Clinical trials
Athlete clinical trials
Below are recruiting athlete clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 127 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07201597Recruiting
Readiness and knee function after ACL surgery
This study looks at how your mental readiness, knee function, and strength relate after ACL reconstruction using a specific type of tendon graft. It may help you understand if you're ready to return to sports.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 18–35 - NCT07170930Enrolling by invitation
Training program for soccer players in preseason
This trial tests a training program for soccer players during their preseason. It looks at how fitness, blood markers, and body function change. It may help soccer players improve performance and prepare for the season.
Athens, DaphniAges 18–35 - NCT07128862Recruiting
Strength training with or without blood flow restriction in athletes
This trial compares heavy weightlifting with and without blood flow restriction (using special bands) to see which works better for building strength in active athletes. If you are a sprinter or football player, you may be able to join.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07115225Recruiting
Shoulder tests for athletes after a dislocation
This study tests a set of physical tests to see how well they measure shoulder function in people who have had a shoulder dislocation and plan to return to sports. It may help you understand if you are ready to go back to your sport safely.
AntwerpAges 16–55 - NCT07090356Recruiting
Soft tissue therapy versus stretching for athletes with piriformis syndrome
This study compares two techniques—instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization and PNF stretching—to see which works better for reducing pain and improving movement in athletes with piriformis syndrome. It may help if you are an athlete with ongoing buttock or hip pain that makes sitting uncomfortable.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07092930RecruitingPhase 3
Supplements for athletic performance and health
This trial tests if beta-alanine and sodium bicarbonate supplements can improve your physical performance and certain health markers. If you are a healthy, experienced athlete, this study might help you understand how these supplements affect your body.
Poznan, WielkopolskaAges 16–40 - NCT07037511Recruiting
Salbutamol in endurance athletes: a screening study
This trial tests how the asthma medication salbutamol affects endurance athletes. If you are a healthy athlete in running or cycling, your data may help improve sports safety.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–55 - NCT07026175Recruiting
Energy issues in high performance athletes
This study looks at energy problems in well-trained athletes who do weight-bearing exercise like running. It aims to understand why some athletes don't get enough energy, which can affect health and performance.
Fitzroy, VictoriaAges 18–45 - 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+ - NCT07005375Enrolling by invitation
Hot mineral water baths for rowers' pain and performance
This trial tests whether bathing in thermal mineral water can reduce pain and improve performance in rowers. It is open to competitive and recreational rowers who train regularly.
Budapest, BudapestAges 14–75 - NCT06996990Recruiting
Volleyball injury risk study for players
This study looks at what makes volleyball players more likely to get injured. If you join, you'll help researchers understand injury risks, which could lead to better prevention.
IzmirAges 3 weeks+ - NCT06977958Enrolling by invitation
Gluteal enhancement trial for non-active women
This trial tests a program called NASM OPT to see if it can improve hip appearance in women who haven't exercised for the last 6 months. It might help you if you're looking to reshape your hips safely.
Ferdows, South Khorasan ProvinceAges 20–45 - NCT06942208Recruiting
Iron study for female athletes aged 16 to 35
This study tests if taking iron supplements can help improve iron levels in female athletes who have low iron stores. It aims to see if this can boost performance and energy.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 16–35 - NCT06941064Enrolling by invitation
Study on body measurements and fitness in elite Mexican soccer players
This study looks at how body measurements and fitness levels relate to performance in elite soccer players from the Mexican national team. It aims to understand what makes a top player.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges Any age - NCT06894355Recruiting
Hydrotherapy for athletes with long-term back pain
This trial tests whether group hydrotherapy (water-based exercise) can help athletes with long-term low back pain. It may be a good fit if you are an active athlete, have had back pain for at least 3 months, and train frequently.
NetanyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06901310Enrolling by invitation
Hyperbaric oxygen for mild head injuries in combat athletes
This study tests whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a special chamber) helps men recover from mild head injuries better than the current standard care (rest). It is for male unarmed combat athletes who have been suspended for a head injury.
Marshfield, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06888635Enrolling by invitation
Predicting injury in athletes through metabolic markers
This study looks for chemicals in the body that change after sports injuries, which could help doctors understand and treat injuries better. It is for athletes aged 12 to 30 who have had a recent injury like a muscle pull, sprain, bruise, torn ligament, dislocation, or fracture during exercise.
ShanghaiAges 12–30 - 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 - NCT06852300Enrolling by invitation
Concussion recovery study for athletes
This study looks at how athletes recover from concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries. It aims to understand recovery patterns, which could help improve care for sports-related head injuries.
Conway, ArkansasAges 18–26 - 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 - NCT06801210Enrolling by invitation
Long-term health after elite weight-sensitive sports
This study looks at the long-term health of former elite athletes from sports that focus on weight, like gymnastics or rowing. Researchers want to understand how retiring from such sports affects your body and mind over time.
OsloAges 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 - NCT06384885Recruiting
Ultrasound for swimming lung fluid in open water athletes
This study uses ultrasound to check for fluid buildup in the lungs (swimming-induced pulmonary edema) in athletes who swim in open water races. It helps doctors understand how common this condition is and how to spot it quickly.
Parker, ColoradoAges 18 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for athlete?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 127 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.