Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,407 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,742
- Phase 2782
- Phase 1577
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2307
- Phase 2/Phase 3123
Top conditions
- Stroke843
- Parkinson Disease429
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Multiple Sclerosis342
- Dementia226
- Ischemic Stroke200
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Insomnia152
- Sarcopenia150
- Traumatic Brain Injury150
- Acute Ischemic Stroke138
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment129
- Migraine114
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing93
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon79
- Johns Hopkins University70
- National Taiwan University Hospital70
- University of Minnesota64
Where studies are running
- California680
- Massachusetts299
- New York292
- Florida274
- Texas267
- Maryland246
- Arizona213
- Alabama209
- Illinois189
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,405 total
- NCT04498806Enrolling by invitation
Using activity trackers to measure function in neck myelopathy
This study uses a wearable activity tracker (Fitbit app on your phone) to track how your physical function changes around the time of neck decompression surgery. It may help doctors better measure recovery and day-to-day movement after surgery.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–90 - NCT03865420Recruiting
Genetic risk study for families affected by ALS
This study looks at genetic risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in families. It may help researchers understand who carries ALS-related gene changes and how that affects future care.
New York, New YorkAges 18–105 - NCT04669457Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Study of delirium risk in young children having ear surgery
This trial looks at confusion or “delirium” after anesthesia in babies and young children having a myringotomy (ear procedure). It may help doctors understand which children are more likely to experience delirium and how to reduce that risk.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 3 months–9 years - NCT04196413RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell treatment for a specific brainstem glioma mutation
This Phase 1 study tests a custom immune therapy called GD2 CAR T cells in children and adults with a specific type of diffuse midline glioma (DMG) that has the H3K27M mutation. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can help control the cancer.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–60 - NCT04237675Recruiting
Study of MS relapses after surgery
This study looks at relapses (new or worsening MS symptoms) after surgery in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). It may help researchers understand what triggers relapse after surgery so better care can be planned.
Athens, AtticaAges 18–70 - NCT04394871Recruiting
Study of ALS and related genetic nerve disorders using scans and fluid tests
This study looks at signs and biology (biomarkers) in people with certain inherited nerve conditions caused by RNA-processing gene changes. It may help researchers understand disease patterns and measure health changes using MRI scans and sometimes a spinal fluid test.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–120 - NCT04576598Recruiting
Stroke survivor program to build self-management habits
This study looks at stroke-related lingering problems and tests a self-management program to help people manage daily life after stroke. It may help by teaching practical ways to stay more active and confident in your routines.
ValenciaAges 18–90 - NCT04639830Recruiting
Testing how sleep patterns relate to child brain development
This study looks at how a child’s sleep looks on a sleep-monitoring test and how that relates to brain/learning growth over time. It includes some children without known risks and some children with known developmental or learning risks, to better understand sleep’s role.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6 months–8 years - NCT04041154Recruiting
Study of how the brain senses effort cost
This study asks people to do tasks while the researchers measure brain activity, to understand how the brain represents the “cost” of effort. It may help improve understanding of effort-related problems in mental and neurological conditions.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–35 - NCT04165746Recruiting
Early care program for very young children in foster systems
This study looks at how an early support program affects the development of infants who are newly entering institutional care or foster care in the São Paulo area. It may help families and caregivers support healthy growth during a critical first period.
São Paulo, São PauloAges Up to 2 years - NCT04285125Recruiting
MRI imaging test for suspected MVNT in adults
This study uses an advanced MRI to better describe a brain finding called MVNT (a specific type of abnormal blood vessel pattern in the brain). It aims to help doctors analyze MRI features more clearly, which may improve diagnosis and planning for care.
Bordeaux, BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT04667078RecruitingPhase 3
Cangrelor plus thrombectomy to improve blood flow imaging in stroke
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding a clot-fighting medicine called cangrelor to a mechanical clot-removal procedure (thrombectomy) can improve outcomes in selected acute stroke patients. It targets people whose scan shows there may be salvageable brain tissue, aiming to protect more brain while the clot is treated.
BesançonAges 18–80 - NCT06573658Recruiting
Brain changes after balance training in older adults
This study looks at how the brain changes after balance exercises that challenge your stability. It may help find better ways to prevent falls in older adults.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT04253379Recruiting
Study of social understanding in children with epilepsy
This study looks at how children with epilepsy understand social cues, compared with other children the same age. You may be asked to complete simple thinking and social tasks to see what differences exist and what they might mean.
ReimsAges 6–12 - NCT04989309Enrolling by invitation
Study how each brain side helps you understand speech
This study looks at how the left and right sides of the brain help with speech understanding, using a safe brain-stimulation method called TMS. It may help researchers understand why some people struggle with speech and communication.
Storrs, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04010201Recruiting
Study of brain calcium deposits on CT scans
This study looks at people who have extra calcium deposits in the brain seen on a CT scan (and also includes some relatives and healthy volunteers). It aims to better understand who has brain calcification and what it may mean, using research visits and scan-based measurements.
Fuzhou, FujianAges Any age - NCT03977493RecruitingPhase 3
Xeomin injections for focal hand muscle spasms
This trial tests incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin) injections to reduce focal hand dystonia—unwanted muscle tightening in the hand. You may be able to join whether you’ve had this condition before or have tried similar injections in the past, as long as certain safety rules are met.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT04658628Recruiting
Brain scan study to learn who responds to spinal cord stimulation
This trial uses brain imaging to understand which people with long-lasting low back pain are more likely to benefit from spinal cord stimulation (SCS). If you’re being considered for an SCS trial, the scans may help researchers predict response and improve future care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05446259Recruiting
Study for a cervical spine condition database
This trial builds a “repository,” or database, of people with a neck-spine condition. It aims to better understand degenerative problems in the neck that may or may not be causing spinal cord symptoms, which could help future research and care.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–100 - NCT04109131Recruiting
Study platform for brain metastases in solid cancers
This trial studies people with solid tumors that have spread to the brain (including the brain lining) to help researchers learn what works and how best to treat it. You may be asked for blood/tissue samples and a procedure to collect spinal fluid when brain metastases are diagnosed.
AnderlechtAges 18 years+ - NCT04229966Recruiting
Study of real-world treatment for acute epidural bleeding after injury
This observational study looks at how doctors treat an acute epidural hematoma in large head-injury surgeries as they would in routine care. It may help improve understanding of which real-world treatment choices lead to better outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT04627753RecruitingPhase 2
Lenalidomide plus rituximab to prevent brain lymphoma return
This trial studies whether lenalidomide and rituximab can help keep primary CNS lymphoma from coming back after initial chemotherapy. It may be an option if you cannot do a transplant and you can take pills.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT04628429Recruiting
Study CGRP blocker effects on migraine and body nerve function
This study tests a CGRP-blocking antibody to see how it affects migraine symptoms and the body’s automatic (involuntary) nerve functions. It may help people with migraine who have already tried several preventive medicines.
ViennaAges 18–64 - NCT03918421Recruiting
IgM-MAG neuropathy study using immunoglobulin M treatment
This study looks at a treatment made from immune proteins (immunoglobulin M) to treat neuropathy caused by anti-MAG antibodies. It may help improve nerve symptoms in people with this specific type of nerve condition.
BronAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,407 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,276 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.