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
- NCT07800585Recruiting
Mental health support for French college students
This trial tests a new digital tool to help college students in France manage their mental health. It aims to see if the tool can improve well-being and provide support.
NiceAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05593679Recruiting
Registry study for heart PYP scans in possible ATTR amyloidosis
This study collects information from adults who have been diagnosed with, or are being checked for, ATTR amyloidosis (a condition where abnormal protein builds up in the body) using a heart PYP scan. Your participation may help doctors better understand how these scans relate to diagnosis and follow-up over time.
New Taipei CityAges 20 years+ - NCT06523582Recruiting
Genetic study of neuroendocrine tumors in Mexican patients
This study aims to find genetic causes of neuroendocrine tumors in Mexican patients. By understanding your DNA, researchers hope to improve diagnosis and treatment for people with these rare conditions.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06285721Recruiting
Brain stimulation for treating delirium
This trial tests if a gentle electrical brain stimulation (tACS) can help treat delirium. If you are over 50 and have had delirium for at least two days, you may be eligible.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 50 years+ - NCT07795996Recruiting
Thiamine supplementation in pregnancy
This study tests whether giving thiamine (vitamin B1) to pregnant women in Cambodia improves the health of their babies. Participants receive thiamine or a placebo during pregnancy and their babies are monitored for a year.
Kampong ThomAges 18–45 - NCT07799155Recruiting
Epidural steroid injection for leg pain from nerve compression
This study tests a common pain-relieving injection for people with nerve pain in the lower back and leg caused by a pinched nerve. It aims to see how well the injection reduces pain and improves quality of life.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07795294Recruiting
Swallowing exercises for head and neck cancer patients
This trial tests a swallowing exercise program for people getting chemoradiotherapy for head and neck cancer. The goal is to help you swallow better and reduce side effects from treatment.
CairoAges 20–60 - NCT07798674Recruiting
Natural history study for ataxias and spastic paraplegias
This study tracks how ataxias and related movement disorders progress over time. By joining, you help researchers learn more about these conditions and prepare for future treatments.
InnsbruckAges 5 years+ - NCT07795645Recruiting
AI model training for stomach, heart, and brain diseases
This study is testing an artificial intelligence (AI) system that learns from your medical records to better understand and possibly help with diseases like stomach issues, heart problems, and strokes. It may improve how doctors use information from your visit to guide your care.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07796074RecruitingPhase 2
Nerve block injection for veterans with headache after head injury
This trial tests a nerve block injection to see if it can reduce headaches in veterans who have had a head injury and continue to have headaches for at least three months. It may offer a new way to help manage persistent post-injury headaches.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07799402Recruiting
How gut and brain health change with age
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut are linked to brain health as you age. It includes people with normal memory, mild memory problems, or Alzheimer's disease, and aims to find ways to keep brains healthy as we get older.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07800689Recruiting
Aromatherapy training for carers of children with developmental delay
This study teaches carers of children with global developmental delay how to use aromatherapy (essential oils) at home. It aims to see if the training helps carers support their children's well-being and whether the program is practical and helpful for daily care.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07795021Recruiting
Stroke care during the COVID-19 pandemic
This study looks at how stroke care was given during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to understand if treatments and outcomes changed, which may help improve care for people with stroke in future health emergencies.
PragueAges Any age - NCT07798271Recruiting
Optimizing deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease
This study is for people with Parkinson's disease who already have a deep brain stimulator (a device that sends electrical pulses to the brain) and still have motor fluctuations (times when symptoms come and go). The researchers want to see if adapting the device's settings can better control symptoms than the current standard settings.
Davis, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07800572RecruitingPhase 2
Study of anisodine for stroke patients after clot removal
This trial tests whether adding anisodine, a medicine that may protect brain cells, helps people recover better after a stroke caused by a blocked large artery in the brain. It is given after a procedure to remove the clot.
AnyangAges 18–80 - NCT07799142Recruiting
A leg stretch test for lower back nerve pain
This study tests a simple leg-stretching test to see if it can help doctors tell which nerve root is causing your leg pain. If the test works, it could make diagnosing and treating nerve pain faster and more accurate.
Istanbul, PendikAges 1.5 years+ - NCT07798297Recruiting
Sound sensitivity therapy for autistic adults
This trial tests a therapy designed to help autistic adults who are very sensitive to everyday sounds. The treatment aims to make loud sounds more comfortable and improve daily life.
Orlando, FloridaAges 18–39 - NCT07797712Recruiting
Mirror therapy with standard rehab for post-stroke walking
This study tests whether adding mirror therapy to regular walking and leg exercises helps people who have had a stroke walk better and improve leg function. Mirror therapy uses a mirror to create the illusion that the affected leg is moving, which may help rewire the brain.
Quetta, BalochistanAges 40–70 - NCT07795736Recruiting
Understanding growth hormone problems after brain injury
This study looks at how a traumatic brain injury might affect your body's growth hormone, which is important for energy, strength, and overall health. If you've had a brain injury and still have symptoms a year later, you may be able to help researchers learn more and possibly find better treatments.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–70 - NCT07793799Enrolling by invitation
Comparing brain stimulation treatments for swallowing problems after stroke
This study tests three non-invasive brain stimulation methods to see if they can help improve swallowing after a stroke. If you have swallowing difficulties due to a stroke, this research might offer a new way to support your recovery.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07800455Recruiting
How fear is processed in the brain
This study looks at how certain parts of the brain handle fear. It may help doctors better understand fear and anxiety conditions, which could lead to better treatments.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07795528Recruiting
Blood test to monitor colon cancer after surgery
This trial uses a simple blood test to look for tiny bits of tumor DNA after colon cancer surgery. If found, it may help doctors catch any remaining cancer early and guide further treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07793396Recruiting
Eslicarbazepine study for adults with partial-onset seizures
This study tests a medication called eslicarbazepine for adults who have partial-onset seizures. It may help people who are newly diagnosed or who have not had good results with two common seizure medicines, carbamazepine or oxcarbazepine.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 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.