Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,497 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,839
- Phase 2787
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3531
- Phase 4344
- Phase 1/Phase 2304
- Phase 2/Phase 3119
Top conditions
- Stroke856
- Parkinson Disease424
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia228
- Ischemic Stroke201
- Epilepsy196
- Insomnia156
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea155
- Traumatic Brain Injury154
- Spinal Cord Injuries151
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy129
- Mild Cognitive Impairment128
- Migraine113
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis107
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital135
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- 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
- California675
- Massachusetts305
- New York294
- Florida277
- Texas270
- Maryland245
- Alabama213
- Arizona211
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,495 total
- NCT01581424Recruiting
Study how kidney findings change in Fabry disease
This study looks at the natural course of Fabry disease in the kidneys and how different kidney test results relate to each other. It may help doctors better understand kidney progression and treatment outcomes, including for people who have or have not had enzyme replacement therapy.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 1–75 - NCT01788410Recruiting
MRI-guided freezing treatment for neck, head, and spine pain
This trial studies an MRI-guided procedure that “freezes” targeted nerves or joints to reduce pain in the head, neck, or spine. It may help if your pain comes from a joint problem or a compressed/damaged nerve and you can safely have MRI scans before and after the treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT01818661RecruitingPhase 4
Imaging study for progressive apraxia of speech
This trial uses repeated brain scans to study how progressive apraxia of speech changes over time. It may help doctors better understand the condition and improve future tracking and care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT01496625Recruiting
Biobank study for retinal diseases and comparison samples
This study collects and stores blood and eye-related medical information to help researchers better understand retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Your samples may also be used to compare people with retinal disease to people without it.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–120 - NCT01353430Recruiting
Study of a rare muscle condition linked to Paget bone disease
This study looks at people and families with a rare muscle weakness condition that can be linked with Paget disease of the bone (and sometimes frontotemporal dementia). It aims to better describe how these conditions appear and relate, which can help future research and care.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00196742Recruiting
Fabry disease registry and pregnancy follow-up
This study collects health information from people with Fabry disease and specifically from pregnant people with Fabry disease. It helps researchers better understand the condition and how pregnancy affects health, using information you already experience in routine care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Any age - NCT02000089RecruitingPhase 3
Pancreas screening study for people at high cancer risk
This Phase 3 study tests a structured plan for checking the pancreas early in people with a higher-than-usual risk of pancreatic cancer. The goal is to find changes sooner, when treatment may be easier.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT00912041Recruiting
Test of a brain-to-computer device for quadriplegia
This study tests whether a tiny brain computer interface can help people with quadriplegia (loss of movement in all four limbs) communicate or control technology. It’s mainly a feasibility study, meaning the goal is to see if the device can work safely and reliably in real life.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT01793168Recruiting
Rare disease registry and history study
This study keeps a registry (a structured list) of people with rare diseases and may also track how the condition changes over time. It can help researchers better understand rare illnesses and find gaps in care, which may improve future treatments.
Sioux Falls, South DakotaAges Any age - NCT01885767Recruiting
Neurofibromatosis registry for NF1, NF2, and Schwannomatosis
This trial is a patient registry portal for people diagnosed with neurofibromatosis types NF1, NF2, or schwannomatosis. By joining, you help researchers collect real-world information that may guide future studies and care.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT00341744Recruiting
Access to learning for children with low vision
This trial aims to help children with low vision access the visual environment needed for school, especially for learning to read. It may help by supporting how vision is used for reading in everyday school activities.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 3–21 - NCT01484678Recruiting
MRI and body biomarkers study for muscular dystrophy
This study uses MRI scans and blood or other biomarkers to better understand muscular dystrophy in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD). It may help researchers track disease changes and identify measurable markers over time.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 5–62 - NCT01018537Recruiting
Multiple sclerosis registry for adults
This study is a registry (a voluntary database) for people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis or a related first episode called clinically isolated syndrome. It helps researchers learn about how these conditions affect people over time.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01885299Recruiting
Long-term registry for stereotactic radiation treatments
This study collects long-term information from people who receive stereotactic radiosurgery or stereotactic body radiotherapy for tumors or other conditions. It helps researchers understand how these precise radiation treatments work over time.
Colorado Springs, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT01571531Recruiting
Study after spinal cord injury within six weeks
This study is for people who have had a sudden spinal cord injury from trauma or a sudden lack of blood flow (ischemia) and can be assessed within six weeks. It aims to better understand spinal cord injury and may help guide future care.
ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT00898638Recruiting
Tissue sample study for head and neck cancer patients and healthy people
This study collects tissue samples from people with head and neck cancer and from healthy volunteers. The samples help researchers better understand the disease and may support future tests or treatments.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT00567073Recruiting
Register pregnant people with Pompe disease for pregnancy data
This study keeps a special record of pregnancies in people with Pompe disease to learn more about pregnancy outcomes and newborn information. It does not test a drug by itself—it collects health information to improve future care.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT00598351Recruiting
Study tracks changes in NF2 using repeated brain scans
This study follows people with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) over time to learn how the condition changes, using repeat MRI scans. The information may help researchers understand disease patterns and improve future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–75 - NCT00599092Recruiting
Pituitary tumor follow-up for people with confirmed pituitary disease
This study focuses on people who already have a confirmed pituitary condition and will look at how tumor findings match with patient results over time. It may help improve how pituitary tumors are monitored and understood.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00623389Recruiting
Testing a leg neuroprosthesis for walking and leg control
This trial tests an advanced device that helps control and use your legs and trunk muscles for movement. It may help people with certain types of paralysis or weakness to improve function, while closely monitoring safety and comfort.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21–75 - NCT01474148Recruiting
Neuroprosthesis to improve sitting posture and balance
This trial tests a special stimulation device (a “neuroprosthesis”) to help people with spinal cord injury improve how they sit upright and maintain balance. If you meet safety and readiness requirements, it may help your trunk and pelvic muscles work more effectively during posture and balance tasks.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21 years+ - NCT01894802Recruiting
Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
This study tests a brain-machine interface that records brain activity and uses stimulation to help people with severe hand/arm movement loss communicate or control tasks using a computer. It may help restore some control and reduce dependence on hands that cannot be used normally.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 22–70 - NCT01638130Recruiting
Study of support needs in high-grade brain tumor patients
This study asks people with a high-grade brain tumor and their caregivers about their experiences and support needs. It may help researchers understand what patients and families need during and after chemotherapy.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT00668187Recruiting
Study of the natural history of gangliosidosis
This study follows people with gangliosidosis to better understand how the condition changes over time. You may be asked to complete thinking/behavior tests and, if you have late-onset disease, get a head MRI (a painless scan) to help researchers track changes in the brain.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges Any age
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,497 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,911 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.