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
- 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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+ - NCT04353960Recruiting
Study of heart rate response during eye muscle surgery
This study looks at how the heart rate changes when eye doctors move the eye muscles during strabismus (eye alignment) surgery. It may help doctors better understand and manage this normal reflex during surgery.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 1 month–100 years - NCT06528912Recruiting
Standard Follow-Up Program for Brain Tumor Patients
This trial tests a new follow-up program for people with brain or spinal tumors who are getting radiation therapy. The program aims to improve your care and monitor your recovery after treatment.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT06530537RecruitingPhase 3
Cilostazol vs. Aspirin for recent stroke with brain microbleeds
This trial compares two medications—cilostazol and aspirin—to see which is better at preventing another stroke in people who have had a recent clot-caused stroke and also have tiny spots of bleeding in the brain (microbleeds). It aims to find a safer and more effective treatment for this specific group.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 35 years+ - NCT06009315Recruiting
Stroke treatment outcome prediction study
This study looks at patients having a stroke procedure to remove a clot. It aims to predict how well people recover. If you are having this treatment, the study might help doctors understand your likely outcome.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–100 - NCT03657745Recruiting
40 Hz light and brain training for Alzheimer’s
This trial tests whether a combination of 40 Hz light stimulation and cognitive (thinking) therapy can improve symptoms in people with Alzheimer’s disease. It may help by stimulating the brain and training thinking skills, while carefully checking eye and seizure history.
Miami, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT05534607Recruiting
Community hula program for dementia risk in older Native Hawaiians
This study tests whether joining a community hula (dance) program can help people reduce future dementia risk. It focuses on older Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander adults who already have mild memory concerns and certain health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 50–75 - NCT04114994Recruiting
Memory testing study for adults 50 and older
This study checks how people’s thinking and memory change over time using a specific cognitive test. It may help researchers understand patterns of memory change and supports future research on brain health.
Miami, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT06156683Recruiting
Kesimpta pregnancy safety study using real-world data
This study looks at the safety of Kesimpta (a multiple sclerosis medication) during pregnancy. It compares outcomes for women who took Kesimpta or other MS drugs while pregnant to those who did not.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT07790705Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two massage techniques after hip replacement
This study compares two types of massage therapy after hip replacement surgery to see which one works better for recovery. If you join, you will be randomly assigned to one of the two massage methods and will practice it at home for 6 weeks.
Cumming, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06534658Recruiting
Brain Imaging Study for Dementia and MCI
This study uses advanced brain scans (MRI and molecular imaging) to get a clearer picture of dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It aims to learn more about how the brain changes in these conditions, which could help improve diagnosis and treatment.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–85 - NCT02881970RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cord blood stem cell treatment for newborn brain injury
This early-phase study tests whether using a baby’s own cord blood stem cells is safe and feasible for newborns with brain injury from lack of oxygen around birth. It may help researchers find new ways to treat hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (brain injury due to oxygen deprivation) in addition to standard care like cooling.
MarseilleAges 1 day–3 days - NCT07789665Recruiting
Auditory nerve implant for deaf adults who cannot use cochlear implants
This study is testing a new way to use an inner ear implant (called an auditory nerve implant, or ANI) to help people who are deaf in both ears and cannot use a cochlear implant. The researchers want to see how well people perceive sounds with this device.
HanoverAges 18–85 - NCT07785492Recruiting
AI-assisted care for acute ischemic stroke
This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence system can help doctors make better treatment decisions for people who have had an acute ischemic stroke within the last 24 hours. The goal is to see if this AI support improves outcomes compared to standard care.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT07784231RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Light therapy for stroke-related muscle stiffness
This study tests a light-based therapy (photobiomodulation) to see if it can help reduce muscle stiffness in people recovering from a stroke. Participants will continue their usual rehabilitation while receiving this additional treatment.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT07787299Recruiting
Wearable sensors for monitoring tremor in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether wearable sensors can accurately measure tremor and other movement symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. Participating may help improve how doctors monitor symptoms at home.
Edinburgh, EdinburghAges 18 years+ - NCT07791472Recruiting
Delirium and light: a pilot study on risk factors
This study looks at why some patients in intensive care develop confusion (delirium) and whether light exposure affects it. It may help improve care for older patients in the hospital.
LondonAges 50 years+ - NCT07787312Recruiting
Ultrasound for swallowing and muscle loss in intensive care patients
This study uses ultrasound to check the muscles that help you swallow and move. It aims to see if measuring these muscles can predict swallowing problems and muscle loss after being on a breathing machine.
Madrid, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07787247Recruiting
Remote monitoring for myasthenia gravis patients
This study tests whether remote monitoring through smartphone apps can effectively track myasthenia gravis symptoms and help manage care from home, instead of frequent in-person visits.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 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.