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
- NCT07301008RecruitingPhase 4
Rimegepant to prevent predictable trigger-induced migraines
This trial tests whether a medication called rimegepant can prevent migraines when you take it before a known trigger (like exercise or stress). It is for people who get migraines often and can predict when one might happen.
McLean, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07301177Recruiting
Magnetic stimulation for veterans with nerve pain after injury
This study tests whether a non-invasive magnetic stimulation treatment can help veterans with long-term nerve pain after an injury or surgery. It may offer a drug-free option to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07301216Recruiting
Copper in urine after stopping Wilson disease therapy
This study is looking at what happens to copper levels in the urine when people with Wilson disease briefly stop their medicine. It may help doctors understand how well your body controls copper without treatment.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07301710RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Low-tech treatments for sleep apnea
This study tests simple, low-tech treatments (like exercises) for sleep apnea. It's for people who are newly diagnosed or whose current treatment isn't working, and who are willing to pause their usual treatment for 3 months.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT07301892Recruiting
AI help for rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis
This trial tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can improve how doctors spot complications in people newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a condition that causes joint pain and swelling. The goal is to see if AI can make diagnosis faster and more accurate in real-world hospital settings.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07302009Recruiting
Cooling treatment for brain hemorrhage patients
This trial tests a bladder-based cooling device to see if it can safely control fever in patients with a new brain hemorrhage. It may help prevent further brain injury and improve recovery.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–85 - NCT07302048Recruiting
Mobile pain management support for kids with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a mobile program that helps manage pain in children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple disabilities. It aims to see if the program improves pain relief and works well with their care team.
BrestAges Up to 24 years - NCT07302321Recruiting
Needs of ALS patients with C9orf72 mutation and their caregivers
This study asks people with ALS who have a specific genetic change (C9orf72) and their caregivers to fill out an online survey. It aims to better understand their needs so that support can be improved.
Milan, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT07302386Recruiting
Exercise management in Parkinson's disease
This study tests an exercise program you can do from home using video calls. It aims to improve your walking and balance, and help you manage Parkinson's symptoms.
Maltepe, IstanbulAges 45–80 - NCT07302503Recruiting
MRI study of brain changes in footballers
This study uses a special type of MRI scan to look for tiny changes in the brain's wiring that can happen after head impacts. It compares professional footballers to people who haven't played sports with head impacts, to see if these changes show up on the scan.
StrasbourgAges 32–60 - NCT07302685Recruiting
Taiwan Sleep Apnea Study
This study is looking at people who are sent by their doctor to the sleep center at China Medical University Hospital. It uses an overnight sleep test to learn more about sleep problems in Taiwan.
Taichung, TaiwanAges birth+ - NCT07302750Recruiting
AI breathing and relaxation training for postmenopausal women
This trial tests if an AI-guided breathing and relaxation program can help reduce chronic pain in postmenopausal women. You would use a smartphone or tablet to follow online sessions and track your progress.
AnkaraAges 45–65 - NCT07302854RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Clot-busting medicine for medium vessel strokes
This trial tests a new clot-busting medicine called tenecteplase, given directly into the blood vessel in the brain, to treat strokes caused by a blockage in a medium-sized artery. The goal is to see if it can help restore blood flow and reduce disability, especially for patients who can be treated within 24 hours of stroke onset.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07302971Recruiting
Telemedicine for stroke care in Chinese hospitals
This study tests if connecting smaller hospitals with stroke experts through telemedicine improves treatment for people having an acute ischemic stroke. It may help you get faster, better care if you live in a less populated area.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07303270Recruiting
Emotions study for adults with intellectual disabilities
This study looks at how adults with intellectual developmental disorder experience emotions. It aims to understand emotional processes better, which could help improve support and care.
BronAges 18–35 - NCT07303296RecruitingPhase 2
Gene therapy study for vision loss from LHON
This trial tests a gene therapy called GS010 given as an injection into the eye for people with vision loss from LHON. It aims to see if it can help improve vision in both eyes.
ParisAges 15 years+ - NCT07303452Recruiting
New device for sleep apnea in adults
This trial tests a new device called Restera™ Serene™ for people with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot use or do not want a CPAP mask. It may offer an alternative treatment option.
PerthAges 18 years+ - NCT07303543Recruiting
Protein and exercise to prevent muscle loss after weight-loss surgery
This trial tests whether taking protein-collagen supplements and doing resistance exercises can help people maintain muscle after bariatric surgery. It may be a good fit if you are between 20 and 50 years old, have a BMI of 35 or higher, and are not pregnant or in menopause.
Istanbul, FatihAges 20–50 - NCT07303582RecruitingPhase 4
Freezing nerves to ease pain from muscle tightness
This study tests if freezing specific nerves (cryoneurolysis) can reduce pain caused by muscle tightness (spasticity) after a brain or spinal cord injury, or from multiple sclerosis. It is for people who already get Botox injections for this pain.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT07303790RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of GC012F for people with multiple sclerosis
This early phase trial tests a new treatment called GC012F for people with multiple sclerosis. It aims to see how safe and tolerable it is, and may offer a new option for those whose current treatments are not working well enough.
Hubei, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07303998Recruiting
Brain stimulation and chair yoga for knee pain in Alzheimer's
This study tests two treatments together for people with Alzheimer's who also have chronic knee pain: a gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) and online chair yoga. The goal is to see if these can reduce knee pain and improve daily life.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 60 years+ - NCT07304024RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a drug and sound therapy for age-related hearing difficulty
This trial tests whether a combination of an antihistamine (clemastine fumarate) and specially designed sounds can improve how the brain processes hearing in middle-aged adults with mild hearing loss. It might help if you have trouble understanding speech in noisy settings.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 45–65 - NCT07304167Recruiting
Exercise video game program for women with fibromyalgia
This study tests whether playing a special exercise video game can help women with fibromyalgia feel better. You will be asked to play the game regularly and report how you feel.
IstanbulAges 30–70 - NCT07304401Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal cord stimulation for chemo-related nerve pain
This trial tests whether a new type of spinal cord stimulator (SCS) can reduce pain caused by chemotherapy. If you have lasting nerve pain after cancer treatment and standard pain medications haven't helped, this device might offer relief.
ArnhemAges 18 years+
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.