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
- NCT07691853Recruiting
Custom hearing fitting for cochlear implant users with a hearing aid in the other ear
This study tests a new way to adjust the settings on your cochlear implant and hearing aid together. The goal is to improve your hearing by using the natural structure of your ear, which might help you hear better in everyday situations.
AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT07690670Recruiting
WhatsApp AI support vs paper support for new hearing aid users
This study tests whether using WhatsApp for support (with help from AI) is better than paper materials for people who are using hearing aids for the first time. It's for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss in both ears who can use WhatsApp.
Pretoria, ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07694063Recruiting
Online yoga for frequent migraines
This trial tests if online Hatha yoga classes can help adults who have frequent migraines (but not daily). If you have migraines 8–14 days a month and are already on stable medication, this study may offer a gentle addition to your treatment.
Seville, SevillaAges 18–65 - NCT07695987Recruiting
Nerve block for pain relief after back surgery
This trial tests a nerve block called Quadro-Iliac Plane Block to reduce pain after a single-level lumbar microdiscectomy (back surgery). The block is given before surgery and may help you need less pain medicine and recover more comfortably.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–75 - NCT07695246Recruiting
Sleep therapy with melatonin for older adults with insomnia
This study tests whether adding a melatonin supplement to a type of talk therapy for insomnia (called CBT-I) helps older adults sleep better. It aims to improve sleep quality and reduce insomnia symptoms.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07692191Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to help exercise after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord can improve your ability to exercise. It is for people who have had a spinal cord injury for at least a year and are medically stable.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18–70 - NCT07689331Recruiting
Hungarian national amyloidosis study
This study creates a registry for people diagnosed with systemic amyloidosis in Hungary. It helps doctors better understand the condition by collecting medical history and tracking outcomes over time.
BalatonfüredAges 18 years+ - NCT07688915Recruiting
High-intensity laser vs. steroid injection for chronic back and leg pain from a herniated disc
This study compares two treatments for long-lasting low back and leg pain caused by a herniated disc: high-intensity laser therapy and a steroid shot near the spine. Researchers want to see which option works better to reduce pain.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07693140RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Low-dose radiation therapy for Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests if very low doses of radiation to the brain can reduce inflammation and slow memory loss in people with Alzheimer's or similar dementias. It involves monthly clinic visits for a year.
Winter Park, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT07690449Recruiting
CT signs of nerve irritation in sciatica
This study looks at three specific signs on a CT scan that may show nerve-root irritation in people with sciatica. It only includes patients who are already scheduled for a CT-guided nerve injection to treat their pain.
Nice, Alpes MaritimesAges 18 years+ - NCT07690527Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Long-term follow-up for RB001 gene therapy in children with Phelan-McDermid syndrome
This study follows children who completed the RB001 gene therapy trial for Phelan-McDermid syndrome (caused by changes in the SHANK3 gene) to monitor their health and progress over a longer period of time.
Beijing, ChinaAges Any age - NCT07690982Recruiting
Posture and movement study for stroke survivors
This study uses a device called PhysioMaster to measure posture and range of motion in people who have had a stroke. It aims to help understand and improve recovery after a stroke.
IstanbulAges 40–70 - NCT07697092Recruiting
Sleep and decision-making study
This study looks at how your sleep habits and natural body clock affect the choices you make, especially about sharing with others.
Kowloon, Hung HomAges 18 years+ - NCT07696312Recruiting
Straight leg raise test accuracy for leg pain
This study checks how well the straight leg raise test can find the exact nerve causing your leg pain by comparing it with a targeted nerve block injection. It may help if you have leg pain from a pinched nerve in your lower back.
Istanbul, PENDİKAges 18–65 - NCT07689773RecruitingPhase 2
Can brain training improve smell loss?
This trial tests a type of brain training (called TNS) that uses mild electrical pulses to help improve your sense of smell. If you have smell loss and want treatment, this study may see if TNS can help.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT07693816Recruiting
Finding stroke caused by small artery disease
This study looks at whether your stroke was caused by branch atheromatous disease (BAD), a type of small artery blockage. Knowing this may help choose the best treatment and prevention plan.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07696741Recruiting
Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Chronic Lower Back Pain
This study tests a type of talk therapy called pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) for adults with chronic lower back pain. The goal is to see if PRT can help reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT07688746RecruitingPhase 1
Helping premature babies heal brain injury
This trial tests a treatment for brain injury in premature babies born before 32 weeks. It aims to protect and repair white matter, the part of the brain that helps nerve cells communicate.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 3 weeks–5 months - NCT04266574Recruiting
Blood pressure–guided care for older or frail surgical patients
This study tests a goal-based blood pressure treatment approach during major surgery for people at higher risk (often older or frail with high blood pressure). The goal is to see if this BRAIN-targeted strategy can improve how patients do after surgery.
Rozzano, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06201026Recruiting
Reducing Fatigue in New MS With Individualized Training
This trial tests if a personalized home training program can help reduce severe fatigue in people with relapsing-remitting MS who were recently diagnosed. You'll use a phone app to do exercises designed for you, and researchers will check your energy levels over time.
Saint-EtienneAges 18–60 - NCT06654375Recruiting
Late stroke treatment with clot removal or medication
This trial compares a procedure to remove a large blood clot from the brain (thrombectomy) with standard medical care for people who had a stroke 24 to 72 hours ago but still have some blood flow around the clot. It aims to see if the procedure can help improve recovery even when started later than usual.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06653998Recruiting
Early movement and rehab in ICU patients
This study tests whether starting physical therapy and movement early is safe and possible for patients in the intensive care unit. It aims to improve recovery for people who are stable enough to participate.
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.Ages 18 years+ - NCT04641286Recruiting
Tracking changes in quick recovery after acute stroke
This study looks at how stroke symptoms and recovery change over time soon after an acute stroke. It may help doctors better predict outcomes and improve care planning for stroke patients.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06559436Recruiting
Extending window for clot-busting drug in medium vessel stroke
This trial tests a clot-dissolving drug called tenecteplase given 4.5 to 24 hours after a stroke caused by a blockage in a medium-sized brain artery. It aims to see if waiting longer than usual still helps reduce disability.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 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.