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
- NCT07641569Recruiting
Dual-Task Training Methods for Parkinson's Disease
This study compares two different training approaches that combine cognitive (thinking) and physical exercises to help improve balance, walking, and daily functioning in people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to find which method works better for maintaining independence and preventing falls.
Ankara, KeçiörenAges 40 years+ - NCT07641790Recruiting
Vibration Devices to Improve Arm Movement After Stroke
This study tests whether wearing small vibrating devices on your arm can help improve movement and function in the arm weakened by stroke. The vibrations may help retrain your brain and muscles to work together better during the recovery period.
Faisalābad, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–60 - NCT07642908Recruiting
Brain imaging study of Parkinson's disease with LRRK2 gene mutations
This research study uses advanced MRI brain imaging to understand how a specific gene mutation (LRRK2) affects certain brain chemicals in people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to learn more about how this genetic form of Parkinson's works, which could help develop better treatments.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 45 years+ - NCT07643337Recruiting
Vagus Nerve Stimulation With Rehab to Improve Walking After Stroke
This study tests whether vagus nerve stimulation (a small device that stimulates a nerve in your neck) combined with rehabilitation therapy can help improve walking and leg function in stroke survivors. You would be one of the first to try this combination approach for stroke recovery.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 22–80 - NCT07643558Recruiting
Fish oil and weight training for cancer patients' muscle health
This study tests whether taking fish oil supplements combined with progressive weight training exercises can help preserve or build muscle strength in cancer patients undergoing treatment. The goal is to help you maintain physical function and quality of life during cancer care.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT07638462Recruiting
Early mobility recovery program after acute stroke
This study tests whether early movement and physical activity help stroke patients recover better mobility. You'd be in the hospital after a recent stroke, and the team would work with you on safe movement and exercises during your recovery.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07646054Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle coaching for preventing Alzheimer's in APOE4 carriers
This study tests a digital lifestyle coaching program designed to help prevent Alzheimer's disease in people who carry the APOE4 genetic variant, which increases risk. Over one year, you'll get personalized health coaching through apps and possibly a smart ring to track your progress.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 60–80 - NCT07641842Recruiting
Shoulder Surgery Nerve Block Pain Relief Study
This study looks at how well a single nerve-numbing injection (injected near nerves in your shoulder) works to control pain during outpatient arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Researchers want to understand your pain relief experience before, during, and after the procedure.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07639060Recruiting
Pain Relief Study Using Freezing Nerve Treatment
This study watches how well a freezing procedure works for chronic pain over 6 to 12 months. Your doctor thinks this procedure could help your pain, and the study simply tracks your recovery through questionnaires to help doctors understand if it works.
Old Saybrook, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07640711Recruiting
Brain-Computer Interface for High Spinal Cord Injury
This trial tests a surgically implanted brain-computer interface (BCI) system designed to help people with severe spinal cord injuries regain some ability to move or control devices using their thoughts. The device reads signals directly from the brain to bypass the injured spinal cord.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 18–70 - NCT07640503Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Lamivudine Treatment Study for Rett Syndrome
This study tests whether lamivudine, a medication originally used for HIV, might help improve symptoms in people with Rett syndrome. Researchers will monitor how safe and effective the treatment is over time.
Fortaleza, CearáAges 2 years+ - NCT07642154Recruiting
Balance and Sensory Training After Stroke
This study compares two types of physical therapy to help stroke patients improve balance, sensation in their legs, and confidence walking. The goal is to see which approach works better for people recovering from stroke.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–65 - NCT07645144Enrolling by invitation
Electrical Stimulation to Improve Walking After Spinal Cord Injury
This trial tests whether electrical stimulation of leg muscles, combined with gait training, can help people with incomplete spinal cord injuries walk better. Electrical stimulation works by sending mild electrical pulses to trigger muscle contractions, potentially improving strength and walking ability.
AmsterdamAges 17–85 - NCT07642674Recruiting
IV Pain Relief After Shoulder Arthroscopy Surgery
This study tests whether an intravenous pain medication (dexketoprofen) given during shoulder arthroscopy can reduce pain that returns after surgery ends. Researchers want to see if this approach helps keep patients more comfortable and need fewer pain medications overall.
Eskişehir, OdunpazarıAges 18–70 - NCT07642882Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Fibromyalgia Pain Relief
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment (rTMS) can reduce chronic pain in fibromyalgia patients. The treatment uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain and may help relieve widespread pain.
Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France RegionAges 18–80 - NCT07645794Enrolling by invitation
MRI Scans to Detect Bone and Muscle Loss in Kidney Disease
This study tests a new MRI imaging method to detect bone loss (osteoporosis) and muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with chronic kidney disease. The scan may help doctors catch these problems earlier and manage kidney disease better.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07644572Enrolling by invitation
Personalized Nutrition Plan for Children With Cerebral Palsy
This study tests whether a customized nutrition plan can help children with cerebral palsy improve their health and development. Researchers will work with your child's family to create a tailored eating plan and track how it affects their growth and well-being over time.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 6–12 - NCT07646119Recruiting
Understanding Hidden Hearing Loss in Older Adults
This study investigates 'hidden hearing loss'—a condition where people have normal standard hearing test results but still struggle to hear in difficult situations. Researchers want to understand this problem better in adults over 60 to potentially improve diagnosis and treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT07646314Recruiting
Physical therapy techniques for piriformis syndrome pain
This study compares two hands-on physical therapy methods to reduce pain from piriformis syndrome, a condition where a muscle in the buttock area pinches a nerve. You'll receive treatment and be asked which technique works better for your pain and movement.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–40 - NCT07639606Recruiting
Mobile therapy app for mood after recent stroke
This study tests whether using a smartphone or tablet app for cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy you do on your device) can help with anxiety and depression in the first month after a stroke. The goal is to see if this convenient, at-home approach improves how you feel during early recovery.
New York, New YorkAges 18–79 - NCT07642466Recruiting
Bladder Health and Life Quality in Spina Bifida
This study asks adults and teens with spina bifida about how their bladder care affects their daily life and well-being. Your answers will help doctors better understand what matters most to patients.
London, OntarioAges 13 years+ - NCT07638046RecruitingPhase 2
Mindful Walking and Brain Function in Older Adults
This study looks at how mindful walking—combining walking with focused attention—affects thinking and memory in older adults at risk for dementia. Researchers will track your brain activity and daily movement to see if this approach helps protect brain health.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 60 years+ - NCT07642856Recruiting
Brain Stimulation With Therapy for Cerebellar Disorders
This study tests a combination of gentle brain stimulation paired with specialized exercises designed to help people with cerebellar conditions—disorders affecting balance, coordination, and movement. The goal is to see if pairing these two approaches together works better than either alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT07643363Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Cognitive Impairment in Dementia
This study tests a new brain stimulation technique called temporal interference stimulation to help slow cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer's disease or frontotemporal dementia. Researchers will combine this stimulation with cognitive training to see if it improves memory and thinking skills.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 45–85
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.