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Caregiver Burden clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Caregiver Burden — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
43 US clinical trials · 27 currently recruiting
The research picture
Caregiver Burden has 43 registered US clinical trials, 27 of them open to new participants right now — about 63% of the total.
- 27
- recruiting participants now
- 63%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 3
- top sponsor: Emory University
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Evaluating Novel Healthcare Approaches to Nurturing and Caring for Hospitalized Elders
University of Michigan
NCT05929703
Palliative Care Education in Assisted Living for Dementia Care Providers (PCEAL-DCP)
University of South Florida
NCT06722352
STELLA-FTD: Examination of a Behavior Change Intervention for FTD Family Care Partners
Oregon Health and Science University
NCT06613204
The Nuestros Días ("Our Days") Study
University of Alabama at Birmingham
NCT06475534
Telephone Support in Advanced Gastrointestinal Cancer
Indiana University
NCT06532877
Evaluating the Efficacy of the Pain Identification and Communication Toolkit
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
NCT06168604
The SNAP Tool for Head and Neck Cancer Survivor-Caregiver Dyads
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT05811936
Swallowing Impairments in Adults With and Without Alzheimer's Disease
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT06678100
Support Via Technology: Living and Learning With Advancing Dementia-REVISED
Oregon Health and Science University
NCT06460012
Efficacy and Sustainability of a Carepartner-Integrated Telerehabilitation Program for Persons With Stroke
Emory University
NCT06655402
Learning Skills Together Family Caregiver Complex Intervention
Case Western Reserve University
NCT05846984
A Study of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Caregivers to People With Cancer
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT06307535
I-CARE 2: Mobile Telehealth to Reduce Alzheimer'S-related Symptoms
Indiana University
NCT05733520
NLit and Outcomes in HNC Survivor-Caregiver Dyads
University of Kansas Medical Center
NCT07021885
SAGE LEAF 2: An Online Program to Reduce Dementia Caregiver Burden
Northwestern University
NCT06708182
Caregiving While Black
Emory University
NCT05772689
Caregiver Stress and Sleep Study
University of Pittsburgh
NCT05219955
Reducing Suicide Risk Among Aging Caregivers of Persons With AD/ADRD
Texas Tech University
NCT06055322
Testing & Refinement of CarePair: An Assessment and Referral Platform to Support Family Caregivers of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.
University of Southern California
NCT06418971
Caregivers Preparing for Their Own Health Care Emergency
University of California, Davis
NCT06635876
I-CARE Rural Pilot: Intervention for Rural-Dwelling Dementia Caregivers
Richard Holden
NCT07054385
A rTMS and Virtual Reality Based Cognitive Rehabilitation Program for MCI
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
NCT06024473
DECIDE: Dyads and Families
Emory University
NCT05139290
I-CARE 2: Mobile Telehealth to Reduce Alzheimer'S-related Symptoms in Hispanic Individuals
Indiana University
NCT06099197
Digital Health Physical Activity Program for Older Family Care Partners of Patents With Heart Failure
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05852509
A Dyadic Intervention for Young Adult Patients With Cancer and Their Partner Caregivers
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT06172907
LEgal Guidance and AdvocaCY for CAREgivers (LEGACY CARE): A Pilot Clinical Trial for Caregivers of Persons With Colorectal Cancer
Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
NCT07153016
A Spanish-language Caregiver-Enabled Care Program
Ceresti Health
NCT06631144
Treatment to Improve Sleep in Caregivers With Insomnia and a Child With Autism
University of Pennsylvania
NCT05373537
Hispanic Adapted and Culturally Relevant Exercising Together
University of Arizona
NCT06018311
Efficacy of Caregiver Training Program in Enhancing Caregiver and Patient Outcomes
MapHabit
NCT05527405
10-Week Physical Activity Program for Mothers of Children With Developmental Disabilities
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT07182071
Comprehensive Home-based Dementia Care Coordination for Medicare-Medicaid Dual Eligibles in Maryland
Johns Hopkins University
NCT02395731
MIND: Care Coordination for Community-living Person With Dementia
Johns Hopkins University
NCT02396082
Building a Bridge (BAB) Between Clinical and Community Care
Sato Ashida
NCT03932812
CAPABLE Family Pilot - Adapting CAPABLE for Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)/Early Stage Dementia and Their Care Partners
Johns Hopkins University
NCT05187117
Wellness Coaching for Caregivers of Thoracic Transplant Candidates
Mayo Clinic
NCT04245228
Improving Care Through Improv: Promoting Mastery in the Moment
Georgia State University
NCT05996718
Support for Caregivers of Older Adults With Cognitive Decline
State University of New York at Buffalo
NCT04787068
Intervention Development and Evaluation to Reduce Disparities in Quality of Life for Latino Families Impacted by Cancer
University of California, Irvine
NCT06622252
Rhythmically Entrained Exercise in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
NCT05462977
Adapting and Implementing the I-HoME Intervention in Caregivers of Patients With ADRD
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
NCT06488157
Telesupport: Evaluation of Professionally Led Support Groups for Caregivers
Thomas Jefferson University
NCT00259415
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Caregiver Burden Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 43 US studies indexed under Caregiver Burden, and 27 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 63% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Caregiver Burden shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 1 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Caregiver Burden is led by Emory University with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 43 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Caregiver Burden?
PlainTrial tracks 43 US clinical trials for Caregiver Burden, of which 27 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Caregiver Burden?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.