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
- NCT07082478Recruiting
Blood Flow Study in People with Low Blood Sugar After Weight Loss Surgery
This study looks at blood flow in a neck artery in people who have low blood sugar after bariatric surgery compared to healthy individuals. It may help understand why some people experience hypoglycemia after weight loss surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07082595Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation to improve walking in Parkinson's
This study tests a personalized brain stimulation system to help improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's. If you have trouble with gait and posture despite treatment, this trial may explore whether a tailored stimulation loop can offer additional benefit.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT07082608Recruiting
Weight loss procedure plus lifestyle changes for sleep apnea
This study tests whether a stomach procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) plus lifestyle changes helps people with sleep apnea lose more weight and improve their breathing compared to lifestyle changes alone. If you have moderate to severe sleep apnea and have struggled to lose weight, this may be an option.
Hyderabad, TelanganaAges 18 years+ - NCT07082829RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ORX142 in Healthy Adults Ages 18 to 80
This study tests an experimental drug called ORX142 in healthy volunteers to see how it is processed by the body. It helps doctors understand the drug's safety before testing in patients.
Lincoln, NebraskaAges 18–80 - NCT07083089Recruiting
Hearing and thinking in early Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
This trial studies how hearing relates to early memory and movement problems in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. It may help find new ways to detect and track these conditions.
MontpellierAges 50–85 - NCT07083557Recruiting
Validation study for lab tests on hormones and metabolism
This study checks if lab tests used for hormone, heart, metabolism, and muscle disorders are accurate and reliable. You might be eligible if you are an adult with a body mass index between 16 and 60.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–100 - NCT07083609Recruiting
Blood thinners for brain vein clots in Vietnam
This trial tests a type of blood thinner called DOACs for people with a clot in a brain vein (cerebral venous thrombosis). DOACs may be an easier treatment option, and this study looks at how well they work in adults in Vietnam.
HanoiAges 18 years+ - NCT07083856Recruiting
Reiki and self-acupressure for people with MS
This study tests two relaxing therapies — Reiki (a gentle hands-on energy technique) and self-acupressure (applying mild finger pressure on specific points) — for people with multiple sclerosis. It looks at how these treatments affect symptoms like anxiety, depression, and fatigue.
Muğla, Fethi̇yeAges 18–75 - NCT07084025Recruiting
Thinking skills training at home after stroke
This study tests a home-based thinking and memory training program for people who have had a stroke. You and your caregiver will learn strategies to help with daily tasks like cooking, money management, or remembering appointments.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT07084207Recruiting
Robotic system for repairing injured finger nerves
This trial tests a robot-assisted tool for repairing cut nerves in fingers or thumbs. It may help improve surgical precision and recovery.
LudwigshafenAges 18–70 - NCT07084480Recruiting
A study on giant cell arteritis for precision medicine
This trial looks at giant cell arteritis (GCA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) to find more personalized treatments. If you have been diagnosed with either condition, you may be able to help researchers understand these diseases better.
WürzburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07084597Recruiting
Vitamin D3 for Heart Health in Parkinson's Men
This study tests whether taking vitamin D3 supplements can improve the nerve function that controls your heartbeat in men with Parkinson's disease who have low vitamin D levels. If you have mild to moderate Parkinson's and are on levodopa, this trial may help understand if vitamin D can support your heart health.
Dhaka, ShahbagAges 51–70 - NCT07084701Recruiting
Lymphatic drainage for memory in sleep-deprived college students
This study tests if a gentle, non-invasive neck and head massage technique, called lymphatic drainage, can help improve memory and thinking in college students who are not sleeping enough. It is a preliminary study to see if the idea works.
TianjinAges 18 years+ - NCT07085065Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety during blood cancer procedures
This trial tests whether watching a virtual reality experience during a medical procedure can help reduce pain and anxiety for people with blood cancers. You may be able to take part if you are getting a bone marrow biopsy, spinal tap, blood draw, or chemotherapy.
Tunis, Sfax GovernorateAges 6 years+ - NCT07085507RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for multiple sclerosis in healthy people and MS patients
This trial tests an experimental oral drug called VT7208 in both healthy volunteers and people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body processes it, which could lead to a new treatment option for MS.
Adelaide, South AustraliaAges 18–65 - NCT07085533Recruiting
A Study of Inherited Retinal Diseases
This study is looking at how inherited retinal diseases affect color vision over time. It may help researchers understand these conditions better and is a good fit for people with a known diagnosis who can describe what they see.
WuhanAges Any age - NCT07085598Recruiting
Vitamin D3 for heart nerve health in men with epilepsy
This study tests whether taking vitamin D3 supplements can improve how well the nerves controlling your heart work in men with epilepsy who have low vitamin D levels. If you have low vitamin D from taking certain epilepsy medicines, this trial may help understand if vitamin D can support your heart health.
Dhaka, ShahbagAges 20–40 - NCT07085676RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for autoimmune diseases that resist treatment
This study tests a new cell therapy called CAR-T (using your own immune cells) for people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, or myositis that have not improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce disease activity.
JerusalemAges 18–80 - NCT07085754Recruiting
Sleep loss and brain health in people with different APOE genes
This study looks at how one night of no sleep affects thinking and brain function in healthy young adults who have different versions of the APOE gene. It aims to understand why some people might be more sensitive to sleep loss.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–40 - NCT07085819Recruiting
Can a plant extract help improve non-restorative sleep?
This study tests a natural plant extract given as a daily supplement to see if it helps people who feel their sleep is not refreshing, even when they get enough sleep. If you often wake up tired and are looking for a non-medication option, this trial may be a good fit.
CorkAges 18–65 - NCT07086404RecruitingEarly Phase 1
GC012F injection for stubborn inflammatory muscle disease
This trial tests a new cell therapy (GC012F) for people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathy (IIM) that hasn't responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if this treatment can help control muscle inflammation and weakness.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT07086521RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
This trial tests a new stem cell treatment (ULSC) for people with FSHD, a type of muscular dystrophy. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and if it can help improve arm strength and daily movement.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT07086599Recruiting
Sleep problems in psoriatic arthritis and SAPHO syndrome
This study looks at sleep problems in people with psoriatic arthritis or SAPHO syndrome. Participants will stay in the hospital for special sleep tests to understand their sleep issues better.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07086612Recruiting
Sleep apnea and dental crossbite in children
This study looks at the link between sleep apnea (pauses in breathing during sleep) and a narrow upper jaw (crossbite) in children ages 6 to 16. It may help understand if treating the jaw can improve sleep breathing.
RouenAges 6–16
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.