Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 11,941 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,343
- Phase 2764
- Phase 1557
- Phase 3513
- Phase 4339
- Phase 1/Phase 2300
- Phase 2/Phase 3125
Top conditions
- Stroke796
- Parkinson Disease395
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Multiple Sclerosis329
- Dementia226
- Epilepsy193
- Ischemic Stroke190
- Insomnia159
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea142
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Acute Ischemic Stroke139
- Sarcopenia135
- Mild Cognitive Impairment127
- Cerebral Palsy119
- Pain Management114
- Migraine107
- Fibromyalgia104
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
- California659
- Massachusetts305
- New York294
- Florida271
- Texas266
- Maryland248
- Alabama207
- Arizona207
- Illinois181
- Pennsylvania176
Recruiting studies11,941 total
- NCT07732868Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury
This trial tests a virtual reality (VR) program that uses brain-machine interface (BMI) technology to help people with spinal cord injuries regain movement. The program may help your brain and body work together better, potentially improving your recovery.
AveiroAges 18–65 - NCT07733245Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Muscle relaxant HRS-9190 for general anesthesia surgery
This study tests a new medicine (HRS-9190) that helps relax muscles during surgery. It is for people having a planned surgery that lasts 1.5 to 4 hours under general anesthesia with a breathing tube. The goal is to see if the medicine works well and is safe.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT05711888Recruiting
Alzheimer brain study using a memory and recognition task
This study uses a computer task to test thinking and recognition skills in people with or without Alzheimer’s disease. It also includes checking Alzheimer-related biomarkers to help researchers understand how the task connects to the disease.
Beşiktaş, IstanbulAges Any age - NCT05799326Recruiting
Levofloxacin after sudden stroke to improve safety and recovery
This trial tests whether the antibiotic levofloxacin can be given soon after an acute ischemic stroke to improve outcomes and monitor side effects. It’s for people with a moderate stroke severity who are not having certain emergency treatments or infections.
Changchun, JilinAges 18–75 - NCT07732907Recruiting
Study of PML risk in MS patients taking Zeposia
This study looks at people with multiple sclerosis who have taken Zeposia (ozanimod) and later developed a rare brain infection called PML. The goal is to understand how often this happens and to confirm cases.
Lawrenceville, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT07733674RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new imaging agent for brain and pancreatic tumors
This early-phase study tests a new imaging agent that may help see certain solid tumors (like brain cancer or pancreatic cancer) more clearly. You will receive a single injection of a radioactive tracer, then have several scans over a few days to see where the tracer goes and how long it stays.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03614962Recruiting
Warmth and TENS to improve thinking in dementia
This study tests whether using a warmth treatment and a gentle electrical nerve-stimulation device (TENS) can improve thinking and memory in people with mild to moderate dementia. It may help by supporting brain and nerve function, alongside your usual care.
Hong KongAges 65 years+ - NCT05679024RecruitingPhase 3
Apixaban to prevent stroke in atrial fibrillation and kidney failure
This trial tests apixaban (a blood thinner) to prevent stroke in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter who have very poor kidney function or are on dialysis. If you qualify, you may help researchers find a safer way to lower stroke risk for this higher-risk group.
HelsinkiAges 18 years+ - NCT05012475Recruiting
Test whether video games help arm movement in Rett syndrome
This trial looks at whether computer gaming can improve how well you can use your arms to control game actions in Rett syndrome. It checks whether the gaming tasks can be done safely based on your arm movement range.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4–60 - NCT05978505RecruitingPhase 2
Reboxetine for sleep apnea after ENT surgery
This study tests if the medication reboxetine helps reduce sleep apnea symptoms after planned upper airway surgery. It may be a good fit if you have sleep apnea and are having surgery on your nose or throat.
Bedford Park, South AustraliaAges 18 years+ - NCT05954741Recruiting
Rehab program to improve thinking in recent vascular memory problems
This trial tests a structured, multi-part rehabilitation program to help people with early dementia symptoms from vascular or mixed causes. If you qualify, you may be offered the rehab program and compared with another approach to see if thinking and daily function improve.
Montescano, PaviaAges 65–80 - NCT05635812Recruiting
Brain and eye tests of facial emotion recognition in autism
This study uses brain and eye measurements to understand how people recognize facial expressions, including in autism and related conditions. It may help researchers find markers that better explain autism-related symptoms and differences in processing emotions.
DijonAges 7–50 - NCT06366815Recruiting
A study of Duchenne muscular dystrophy in boys who no longer walk
This study is for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who can no longer walk. It aims to describe how the condition changes over time once walking is lost, without testing any new treatments.
Bosisio Parini, LcAges 8–35 - NCT06460363Recruiting
Electrical brain stimulation for delirium in ICU patients
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can help treat delirium (sudden confusion) in intensive care patients. It aims to improve recovery in people who have had confusion for more than 24 hours.
KuopioAges 18 years+ - NCT06627686Recruiting
Predicting successful breathing tube removal in brain injury patients
This study tests if simple breathing tests can predict whether a patient with a traumatic brain injury will successfully breathe on their own after a breathing tube is removed. The goal is to make the removal process safer.
Tanta, MahalaAges 18–65 - NCT07724587Recruiting
Exercise study for muscle wasting in dialysis patients
This trial tests if a supervised exercise program can help people on dialysis who have muscle wasting (uremic sarcopenia). It aims to improve muscle strength, physical function, and quality of life.
NingboAges 18–80 - NCT07727395RecruitingPhase 3
Clot-busting drug after successful clot removal for stroke
This trial tests whether giving a clot-busting drug (alteplase) directly into the brain artery after a successful clot removal improves recovery in people with severe stroke. It is for patients who have had a thrombectomy and still have a large blocked artery in the front of the brain.
An GiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07728539Recruiting
Comparing a faster ablation method for atrial fibrillation
This study compares a newer, faster type of ablation (high-power short-duration) with the standard approach for treating atrial fibrillation. The goal is to see which method is safer and more effective at restoring a normal heart rhythm.
MoscowAges 18–70 - NCT05826548Recruiting
Telerehabilitation program for memory, Parkinson’s, and stroke needs
This trial studies a home-based exercise and training program delivered by telerehabilitation (remote care) for people with mild cognitive impairment, Parkinson’s disease, or stroke. It may help improve day-to-day thinking and movement skills by supporting you with structured practice from home.
Lido, VeneziaAges 18–85 - NCT07723963RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of JZP926 for juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
This study tests an investigational drug called JZP926 (a type of cannabinoid) to see if it can reduce the number of days with myoclonic seizures in people with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. If you have this condition and are at least 10 years old, you might be able to join.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 10 years+ - NCT07725562RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
VG081821AC tablets for early to mid-stage Parkinson's disease
This trial tests a new oral medication, VG081821AC, in people with early to mid-stage Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if it can improve movement symptoms and slow the progression of the condition, and it may offer a new treatment option for those not yet on levodopa.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07729852Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Continuing access to ATH434 after the earlier study
This trial lets people who finished the earlier ATH434-201 study keep getting ATH434 (an experimental drug) on an open-label basis, meaning everyone knows they get the drug. If you were in that study and want to continue, this may help you keep receiving the treatment.
Toulouse, Midi-PyreneesAges Any age - NCT07729462RecruitingPhase 3
Rimegepant for preventing chronic migraine
This study tests whether the medication rimegepant can help prevent chronic migraine in adults. It may be an option if you have frequent migraines and have not tried certain other preventive treatments.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06627387Recruiting
Balance training with augmented reality for home rehab
This study tests a low-cost balance training platform that uses augmented reality to help people with balance problems from stroke or other brain conditions. It aims to see if the platform is easy and safe to use at home with a training partner.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 11,941 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 18,432 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.