for arm and hand after stroke
This trial tests a home-based exercise program to help people with chronic stroke improve arm and hand function. You would do exercises with a webcam, supervised remotely by a therapist.
Ferrara, Emilia-RomagnaAges 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.