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
- NCT07509125Recruiting
Ultra-high resolution PET brain scans for aging, dementia, and psychosis
This study uses a new ultra-high resolution PET scanner to look at brain changes in healthy aging, dementia, ALS, movement disorders, and psychosis. It aims to better understand these conditions and improve imaging techniques.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18–90 - NCT07509190Recruiting
Helping patients learn about epilepsy surgery
This study aims to improve access to epilepsy surgery by educating patients about social factors that affect health. It includes surveys and focus groups for people with epilepsy who have undergone surgery evaluation at Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07509177Recruiting
Infrared light therapy for stress in epilepsy
This trial tests if infrared light therapy can help reduce stress in people with epilepsy. You would wear a ring to track your sleep and activity, and attend 45 light therapy sessions over several months.
North Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07509645RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug with clot removal for severe back-of-the-brain stroke
This trial checks if adding an interleukin-6 receptor inhibitor (a drug that reduces inflammation) to standard emergency clot removal can improve recovery for people with a severe stroke affecting the back part of the brain (posterior circulation). It is for patients who need urgent treatment within 24 hours of symptom onset.
Suzhou, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07509671Recruiting
Can a diet help painful diabetic nerve pain?
This study tests whether a special diet can help reduce pain caused by nerve damage from Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. You may qualify if you have painful diabetic neuropathy and are looking for a non-medication approach.
Hendersonville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07509788Recruiting
Studying hearing with two ears in kids with cochlear implants
This trial looks at how hearing with both ears helps children with cochlear implants listen more easily and think better. It compares kids with implants to those with normal hearing.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 6–18 - NCT07509944Recruiting
Brain activity in stroke patients during mirror movement
This study uses a brain imaging technique called functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to look at how the brain works when stroke patients perform mirror movements. It aims to help understand brain recovery after a first-time stroke.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07510516Recruiting
Verbal reminders to reduce confusion after anesthesia
This study tests whether giving a simple verbal reminder (like telling you where you are) after anesthesia can help reduce confusion or agitation when waking up. It is for adults having laparoscopic abdominal surgery under a specific inhaled anesthetic.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–70 - NCT07510607RecruitingPhase 2
Metabolic imaging study for multiple sclerosis
This study tests a new imaging method using a special substance called hyperpolarized 13C pyruvate to see how it can help understand multiple sclerosis. You may join if you have relapsing-remitting MS, have not used disease-modifying treatments in the past two years, and are planning to start anti-CD20 therapy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07510633Recruiting
Mobile brain/body imaging for robotic gait rehab after stroke
This trial uses a mobile brain and body imaging system to help improve walking with a robotic exoskeleton in people who have had a stroke. It could help you walk better during overground gait training.
Costa Masnaga, LeccoAges 18 years+ - NCT07510854Recruiting
Sentence prediction in language disorder study
This study tests how children with developmental language disorder predict sentences. It compares their performance to typical children to better understand language processing.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 5–7 - NCT07511244Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for bladder and bowel control after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether spinal cord stimulation can help improve bladder and bowel function in people who have had a spinal cord injury for more than 6 months. The goal is to see if this treatment can restore more control and quality of life.
BeijingAges 18–60 - NCT07511413Recruiting
Monitoring health in head, neck, lung & rectal cancer
This trial is studying how a monitoring method (bioimpedance) works for people with head and neck, lung, or rectal cancer who are about to start standard treatment. It may help doctors track your health better during therapy.
Candiolo, Torino (TO)Ages 18 years+ - NCT07511933Recruiting
New PET scan to detect tumor regrowth vs. scar tissue in brain
This study tests a new type of PET scan (a special imaging test) that uses a radioactive tracer to help doctors tell the difference between scar tissue from past radiation and cancer that has come back in the brain. This could help avoid unnecessary surgery or additional treatment.
AmsterdamAges Any age - NCT07512154Recruiting
Precision Brain Tumor Radiotherapy Using Advanced MRI
This study tests a new way to plan and deliver radiation therapy for glioblastoma (an aggressive brain tumor) using special MRI scans to target cancer cells more precisely. The goal is to improve treatment effectiveness while reducing harm to healthy brain tissue.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07512362RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cells and antibodies for early Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether human stem cells, combined with your existing Alzheimer's medication (Leqembi or Kisunla), can help slow memory loss and improve daily functioning in people with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's. You would receive a stem cell infusion as an add-on to your current treatment.
Miami, FloridaAges 55–90 - NCT07512518Recruiting
Study of Long-Term Viral Brain Infections
This study follows patients with chronic viral infections affecting the brain and spinal cord. Researchers will collect spinal fluid samples and track your health over one year to better understand these infections and improve care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14 years+ - NCT07512739Recruiting
Sitting Tai Chi for Stroke Survivors With Cognitive Changes
This study tests whether a sitting tai chi program can help people who've had a stroke and are experiencing memory or thinking problems. You would learn tai chi movements while sitting, with your caregiver also participating in the program.
Kunming, YunnanAges 18 years+ - NCT07512830Recruiting
Using Hypnosis to Help During Heart Ultrasound
This study tests whether hypnosis (guided relaxation) can help patients feel more comfortable and less anxious during a heart ultrasound procedure that looks at the heart from inside the throat. The goal is to see if it reduces discomfort and the need for sedating medications.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07513025Recruiting
Elastic band strength training for older adults in care
This trial tests whether strength training with elastic bands can help treat muscle loss (sarcopenia) in older adults living in long-term care facilities. The goal is to see if this simple exercise program can improve muscle strength and physical function.
Kaohsiung CityAges 60 years+ - NCT07513077Recruiting
Hearing Loss Prevention Program for Primary School Children
This study tests whether a hearing protection education program called HoorToren helps 11–12 year old children in Dutch schools prevent noise-induced hearing loss. The program teaches kids about protecting their ears from loud sounds.
RotterdamAges Any age - NCT07513844Recruiting
Ultrasound Treatment for Huntington's Disease Movement Symptoms
This trial tests a new focused ultrasound technique aimed at reducing involuntary movements (chorea) in people with Huntington's disease. The treatment targets a specific brain region and may help improve movement control and quality of life.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07514637RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief medication after pancreas surgery
This study tests a new drug called Anricfen (ariceptin) to help reduce pain and speed recovery after pancreas removal surgery. Participants receive injections for three days after surgery to see if the medication safely controls pain better than standard care.
NanjingAges 18–80 - NCT07515235Recruiting
DMD Gene Variants and Heart Function in Young Males
This study examines how different genetic changes in the DMD gene affect heart function in boys with dystrophinopathy (a muscle-weakening condition). Understanding this connection may help doctors better monitor and treat heart problems in affected boys.
ThessalonikiAges 2–24
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.