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
- NCT06746987Enrolling by invitation
Meditation for sleep and mood in older adults
This trial studies whether a meditation program can help people aged 65 and older sleep better and feel emotionally healthier. You'll be asked to practice meditation and report changes in your sleep and mood.
MersinAges 65–95 - NCT06745011Enrolling by invitation
Parkinson's signs in people with nerve damage
This study looks for early signs of Parkinson's disease in people who have nerve damage in their hands and feet (polyneuropathy) with no known cause, along with drops in blood pressure when standing up. It aims to understand if these early symptoms might predict future Parkinson's.
Aarhus, JutlandAges 18–85 - NCT06734039Enrolling by invitation
Early Performance with Anatomy-Based Cochlear Implant Programming
This study looks at how programming a cochlear implant based on your inner ear's shape may improve early hearing performance. It is for adults who already have or will get a MED-EL cochlear implant and have some hearing in the opposite ear.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18 years+ - NCT06730685Enrolling by invitation
Sarcopenia and cachexia in lung cancer patients
This study looks at muscle loss (sarcopenia) and weight loss (cachexia) in people with lung cancer. Researchers want to understand these conditions better to improve care.
Næstved, Region SjællandAges 18 years+ - NCT06727032Enrolling by invitation
Ai detection of brain metastases on MRI
This trial tests an artificial intelligence tool that automatically spots cancer spread to the brain on MRI scans. It may help doctors find brain metastases faster and more accurately for people with cancer outside the brain.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06725199Enrolling by invitation
NMR metabolomic study in fibromyalgia
This study uses a special MRI-like test (NMR) to look at chemical changes in the body of people with fibromyalgia. It aims to better understand the condition and could help find new ways to diagnose or treat it.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06723015Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Tau PET in anti-amyloid therapy for Alzheimer's
This study uses brain scans to see how anti-amyloid treatments affect tau protein buildup in people with early Alzheimer's. If you have mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's, you may be eligible to help understand how these treatments work.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 50–90 - NCT06717477Enrolling by invitation
Improving care for carpal tunnel syndrome patients
This trial tests a new streamlined care pathway for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. It aims to make appointments and treatments easier and faster.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06716944Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Self-acupuncture for migraines: a feasibility study
This study tests whether teaching people with migraines to do acupuncture on themselves (self-acupuncture) is practical and helpful. It is for people who have already had a course of acupuncture that worked for them at a specific London hospital.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06716866Enrolling by invitation
Electric field stimulation for epilepsy
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation using electric fields to treat epilepsy, specifically for people who are already having invasive EEG monitoring as part of their care.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06710626Enrolling by invitation
Using brain implants to control assistive devices
This trial looks at how well people who already have a Neuralink N1 brain implant can use it to control assistive devices like computers or wheelchairs. It's only for people already in the PRIME Study who meet certain safety and performance checks.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06709040Enrolling by invitation
Long-term safety of somapacitan in children with growth hormone deficiency
This study is watching children who are already taking somapacitan (a growth hormone injection) to see if it is safe over a long time. It collects information about growth and any side effects.
Glasgow, ScotlandAges Up to 18 years - NCT06706453Enrolling by invitation
Sleep survey for medical trainees
This study asks medical trainees about their sleep patterns as part of an online survey. It aims to understand how on-call work and training roles affect sleep in healthcare staff.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06705049Enrolling by invitation
Study on cancer spread to the lining of the brain
This study looks at how solid tumors spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It aims to understand this condition better by reviewing patient records.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT06702787Enrolling by invitation
Mechanical thrombectomy for stroke in the Middle East and North Africa
This study collects information from people who had a stroke from a blocked brain artery and were treated with mechanical thrombectomy (a procedure to remove the clot). The goal is to understand how well this treatment works in the Middle East and North Africa.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges Any age - NCT06699953Enrolling by invitation
EEG study of fentanyl and how it relates to drug liking
This study looks at how fentanyl affects brain waves (EEG) and whether those brain changes are linked to how much a person likes the drug. If you are having surgery with fentanyl, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06696989Enrolling by invitation
Balance and core exercises for children with cerebral palsy
This study compares two types of exercises—Frenkel's exercises and core stability exercises—to see which helps children with ataxic cerebral palsy improve their balance and movement. The goal is to find the best way to help your child stand, sit, and move more safely.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06696911Enrolling by invitation
Motor imagery and core exercises for stroke recovery
This trial tests if combining mental practice of movements (motor imagery) with core-strengthening exercises helps improve balance and sleep in people who had a stroke 6 months to 2 years ago.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT06696456Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up of gene therapy for otoferlin hearing loss
This study follows up with people who received a gene therapy (AAVAnc80-hOTOF) in a previous clinical trial. It checks how well the treatment works over time and how safe it is.
Iowa City, IowaAges Any age - NCT06696040Enrolling by invitation
Kinesiotherapy machine for leg stiffness and walking in neurological patients
This trial tests if a passive kinesiotherapy machine can improve leg stiffness (spasticity) and walking ability in people with neurological conditions like stroke or cerebral palsy. It may help those who have trouble moving their legs due to tight muscles.
Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do SulAges 9 years+ - NCT06688162Enrolling by invitation
Minimally invasive surgery for small brain bleeds
This trial tests a less invasive surgery to remove small blood clots (20–30 ml) in the basal ganglia, a deep part of the brain. It may help people who are awake but have a reduced level of consciousness after a recent brain bleed.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06686875Enrolling by invitation
Chronic belly pain after sleeve gastrectomy study
This study looks at long-term belly pain in people who had a sleeve gastrectomy 3 months to 5 years ago. It aims to understand the pain better to help future patients.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT06684444Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Sleep coaching study for firefighters with sleep troubles
This study tests if health coaching can help career firefighters sleep better. You'll have private coaching sessions by phone or computer.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06681779Enrolling by invitation
Testing mild electrical stimulation for coma exams
This study tests if a mild electrical skin stimulation (like a TENS unit) can be used instead of a painful pinch to check brain function in coma patients. It aims to make the standard coma exam more comfortable and consistent.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+
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.