Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,473 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,815
- Phase 2785
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4343
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3119
Top conditions
- Stroke856
- Parkinson Disease424
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia228
- Ischemic Stroke199
- Epilepsy195
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Traumatic Brain Injury154
- Insomnia152
- Spinal Cord Injuries151
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy130
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine113
- Pain Management112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital135
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing95
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University71
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota63
Where studies are running
- California674
- Massachusetts306
- New York293
- Florida277
- Texas270
- Maryland245
- Arizona213
- Alabama212
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,471 total
- NCT07069660Recruiting
Stroke recovery support program for older adults
This trial tests a new transition program to help people aged 55 and older recover and reduce disability after a stroke. If you had a stroke, were independent before it, and are going home from a rehabilitation center, this program may provide extra support to improve your recovery.
Columbia, MissouriAges 55 years+ - NCT07070037Recruiting
Long-term vision after congenital cataract surgery
This study looks at how good a child's vision and eye prescription are 5 years after surgery for a cataract they were born with. The goal is to understand long-term results and help guide care for future patients.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT07070050RecruitingPhase 4
NSAIDs after laparoscopic surgery: continuous or bolus?
This study compares giving NSAID pain relievers continuously through an IV versus as single doses (bolus) after laparoscopic surgery to find which method provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
Moscow, Moscow OblastAges 18 years+ - NCT07070401Recruiting
VR for kidney stone pain in the ER
This trial tests whether using a virtual reality headset can help reduce pain in people coming to the emergency room with kidney stone pain. If you have had kidney stones before and are in significant pain, this might be a way to feel better without relying only on medication.
Toms River, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07070999RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy GB221 for infants with SMA type 1
This trial tests a new gene therapy called GB221 for infants with SMA type 1, a rare muscle-weakening disease. It aims to see if this treatment can improve muscle strength and development, and it is for babies who have not had prior gene therapy.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 2 weeks–1 year - NCT07071324Recruiting
CF Wellness Program for Fatigue
This wellness program tests if coaching sessions can help people with cystic fibrosis who feel tired. It is a remote program you can join using your phone or computer, as long as you get CF care at a participating center.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07071350RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Optimizing heart rate for persistent concussion symptoms in military veterans
This trial tests a treatment designed to improve heart rate variability, which may help reduce long-term concussion symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and trouble sleeping. It is for military veterans who have had a mild concussion more than a year ago and still have ongoing symptoms.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07071506Recruiting
New tools to track migraine prevention
This study tests new ways to monitor how well preventive migraine treatments are working. It is for people with chronic migraine who may be starting or already using preventive medications.
Aarhus C, DenmarkAges 18–65 - NCT07071480Recruiting
Noninvasive sound therapy for chronic tinnitus
This trial tests a noninvasive device to reduce the loudness and burden of chronic tinnitus. It may help people who have constant tinnitus and are not currently using other treatments.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07071649Recruiting
Blood test for Alzheimer's compared with spinal fluid test
This study is testing a simple blood test (p-Tau217) as a possible way to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. If it works, it might replace the need for a spinal tap. The results will be compared with the usual spinal fluid markers.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07071935RecruitingPhase 2
Early ventilation study for newly diagnosed ALS
This trial tests whether starting non-invasive ventilation (breathing support) early in ALS helps people breathe easier and live better. If you've been diagnosed with ALS in the last 6 months and haven't used a breathing machine before, you may qualify.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07072143Recruiting
Study on children with rare tumors
This study is looking at children and teens with very rare tumors to learn more about these conditions and improve future care. It aims to gather information from patients treated at participating centers.
Padova, ItalyAges birth–18 years - NCT07072468RecruitingPhase 2
Test of a gel for nerve pain after chemotherapy
This study tests a new gel (VMD-3866) applied to the skin to treat moderate nerve pain, numbness, or tingling caused by previous chemotherapy. It aims to see if the gel can safely reduce pain for people whose symptoms have been stable for at least 8 weeks.
London, UKAges 18–80 - NCT07072624RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing seizures after severe head injury
This trial tests whether giving medication right after a serious head injury can prevent early seizures. It may help people with certain types of brain injuries seen on CT scans.
Chandigarh, PunjabAges 18–70 - NCT07072910RecruitingPhase 2
Cabergoline for migraine prevention
This trial tests if a once-weekly medication called cabergoline can reduce how often you get migraine headaches. It is for adults who have between 4 and 14 migraine days per month.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT07073066Recruiting
Lymphatic surgery for Alzheimer's disease (CLEAN-AD trial)
This trial tests a surgical procedure that connects lymphatic vessels in the neck to help clear waste from the brain in people with moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if this can improve thinking and memory.
Dongguan, GuangdongAges 50–80 - NCT07073209Recruiting
Nerve blocks for hip fracture pain relief
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (one near the hip bone, one in the thigh) to see which provides better pain relief for people with a hip fracture. If you qualify, you would receive one of these blocks as part of your standard care.
Manhattan, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07073248Recruiting
Brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called iTBS to see if it can improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It might help you regain some function in your weaker arm.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07073235Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help leg movement after chronic stroke
This trial is testing if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, called iTBS, can improve leg movement in people who have had a stroke more than six months ago and still have some weakness on one side.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07073287RecruitingPhase 2
Cerebellar-spinal brain stimulation for chronic stroke mobility
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the back of the head and spine can improve walking and movement for people who have had a stroke more than six months ago.
João Pessoa, ParaíbaAges 18–75 - NCT07073378Recruiting
Brain-computer help for youth with severe disabilities
This study tests if a brain-computer interface (a device that reads brain signals) can help children and teens with severe physical or communication challenges do things at home, like moving a cursor or expressing themselves.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 5–18 - NCT07073521Recruiting
Cognitive therapy for adjusting to vision loss
This study tests new ways to help people adjust to vision loss using thinking and coping strategies. If you are an adult with vision loss and willing to share feedback, this may be a good fit.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07073846RecruitingPhase 4
Lidocaine and dexmedetomidine for pain after weight-loss surgery
This study tests whether adding two medicines (lidocaine and dexmedetomidine) to your anesthesia during weight-loss surgery can reduce pain, swelling, and stress on the body. It might help you have a smoother recovery.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18–60 - NCT07074002RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new drug for essential tremor
This trial tests a new study drug (BP1.4979) to see if it can reduce shaking in people with essential tremor. It's for people who have had arm tremors for at least 3 years and have not had surgery for tremor.
AmiensAges 18–85
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,473 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,792 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.