Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,939 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,342
- Phase 2765
- Phase 1556
- Phase 3513
- Phase 4339
- Phase 1/Phase 2299
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke796
- Parkinson Disease394
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Multiple Sclerosis330
- Dementia225
- 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
- California658
- Massachusetts304
- New York295
- Florida267
- Texas266
- Maryland248
- Arizona208
- Alabama207
- Illinois183
- Pennsylvania176
Recruiting studies11,939 total
- NCT07803016Recruiting
Drawing exercises vs fine motor training for hand recovery after stroke
This trial compares two types of hand exercises to see which one helps you regain hand movement and control better after a stroke. It focuses on people in the sub-acute phase (early recovery) who have some voluntary hand movement.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT07803003Recruiting
Telerehabilitation for arm function after stroke
This study compares two levels of therapist-guided home exercises delivered via video calls to improve arm and hand function after a stroke. It may help you recover more movement in your affected arm.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT07802509Recruiting
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Valens, Canton of St. GallenAges 18 years+ - NCT07805096Recruiting
Smart health app for children with cancer and their parents
This study tests a smart health app designed to support the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of children with leukemia or a brain tumor and their parents. It aims to see if the app helps improve overall health and quality of life.
TaipeiAges 7 years+ - NCT07803068Recruiting
Ashwagandha supplement and weight training for strength and focus
This study tests whether taking ashwagandha, an herb often used for stress, for 12 weeks can boost strength, brain function, and stress resilience when combined with your regular weight training. It's for healthy, active men who already lift weights regularly.
Gdansk, Pomeranian VoivodeshipAges 25–40 - NCT07801638Recruiting
Anticoagulation plus tocilizumab for cerebral venous thrombosis
This trial tests a combination of blood thinners (anticoagulation) and a drug called tocilizumab, which targets inflammation, to treat acute cerebral venous thrombosis (a blood clot in a vein in the brain). It aims to see if this combined treatment improves recovery and reduces complications compared to blood thinners alone.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07801092Recruiting
Sleep-promotion protocol to prevent delirium in intensive care patients
This trial tests a special sleep-promoting protocol (using eye masks, earplugs, and other measures) to help prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in intensive care patients. If you or a loved one are in the ICU, this treatment might help reduce confusion and improve recovery.
Çanakkale, ÇanakkaleAges 18 years+ - NCT07807852Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for CRPS after wrist fracture
This trial tests whether sound wave therapy (ESWT) can reduce pain from a chronic pain condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) that started after a wrist fracture. It might help reduce pain and improve recovery.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–75 - NCT07806994Recruiting
Eye tracking and hand use in children with cerebral palsy
This study uses eye-tracking technology to see how children with cerebral palsy use their eyes and hands together during tasks that involve both hands. It may help improve understanding of motor control and guide future therapies.
Seoul, SeoulAges 6–12 - NCT07801274Recruiting
Focused radiation after spine surgery for metastatic tumors
This trial tests a precise type of radiation therapy given after spine surgery to treat cancer that has spread to the spine. The goal is to reduce pressure on the spinal cord and help control the disease with fewer side effects.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07802639Recruiting
Botulinum toxin injections for uneven lower lip in children
This study tests a weekly injection of botulinum toxin type A (a muscle-relaxing medication, like Botox) to see if it can improve the appearance and movement of an uneven lower lip in children with craniofacial microsomia. If successful, this treatment might reduce the visible asymmetry when smiling or baring teeth.
BeijingAges 5–18 - NCT07806487Enrolling by invitation
Eye-tracking to predict confusion after surgery
This study uses eye-tracking technology to see if it can predict post-operative delirium in older adults after surgery. You will have your eye movements measured before and after surgery to help identify early signs of delirium.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 70 years+ - NCT05609084Recruiting
Speech therapy before surgery for drug-resistant temporal epilepsy
This study tests an intensive pre-surgery speech rehabilitation program for people whose seizures come from the language-related area in the temporal part of the brain. The goal is to improve speech outcomes before planned epilepsy surgery.
BordeauxAges 16 years+ - NCT06511089RecruitingPhase 3
Carotid artery stenting during stroke clot removal
This trial tests whether placing a stent in a narrowed carotid artery during a procedure to remove a stroke clot improves outcomes. If you have a stroke with a blocked large artery and significant carotid narrowing, this study may be relevant to you.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT05681988Recruiting
Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for brain bleeding
This trial studies whether a minimally invasive, image-guided endoscopic procedure can remove blood after a specific type of brain bleed. It may help reduce symptoms and improve outcomes compared with standard care, but you must meet timing and medical criteria.
BaselAges 18–85 - NCT04490317Recruiting
Study follows people with carbon monoxide poisoning in Korea
This study looks at people who have been sickened by carbon monoxide (CO) from an accident or exposure. It aims to better understand what happens over time, which could help improve care and outcomes in the future.
Wŏnju, Gangwon-doAges Any age - NCT06515106Recruiting
Living with LGI1 encephalitis: a study on long-term symptoms
This study looks at symptoms, biomarkers, and mechanisms of the chronic phase of LGI1 antibody-mediated encephalitis. It aims to understand what happens after the acute stage and how to better manage long-term effects.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges Any age - NCT06518421Recruiting
Emotions and Memory in Chronic Facial Nerve Pain
This study looks at how emotions and memory are affected in people with chronic trigeminal neuralgia (a type of facial nerve pain). Participants will have an MRI scan and fill out questionnaires to help researchers understand the link between chronic pain and cognitive changes.
Toronto, OntarioAges 35–60 - NCT05703711Recruiting
MHealth plus nurse care for mental health in West Africa
This trial tests whether combining phone-based support (mHealth) with regular nurse-delivered care can improve outcomes for people with serious mental illness. You might benefit if you’re currently in an inpatient prayer camp and living with psychosis, mania, or depression.
AccraAges 18 years+ - NCT07799311RecruitingPhase 4
Medication to prevent waking distress after child hernia surgery
This trial tests two medicines to help children wake up calmly and comfortably after hernia surgery under anesthesia. It aims to find which one works better to reduce agitation or confusion when coming out of anesthesia.
Islamabad, FederalAges 2–12 - NCT07800871RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
FT839 cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy (FT839) designed to target and reset the immune system's B cells to help treat moderate to severe autoimmune diseases that haven't improved with standard treatments. It's an early-phase study, so the main goals are to see if it's safe and if it helps control the disease.
Fullerton, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07794670RecruitingPhase 2
Study of obicetrapib for early Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether a new drug called obicetrapib can help people who have early signs of Alzheimer's disease but no symptoms yet. It aims to see if the drug can slow or prevent the disease from progressing.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 55–85 - NCT07798609RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing SFL-0821 for people with FSHD
This study is testing a new medicine, SFL-0821, to see if it is safe and useful for people with FSHD. It may help if it works, but it is still experimental.
Concord, New South WalesAges 18–65 - NCT07797790Recruiting
Real-world experiences with Inbrija for Parkinson's OFF episodes
This study collects real-world experiences from people with Parkinson's disease who use Inbrija (an inhaled levodopa) to treat OFF episodes. Participants will share their experiences through surveys or interviews, which may help improve understanding of how Inbrija works in everyday life.
AltmünsterAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,939 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,371 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.