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Movement Disorders clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Movement Disorders — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
27 US clinical trials · 16 currently recruiting
The research picture
Movement Disorders has 27 registered US clinical trials, 16 of them open to new participants right now — about 59% of the total.
- 16
- recruiting participants now
- 59%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 3
- top sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital
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
Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Involuntary Movement Disorders
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT00001208
Abbott DBS Post-Market Study of Outcomes for Indications Over Time
Abbott Medical Devices
NCT04071847
Target ALS Biomarker Study; Longitudinal Biofluids, Clinical Measures, and At Home Measures
Target ALS Foundation
NCT05137665
A Retrospective Survey-based Multicenter Study to Delineate the Molecular and Phenotypic Spectrum of Epilepsy-dyskinesia Syndromes
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT06585605
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Genomic Sequencing Initiative (HSPseq)
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT05354622
Validating a New Machine-Learned Accelerometer Algorithm Using Doubly Labeled Water
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
NCT05736302
Moderate Versus High Volume Light-Moderate Intensity Exercise for People With Moderate Parkinson's Disease
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT06088355
Neurophysiology of the Basal Ganglia, Thalamus, and Cerebellum in Patients With Movement Disorders
University of Pennsylvania
NCT06848530
Analysis of Human Movement With Assistive Devices
Orthocare Innovations
NCT05729061
Non-invasive BCI-controlled Assistive Devices
University of Texas at Austin
NCT05183152
A Multicenter Pediatric Deep Brain Stimulation Registry
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT06585618
Neurophysiological, Behavioral, and Cognitive Networks in Movement Disorders
University of Alabama at Birmingham
NCT04061135
Cognitive Decline Following Deep Brain Stimulation
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT05822388
A Post-Approval Registry for Exablate 4000 Type 1.0 and Type 1.1 for Unilateral Pallidotomy for the Treatment of Advanced, Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease With Medication-refractory Moderate to Severe Motor Complications
InSightec
NCT05539196
Towards Restoring Complex Movement After Paralysis: Algorithm Development With Healthy Participants
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT07236892
Leg Stretching Using an Exoskeleton on Demand for People With Spasticity
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT05926596
Mobile Parkinson Observatory for Worldwide, Evidence-based Research (mPower)
Sage Bionetworks
NCT02696603
DIAMOND-Lewy Guidelines for Antipsychotic Use in Older Patients
Ohio State University
NCT06357195
Global Registry: ExAblate Neuro MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) of Neurological Disorders:
InSightec
NCT03100474
Genotype/Phenotype Correlation of Movement Disorders and Other Neurological Diseases
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT00001667
Open-label, Long-term Safety Extension Study of AFQ056 in Parkinson's Patients With L-dopa Induced Dyskinesias
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
NCT01491932
Heart Rate Variability in Response to Metformin Challenge
Woodinville Psychiatric Associates
NCT02500628
Golf Instruction Versus Tai Chi for People With Parkinson's Disease
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT03563807
Database Of Clinical Data For Individuals With Variants In The IRF2BPL Gene
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT03892798
Postural Effects of Being Rotated in a Whole Body Gyroscope
Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
NCT01188161
Proprioception and Meditation
University of Miami
NCT03079817
Music-listening During Deep Brain Stimulation to Relieve Anxiety
Darlene A. Lobel, MD
NCT03091335
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Movement Disorders Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 27 US studies indexed under Movement Disorders, and 16 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 59% 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 Movement Disorders shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 2 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 Movement Disorders is led by Boston Children's Hospital with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 27 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 Movement Disorders?
PlainTrial tracks 27 US clinical trials for Movement Disorders, of which 16 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Movement Disorders?
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.
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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.