Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,934 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,337
- Phase 2764
- Phase 1555
- Phase 3514
- Phase 4340
- Phase 1/Phase 2299
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke797
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Multiple Sclerosis330
- Dementia224
- Epilepsy192
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Sarcopenia135
- Mild Cognitive Impairment126
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management113
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia105
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital124
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris109
- Riphah International University105
- Mayo Clinic98
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing89
- Hospices Civils de Lyon77
- Johns Hopkins University69
- University of Minnesota63
- Washington University School of Medicine63
Where studies are running
- California655
- Massachusetts304
- New York295
- Florida267
- Texas267
- Maryland248
- Arizona209
- Alabama205
- Illinois183
- Pennsylvania175
Recruiting studies11,934 total
- NCT07819552Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for adult lazy eye
This trial tests a virtual reality (VR) therapy for adults with lazy eye (amblyopia) caused by a difference in prescription between the two eyes. It uses special glasses to train your eyes to work together, which may improve vision.
Coimbra, Coimbra DistrictAges 18–40 - NCT04695834Recruiting
Follow-up after surgery for peroneal nerve foot drop
This study follows people who have a nerve in the leg (the peroneal nerve) that is pinched, causing ongoing foot drop, to see how operative treatment affects recovery and outcomes. It may help improve understanding of what results to expect after surgery and rehabilitation.
Mechelen, AntwerpenAges 18 years+ - NCT06482554RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone for Apathy in Psychotic Disorders
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone to see if it can improve apathy (lack of motivation) in people who have psychotic symptoms from schizophrenia or related disorders. It may help if you are already on a stable treatment but still struggle with apathy.
Shreveport, LouisianaAges 18–65 - NCT06478485Recruiting
A new way to plan neck surgery using MRI measurements
This trial is testing a new method to plan cervical spine surgery called laminoplasty. The goal is to use special measurements from MRI scans to better decide how to operate. This could lead to better recovery for people with spinal cord compression in the neck.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT03621566Recruiting
Sleep apnea registry for adults with non-obstructive events
This study builds a registry to learn more about sleep apnea patterns, especially cases where most breathing events are not caused by blocked airway tissue. You may be able to join if you’re an adult with a specific sleep test result.
AalstAges 18 years+ - NCT03624374Recruiting
Study of LBSL in people with DARS2 mutations
This trial is a natural history study, meaning it tracks how LBSL (a genetic condition) affects the brain, brainstem, and spinal cord over time. It may help researchers better understand disease patterns and provide information that could support future treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05663281Recruiting
Imaging treatment plan for blocked brain or neck arteries
This study uses special MRI “vessel wall” imaging to better understand blocked arteries in the brain or neck, confirmed on a scan. It aims to help analyze imaging findings to guide treatment decisions and reduce problems from artery blockage.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05898542Recruiting
Nature-based therapy for stroke recovery in rehab wards
This trial studies whether nature-based activities (like time outdoors or nature-focused programs) can improve recovery after a stroke. It’s aimed at people who are currently in a stroke rehabilitation setting soon after their stroke.
LahtiAges 18 years+ - NCT05677607Recruiting
Study of brain artery narrowing and small-vessel disease
This study looks at how two types of blood vessel problems in the brain affect each other over time. It may help researchers better understand what to watch for and potentially how to improve outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 30 years+ - NCT06311604Recruiting
Inhaled sedation safety for head trauma patients
This trial tests a new way to give sedation through a breathing mask (isoflurane gas) to people with severe head injuries. It aims to see if this method is safe and may help when IV sedatives alone are not enough.
Grenoble, Choisir Une RégionAges 18 years+ - NCT06461481Recruiting
Follow-up strategies for de-escalating multiple sclerosis treatment
This study tests different ways of monitoring people with relapsing-remitting MS who are reducing or stopping their medication. It aims to find the safest follow-up approach and may help guide future treatment decisions for those with stable disease.
DüsseldorfAges 18 years+ - NCT05549024RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET/CT scan study for certain prostate, brain, or breast cancers
This early-phase study tests special PET/CT scans using a radioactive tracer to see cancer areas that have specific targets. It may help doctors better visualize tumors and plan next steps, using scans that you may already be familiar with (FDG) plus targeted tracers.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05010902Recruiting
Pregnancy and MS study for people 18 and older
This study follows people with multiple sclerosis (MS) or a related condition to learn how pregnancy affects MS. You may be asked to complete health questionnaires and get MRI scans, which can help researchers understand what changes during pregnancy.
BerlinAges 18–50 - NCT06487130Recruiting
Australia menopause registry study
This study is building a registry to better understand and support Australians going through perimenopause or menopause. By joining, you help researchers learn about the experiences and needs of people in this stage of life.
AdelaideAges 18 years+ - NCT07814508Recruiting
Continuous glucose monitor app study for insulin users
This study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) system with a predictive app to help people on insulin therapy manage their blood sugar better. It aims to see if the app improves daily life and glucose control.
Bad Mergentheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT06490237Recruiting
Studying hearing nerve signals during brain surgery
This study records how the hearing nerve responds to speech sounds during planned brain surgery. It aims to understand hearing loss better and may help improve future treatments.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT07814118Enrolling by invitation
Understanding how your body works during routine care
This study looks at how different body systems work together in people with various conditions and healthy volunteers. It uses routine medical tests and data to understand health better, which can help improve future care.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07809516Recruiting
Pedal pump for leg swelling
This trial tests a device called a 'pedal pump' that helps move fluid out of your legs to reduce swelling. It may help if you have fluid buildup from conditions like heart failure or kidney disease.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT07811362Recruiting
Tracking long-term outcomes for CRPS after neridronate treatment
This study is a registry that tracks people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) who already received neridronate infusions in a previous trial. It looks at how they do over the long term to learn more about the treatment's lasting effects.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07816367RecruitingPhase 3
Elismetrep for treating migraine attacks
This study tests an investigational medicine called elismetrep (K-304) for treating migraine attacks quickly. If you have migraines, you take the medicine when a migraine starts and report how well it works.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06207552RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Gene therapy study for children with Fabry disease
This study tests a new gene therapy for children aged 7 to 17 with Fabry disease. The treatment aims to fix the faulty gene that causes the condition, which may help reduce symptoms and prevent organ damage.
ShanghaiAges 7–18 - NCT06444841Recruiting
Memory aids for mild memory loss
This study tests whether using a paper-based or smartphone-based memory support system helps people with mild memory problems remember daily tasks. You and a family member or friend will both participate.
Austin, TexasAges 50 years+ - NCT06472986Recruiting
Activity-based therapy with spinal stimulation for spinal cord injury
This study tests whether combining activity-based therapy (exercises to improve arm and hand function) with a mild electrical stimulation on the skin of your back can help people with chronic neck-level spinal cord injury regain more arm and hand movement.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06449495Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for balance and coordination in kids
This trial tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program can help children with balance or coordination problems improve their movement skills. It's for kids ages 4 to 17 who can walk and follow simple instructions.
Bosisio Parini, LeccoAges 4–17
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,934 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,325 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.