Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,516 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,855
- Phase 2786
- Phase 1573
- Phase 3533
- Phase 4344
- Phase 1/Phase 2305
- Phase 2/Phase 3120
Top conditions
- Stroke852
- Parkinson Disease423
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Multiple Sclerosis340
- Dementia230
- Ischemic Stroke202
- Epilepsy197
- Insomnia156
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Traumatic Brain Injury156
- Spinal Cord Injuries152
- Sarcopenia151
- Acute Ischemic Stroke141
- Cerebral Palsy129
- Mild Cognitive Impairment128
- Migraine112
- Pain Management112
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis106
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital134
- Riphah International University127
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic98
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing94
- VA Office of Research and Development92
- Hospices Civils de Lyon80
- Johns Hopkins University71
- National Taiwan University Hospital71
- University of Minnesota65
Where studies are running
- California678
- Massachusetts307
- New York295
- Florida274
- Texas271
- Maryland245
- Alabama214
- Arizona209
- Illinois193
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,514 total
- NCT07211906Enrolling by invitation
Oral care education for home ventilator users
This study tests whether a simple oral care education program, delivered through the LINE app, can improve mouth health and quality of life for people who use a non-invasive breathing machine at home.
Chiayi City, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07209332Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term safety study of WVE-N531 for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This trial is for people who have already taken WVE-N531 in an earlier study. It continues to check the medicine's safety and effects over a longer period.
AmmanAges Any age - NCT07205484Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Early communication help for deaf or hard of hearing toddlers
This study looks at the long-term effects of early communication support for toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing. It may help show how early intervention can improve language and social skills.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 5–8 - NCT07202780Enrolling by invitation
MS and Muscle Strength in Breathing and Legs
This study looks at how MS affects the strength of your breathing muscles and leg muscles. If you join, you will have tests to measure your muscle strength, walking ability, and fatigue. This may help doctors understand how to better treat MS-related weakness.
Gaziantep, şehitkamilAges 18–50 - NCT07194967Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Pain Relief During Labor
This trial tests whether using virtual reality can help reduce pain and anxiety during labor. If you are having a low-risk pregnancy and plan a vaginal delivery, you may be able to use a VR headset during contractions to distract from pain.
Ben ArousAges 18–45 - NCT07191808Enrolling by invitation
Laser therapy for Bell's palsy recovery
This trial tests if low-level laser therapy can help people with Bell's palsy recover faster. It is for adults with a recent diagnosis, mild to moderate facial weakness, and no prior treatment for this episode.
FaisalābadAges Any age - NCT07186881Enrolling by invitation
Better diagnosis for unexplained brain infections
This study looks for new ways to find the cause of lymphocytic meningitis or meningoencephalitis (inflammation of the brain or its lining) when standard tests don't give an answer. It may help people who have been hospitalized with these conditions and whose spinal fluid tests were unclear or not done.
Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, LorraineAges Any age - NCT07183020Enrolling by invitation
Kappa Free Light Chains in MS and CIS
This study looks at a protein called kappa free light chains (KFLC) in the spinal fluid and blood of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) or a first MS-like episode (CIS). The goal is to better understand how this protein relates to the disease, which may help with diagnosis and monitoring.
Hanover, Lower SaxonyAges 18–70 - NCT07179458Enrolling by invitation
Naming treatment for understanding problems after stroke
This trial tests a therapy that helps people with aphasia (a language disorder) improve their ability to understand words. It focuses on people whose main difficulty is understanding what words mean, not just naming them.
Elkins Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89 - NCT07179042Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Metformin for hip fracture recovery in older adults
This study tests whether the diabetes drug metformin can help older adults recover better after hip fracture surgery. To join, you need to be 60+, have had a low-energy hip fracture fixed within 3 days, and be generally healthy without diabetes or kidney issues.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 60–90 - NCT07178015Enrolling by invitation
Heart and stroke outcomes in people with silent carotid plaques
This study follows people who have carotid plaques (fatty deposits in neck arteries) that haven't caused symptoms yet. It aims to learn how these plaques affect future heart and brain health, like heart attacks or strokes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07176091Enrolling by invitation
Magnetic brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease pain
This trial tests a special type of magnetic brain stimulation (called TMS) to see if it can help with Parkinson's disease and the pain that often comes with it. You must have had Parkinson's for at least 3 years, have frequent pain, and be on stable medications.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 40–80 - NCT07176013Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality meditation for voice therapy
This trial tests whether using virtual reality meditation can help people with voice disorders who also feel anxious. If you have a voice problem and anxiety, you might find this treatment helpful.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07172165Enrolling by invitation
Improving detection of clot signals in brain ultrasound
This study focuses on improving how doctors classify tiny signals (called microembolic signals) from the brain, which can help detect stroke risk. Your recorded signals—if from a solid source, like a clot—will be reviewed by experts to develop better computer tools.
PortoAges 18 years+ - NCT07171346Enrolling by invitation
Muscle stimulator after ACL reconstruction
This study tests whether a special muscle-stimulating device worn after ACL reconstruction surgery can help your knee recover strength faster. If you qualify, you will use the device at home for a few weeks and your recovery will be checked regularly.
Kansas City, KansasAges 15–50 - NCT07169058Enrolling by invitation
Hands-on therapy for sleep apnea: a gentle technique
This study tests a gentle manual therapy applied to the neck to see if it can improve breathing and vital signs during sleep. It is for people with moderate to severe sleep apnea who are not currently using a CPAP machine or other breathing devices.
Mardin, MardinAges 18–65 - NCT07167043Enrolling by invitation
AI assistant for reading brain CT and MRI scans
This study tests an AI system that helps doctors read brain CT and MRI scans. If you had a brain scan for possible tumors, stroke, injury, or other conditions, your data could be used to improve this tool.
BeijingAges Any age - NCT07164937Enrolling by invitation
Imaging and gait study for FSHD patients
This study looks at muscle MRI images and walking patterns (3D gait analysis) in people with FSHD. It helps researchers understand how the disease affects movement and muscle over time.
RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT07163559Enrolling by invitation
Coping skills program for migraine relief
This study tests a 6-month program that teaches coping skills to help manage migraine headaches. It may help you feel more in control of your symptoms.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65 - NCT07163156Enrolling by invitation
Prolactin and inflammation in Parkinson's severity
This study looks at whether prolactin (a hormone) and inflammation markers in blood and saliva are related to the severity of Parkinson's disease. It may help identify new ways to track the disease.
Çanakkale, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07159698Enrolling by invitation
Study of patients after heart attack or stroke
This study looks at the health records of people who have had a heart attack or stroke. It helps doctors understand the typical patient's health profile and needs over time.
MinskAges 18 years+ - NCT07159581Enrolling by invitation
Gene therapy for Wilson disease study with PET scans
This trial uses a special PET scan with a copper tracer to see how well gene therapy is working in people with Wilson disease. It may help doctors understand if the treatment is helping your body handle copper properly.
Aarhus, Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT07159256Enrolling by invitation
Processing speed after stroke and its effect on movement and quality of life
This study looks at how fast your brain processes information after a stroke and how that affects your movement, balance, walking, and daily life. It may help find better ways to help people recover.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 40–75 - NCT07159178Enrolling by invitation
Shoulder problems and balance in stroke survivors
This study looks at how shoulder problems after a stroke affect balance. Understanding this link could help improve therapy for better stability and fall prevention.
Istanbul, KÜÇÜKÇEKMECEAges 40–80
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,516 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 20,061 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.