Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,487 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,830
- Phase 2786
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3532
- Phase 4343
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3119
Top conditions
- Stroke855
- Parkinson Disease423
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia229
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy195
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Traumatic Brain Injury154
- Insomnia153
- Spinal Cord Injuries151
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine113
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital135
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic99
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University71
- National Taiwan University Hospital69
- University of Minnesota63
Where studies are running
- California673
- Massachusetts306
- New York293
- Florida278
- Texas270
- Maryland245
- Alabama213
- Arizona212
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,485 total
- NCT07179926Recruiting
Impact of pasireotide on bone health in acromegaly
This trial studies how pasireotide LAR—a drug that controls growth hormone levels—affects bone health in people with acromegaly whose disease is not well-controlled after 6 months of another therapy. It may help patients understand the bone benefits of switching to this treatment.
Rome, RMAges 18 years+ - NCT07180355RecruitingPhase 1
Gene therapy trial for Friedreich's ataxia
This trial tests a gene therapy called SGT-212 for people with Friedreich's ataxia. It aims to help treat the condition by delivering a working copy of the gene.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT07180368Recruiting
Managing multiple medications in older adults
This study looks at how to better manage multiple medications in older adults with long-term health conditions. It aims to improve safety and reduce drug-related problems.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 65 years+ - NCT07180407Recruiting
Post-ICU pain study for adults
This study looks at pain after a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). It aims to understand pain in patients who were urgently admitted to the ICU and stayed for at least two days.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT07180498Recruiting
Tea tree vs chlorhexidine mouthwash after wisdom tooth removal
This study compares a tea tree oil mouthwash and a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash to see which helps better after wisdom tooth removal. It may help you heal faster and with less discomfort.
SanliurfaAges 18–65 - NCT07180628Recruiting
Brain study of speech in adults who stutter
This study uses brain scans to look at how the brain's speech circuits work in adults who stutter. Researchers hope to better understand the brain activity behind stuttering, which could lead to improved treatments.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–65 - NCT07181122Recruiting
Quality of life and thinking ability in men with advanced prostate cancer
This study looks at how treatment affects your daily life, mood, sleep, and thinking skills. It is for men starting hormone therapy combined with another drug for prostate cancer that has spread.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18 years+ - NCT07181577Recruiting
Sleep and blanketed trial for young adults
This trial tests whether a special blanket can improve sleep in young adults with insomnia. You may benefit if you have sleep problems and are between 16 and 24 years old.
AarhusAges 16–24 - NCT07181564Recruiting
Anesthesia methods and safety in sinus surgery
This trial compares different anesthesia techniques during functional endoscopic sinus surgery to see which one protects the brain best and improves the surgical field. It may help patients understand the safest approach for their procedure.
Pátrai, AchaiaAges 18–90 - NCT07182058RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Brain stimulation device for Parkinson's motor symptoms
This trial tests a wearable brain stimulation device (tES) that delivers gentle electrical currents to your head to help improve Parkinson's motor symptoms like tremor, stiffness, or slowness. The treatment is done at home with remote video monitoring, and may offer a non-medication option to help with movement.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–80 - NCT07182474Recruiting
Turkish version of a baby neurological exam
This study is testing a Turkish version of a brief exam for babies with a high risk of cerebral palsy (CP). The goal is to see if the exam can help doctors spot brain development problems early, so your baby can get the right support sooner.
Kahramanmaraş, OnikişubatAges 3 months–1 year - NCT07182851Recruiting
Pain in patients on breathing machines in the ICU
This study looks at pain in patients who are on a breathing machine (ventilator) in the intensive care unit. It aims to understand pain better so doctors can help manage it more effectively.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18 years+ - NCT07183683Recruiting
Acupuncture for bladder problems in women with MS
This study tests whether stimulating acupuncture points on the lower leg can help women with multiple sclerosis who have overactive bladder symptoms like urgency, frequent urination, or leaking. It is for women with relapsing-remitting MS who are not using a catheter regularly.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–60 - NCT07183774Recruiting
Does muscle loss affect shoulder tear patterns?
This study looks at whether sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) affects the type of rotator cuff tear you have. You'll get a shoulder MRI to check your rotator cuff and muscle measurements.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 40–75 - NCT07183826Recruiting
Online mindfulness therapy for chronic tinnitus
This trial tests an online mindfulness program (iMBCT) to help people with chronic tinnitus manage their symptoms. If you have had tinnitus for at least 3 months and it bothers you, you may be able to join from home.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT07184411Recruiting
Walking therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests an activity-based walking program for children with cerebral palsy who do not walk much or at all. The program uses a harness system to support the child while they practice walking. The goal is to see if this therapy helps improve mobility.
Dripping Springs, TexasAges 2–6 - NCT07184450RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for children with hard-to-treat rheumatic diseases
This trial tests a new treatment using your child's own immune cells, modified to target B cells and fight severe rheumatic diseases like juvenile dermatomyositis, arthritis, scleroderma, or Sjogren's syndrome. It's for children who haven't improved with standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 years+ - NCT07184892Recruiting
Swallowing therapy after stroke
This study tests if watching swallowing movements (action observation therapy) helps people recover swallowing function after a first-time stroke. It uses a brain imaging technique called fNIRS to see how the brain responds.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07185022Recruiting
Clot-busting drug through artery for medium-vessel stroke
This trial tests a clot-busting drug given directly into the arteries of the brain for people who have had a stroke due to a blockage in a medium-sized artery. It aims to see if this treatment can help improve recovery when started up to 72 hours after symptoms begin.
Fuyang, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07185347RecruitingPhase 3
Fampridine for SCA27B ataxia study
This trial tests if fampridine, a medication, can improve walking and coordination in people with SCA27B, a specific inherited ataxia. It compares fampridine to a placebo over a period of time.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT07185425Recruiting
NeuroCuple patch for pain after C-section
This study tests a special sticky patch (NeuroCuple device) placed near your C-section incision to see if it helps with pain after delivery. It may offer a drug-free way to manage discomfort.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07185971Recruiting
Vision training system for chronic vision loss after brain injury
This study tests a device called PAVE that may help improve vision in people who have lost part of their sight due to stroke, brain injury, or brain surgery. It is for those with ongoing vision problems, not those with eye diseases.
Cedar Rapids, IowaAges 21–80 - NCT07186036Recruiting
Brace for posture and walking in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a soft back brace designed to support the natural curve of the lower back in children with cerebral palsy. The goal is to see if wearing the brace helps with balance and walking speed.
Kahramanmaraş, onikişubatAges 6–15 - NCT07186725Recruiting
Home sleep monitor for obstructive sleep apnea
This trial tests a new home-based sleep monitor that goes under your mattress. It may help people with obstructive sleep apnea who are using a mouthpiece (MAD) as treatment.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–80
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,487 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,851 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.