Neurology
Brain & nervous system clinical trials
Conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves — including stroke, dementia, and movement disorders. We’re tracking 12,406 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable9,740
- Phase 2783
- Phase 1576
- Phase 3534
- Phase 4342
- Phase 1/Phase 2307
- Phase 2/Phase 3124
Top conditions
- Stroke841
- Parkinson Disease427
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Multiple Sclerosis341
- Dementia227
- Ischemic Stroke201
- Epilepsy197
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea156
- Insomnia154
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Traumatic Brain Injury150
- Sarcopenia149
- Acute Ischemic Stroke138
- Cerebral Palsy131
- Mild Cognitive Impairment130
- Migraine113
- Pain Management113
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis108
Leading sponsors
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital133
- Riphah International University125
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris112
- Mayo Clinic99
- 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
- California681
- Massachusetts299
- New York292
- Florida275
- Texas265
- Maryland246
- Arizona212
- Alabama210
- Illinois188
- Pennsylvania177
Recruiting studies12,404 total
- NCT06740773Recruiting
Risk factors for problems after skull repair surgery
This study looks at people who had a skull repair surgery (cranioplasty) to see what problems might happen afterward. Researchers want to find out what factors raise the risk of complications so they can help future patients recover more safely.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT07432490RecruitingPhase 2
Fucose supplement trial for GLUT1 deficiency
This trial tests whether taking fucose (a type of sugar) can help people with GLUT1 deficiency syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects how the brain gets energy. If you have ataxia (trouble with balance or coordination) and meet other criteria, this study may be an option for you.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05849532Recruiting
Home electrical exercise for walking after stroke
This trial tests a home-based program using electrical stimulation to help people with long-term stroke improve walking and leg movement. If you qualify, you may use the device and a smartphone app at home with guidance from the study team.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–90 - NCT06710678Recruiting
Study breaks and thinking skills in medical students
This trial looks at how different types of study breaks affect attention and thinking in medical students. You will try brief social media or physical activity breaks to see which helps you think best.
Old Westbury, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06708078Recruiting
Study on extra health support for unruptured brain aneurysm
This study looks at whether having extra check-ins with health professionals (like nurses or therapists) can help people living with an unruptured brain aneurysm. If you have a newly found or monitored aneurysm and no history of a rupture, you may be able to join.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 18 years+ - NCT06706479Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for balance in older adults with back pain
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical brain stimulation technique (called high-definition tDCS) can improve balance in older adults with chronic low back pain. Participants receive either real or sham stimulation during balance training sessions.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06701955Recruiting
Reliability of a Fluctuation Scale in Parkinson's
This study tests how consistently a new scale measures 'on-off' fluctuations in Parkinson's disease. If you experience motor fluctuations (times when your symptoms change) and are on stable medication, you may help validate this tool.
GrenobleAges 30–75 - NCT05956392Recruiting
Personal plan to reduce kids’ screen time for better sleep
This trial tests a personalized program to help children use screens less in order to improve sleep, mood, and brain health. It’s for children who regularly sleep under 8 hours on school nights and spend more than 2 hours per day on media.
SingaporeAges 6–12 - NCT05954455Recruiting
Studying speech and swallowing development in children with SMA type 1
This study looks at how speech, communication, and swallowing (“bulbar function”) develop in babies and children with SMA type 1. It aims to better understand what to expect over time for children who start approved SMA treatments early.
LondonAges birth–18 years - NCT07346378Recruiting
Brain stimulation for post-stroke aphasia
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called temporal interference stimulation to see if it can safely help people recover language abilities after a stroke. It aims to improve communication for people with post-stroke aphasia.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT06696885Recruiting
Mobile App for Exercise Adherence and Hand Function in Chronic Stroke
This study tests whether using a mobile app can help stroke survivors stick with their exercise routine and improve hand function. It is for people who have had a stroke 6 months to 2 years ago and have some residual hand weakness but no severe stiffness or communication problems.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 35–75 - NCT06695910RecruitingPhase 4
Testing an omega-3 supplement for brain fog
This trial tests whether a special form of omega-3 (MAG-EPA) can help people with ongoing brain fog symptoms like mental fatigue, memory loss, or trouble concentrating. If you've had these issues for at least 28 days, you may be eligible.
Maria, QuebecAges 19–55 - NCT06638801Recruiting
Brain training to boost learning and development
This trial tests a brain training program to help babies born at UAB learn and develop better, focusing on those born after 35 weeks who are going home soon.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 day–1 week - NCT07276035Recruiting
Brain-stomach circuits in chronic nausea
This study looks at how the brain and stomach communicate in people with chronic nausea. It uses a noninvasive brain stimulation method called TMS to understand brain activity. You may qualify if you have chronic nausea or are a healthy volunteer.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 21–60 - NCT07150143Recruiting
Massage and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether adding a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) and other physical therapies to standard neck stabilization exercises helps people with long-term neck pain feel better.
Ataşehir, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06679387RecruitingPhase 2
Memantine to prevent paclitaxel nerve damage in breast cancer
This trial tests whether the drug memantine can help prevent or reduce nerve pain and other side effects caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel in breast cancer patients. If you are about to start weekly paclitaxel, this study may offer extra protection to your nerves.
CairoAges 18 years+ - NCT06673771Recruiting
Vestibular rehab for balance and fatigue after stroke
This trial tests if exercises that target the inner ear's balance system can help people recovering from a stroke improve their balance and reduce tiredness. It may be a good fit if you have trouble with balance and feel very fatigued after your stroke.
Mānsehra, Khyber PakhtunkhuwaAges 30–65 - NCT05460520Recruiting
Test a therapy for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome symptoms
This trial studies a “DevRobust” treatment to reduce symptoms of Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (a persistent feeling of rocking or motion after travel or a trip). It may help by improving how your balance system responds and reducing day-to-day symptoms.
New York, New YorkAges 18–78 - NCT06641466RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Rimegepant for preventing menstrual migraine in women
This study tests whether the medicine rimegepant can help prevent migraines that happen around your period. It is for women with regular menstrual cycles who have a history of menstrual migraines.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–45 - NCT06642532Recruiting
Using ultrasound to check brain blood flow after skull repair
This study uses a special ultrasound test to see how blood flow in the brain changes after you have surgery to replace a piece of your skull with a PEEK implant. It may help doctors understand if the surgery affects blood flow.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06583785Recruiting
Black rice and brain health in older adults
This study tests whether eating black rice can help with memory, thinking, and overall health in older adults. The researchers want to see if black rice reduces inflammation and improves blood vessel function, which can benefit the brain and body.
Reading, UKAges 50–80 - NCT05946512Recruiting
Yoga breathing plus lung MRI measurements for post-COVID symptoms
This study uses breathing exercises from yoga and MRI (a scan of the body) measurements to see how well yoga breathing can improve ongoing breathing symptoms after COVID-19. It also compares results in a few other specific groups and healthy volunteers.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18–50 - NCT07270341Recruiting
Checking brain oxygen during shoulder surgeries in sitting position
This trial monitors brain oxygen levels during shoulder surgeries done in a beach chair (semi-sitting) position under general anesthesia. It helps doctors understand how well the brain gets oxygen during these surgeries.
AntalyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06636253Recruiting
Stress and brain waves in chiropractic students
This study checks if stress changes brain wave patterns (EEG) in healthy chiropractic students in Scotland. It's a small test to see if a larger study is possible.
EdinburghAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many brain & nervous system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 12,406 recruiting neurology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 19,323 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.