Clinical trials
Athlete clinical trials
Below are recruiting athlete clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 133 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05447416Recruiting
Intermittent low-oxygen training versus oxygen chamber training
This study compares two ways of training the body for better aerobic fitness: short, controlled low-oxygen workouts versus treatment in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. It may help athletes improve endurance, measured by their breathing and fitness performance.
ZrifinAges 18–45 - NCT05768841Recruiting
Study mental health in runners, triathletes, and endurance athletes
This study looks at how common mental health concerns are among endurance athletes like marathon runners, ultramarathon runners, and triathletes. It may help researchers better understand which athletes may need support.
Pierre-BéniteAges 16 years+ - NCT05866835Recruiting
Digital mouth guard safety and fit check in boxing or rugby
This study tests a digitalised way of providing or checking an intraoral (mouth) protection device for people who play contact sports like boxing, rugby, or football. It mainly checks whether the protection can be safely used for eligible participants.
BordeauxAges 16–35 - NCT05922462Recruiting
Greek yogurt study in young athletes
This study tests whether eating more Greek yogurt affects health in youth and young adult athletes. It may help researchers understand benefits and safety for active people.
St. Catharines, OntarioAges 15–22 - NCT05936840Recruiting
Track menstrual cycles with a new monitoring method
This study uses regular testing (including ultrasounds) to monitor menstrual patterns across multiple cycles. It may help people understand and predict menstrual and ovulation-related changes, especially in people with PCOS or those who are athletes.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–55 - NCT06246669Recruiting
Exercise and fear after concussion in college athletes
This study looks at whether prescribed exercise can help college athletes feel less afraid of pain after a concussion. It aims to see if exercise helps them recover better.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–25 - NCT06259617Recruiting
Heart health in young athletes over 3 years
This study follows young athletes over three years to see how their hearts adapt to regular training. Researchers will use yearly checkups to learn more about heart health in active kids and teens.
München, BavariaAges 7–18 - NCT06351618Recruiting
Injury study in Sweden's top women's hockey league
This study observes injuries in professional women ice hockey players in Sweden's highest league, the SDHL, now that body-checking is allowed. It may help understand injury patterns and improve safety.
MalmöAges 16–110 - NCT06431334Recruiting
Protein needs for older male cyclists after exercise
This study looks at how much protein male cyclists over 65 need after a cycling workout to stay healthy and perform well. You will complete about 7 lab visits and do exercise and diet tasks to help researchers find the right protein amount.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT06483269Recruiting
Platelet-rich plasma injection for knee arthritis in young athletes
This trial tests using your own platelet-rich plasma (PRP), made from a blood sample, as an injection to treat knee osteoarthritis in active young adults. The goal is to see if it reduces pain and helps you stay active.
BolognaAges 18–40 - NCT06485063Recruiting
Myofascial release therapy for athletes
This study tests a hands-on therapy called myofascial release to see if it improves how athletes move, perform, and recover. It's for healthy athletes who train regularly and compete.
Florianópolis, Santa CatarinaAges 18–45 - NCT07693634Recruiting
Online rehab for knee pain in active adults
This study tests a home-based tele-rehabilitation program for people with front knee pain (patellofemoral pain syndrome) who are recreational athletes. It aims to see if online guided exercises can reduce pain and improve function.
Faisalābad, PunjanAges 18–35 - NCT07692113Recruiting
Taping vs. movement control for big toe stiffness in athletes
This study compares two treatments for athletes with a stiff big toe (functional hallux limitus) that affects running. It tests whether a special tape or a movement retraining technique works better to improve toe motion and reduce pain.
Cairo, Zahraa AlmaadyAges 18–35 - NCT06518954Recruiting
Eating disorder triggers in athletes
This study looks at what triggers eating disorders in athletes. If you are a competitive athlete—either with or without a history of an eating disorder—you may be able to join and help researchers understand these triggers better.
FredrikstadAges 16–50 - NCT06617559Recruiting
Comparing two tendon grafts for ACL repair
This trial compares two types of tendon grafts (quadriceps versus hamstring) to see which works better for ACL reconstruction. It may help athletes find the best option for their knee injury.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06634134Recruiting
Cycling study for female cyclists
This trial studies how the menstrual cycle affects cycling performance. It uses the JOIN cycling app to track your cycle and exercise, which may help athletes understand their bodies better.
GroningenAges 12–60 - NCT06651619Recruiting
Hydration education and prescribed fluid for high school athletes
This trial tests whether learning about hydration and following a specific fluid-intake plan helps high school athletes stay better hydrated during sports. It could be a simple way to improve your performance and health.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 13–19 - NCT06666608Recruiting
Bone stimulator for back stress fractures
This trial tests whether a bone stimulator device can help heal a specific type of spinal stress fracture (spondylolysis) in people aged 16 to 40 who are active in sports and plan to do physical therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 16–40 - NCT06685666Recruiting
Band exercises for better shooting in handball
This study tests if adding band exercises to the warm-up routine can improve shooting accuracy and the health of arm muscles in young female handball players.
Istanbul, MaltepeAges 12–18 - NCT06705881Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for athletes with jumper's knee
This trial tests if extracorporeal shock wave therapy (a non-surgical treatment using sound waves) can help athletes with patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee. It is for people who have had pain in the patellar tendon for at least 6 months and are active in jumping sports.
Kırşehir, CenterAges 18–65 - NCT07013019Recruiting
Normal knee rotation in athletes
This study measures normal knee rotation in athletes who play sports with pivoting movements. It helps doctors understand what healthy knee motion looks like, so they can better diagnose injuries.
Toulon, VarAges 15 years+ - NCT06781580Recruiting
Ergonomic program for competitive esports players
This study tests an ergonomic protocol designed to help competitive esports athletes avoid injuries and stay comfortable during long gaming sessions. It focuses on PC gamers who use a mouse and keyboard and are already on a team.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT06807957Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for amateur CrossFit® athletes
This trial tests whether a breathing muscle training program can help amateur CrossFit® athletes improve their performance. You would do the training at home for 5 days each week.
Sete Lagoas, Minas GeraisAges 18–60 - NCT06837376Recruiting
Metabolic testing and carbs education for teen female athletes
This study looks at whether metabolic testing and education can change how teenage female athletes think about eating carbohydrates. It may help you understand how your body uses energy.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 13–19
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for athlete?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 133 recruiting athlete studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a athlete trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a athlete trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.