Clinical trials
Cancer Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 189 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07489625RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Electroacupuncture and ear acupressure for cancer pain
This study tests whether adding electroacupuncture (a treatment using mild electric pulses on needles) and ear acupressure (pressing on specific points on the ear) to the pain medicine hydromorphone helps reduce cancer-related pain that isn't well managed by usual treatments.
XiningAges 18–80 - NCT04907643Recruiting
Virtual reality program to reduce stomach-cancer pain
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) can improve pain and other day-to-day symptoms in people with certain gastrointestinal cancers. You’d use VR for pain relief while researchers measure how you’re feeling.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT06511674Recruiting
Nerve pain risk study for cancer patients
This study looks at why some people with cancer develop nerve pain (neuropathic pain) during treatment. By tracking your health and symptoms, researchers hope to find ways to predict and prevent this side effect.
AjaccioAges 18 years+ - NCT06574009RecruitingPhase 4
Better options for chronic cancer pain in veterans
This study tests if switching from long-term opioid painkillers to buprenorphine (a different type of pain medication) can provide better pain relief for veterans who have had cancer but are currently cancer-free. It aims to find a safer and more effective way to manage chronic pain.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–99 - NCT07008703RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of sss40 for cancer bone pain
This trial tests a new injection called sss40 to treat moderate-to-severe pain caused by cancer that has spread to the bones. The goal is to see if it is safe and effective for people whose pain is not being controlled by current treatments.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT07038434Recruiting
Using artificial intelligence to measure pain in chronic pain patients
This study uses artificial intelligence to better understand and measure pain in people with chronic pain. The goal is to develop smarter ways to assess pain automatically, which could lead to better treatment.
Salerno, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07262632Recruiting
Cancer pain and AI assessment study
This study builds a database of videos and voice recordings from people with cancer, both with and without pain. The goal is to train artificial intelligence (AI) to automatically recognize pain, which could help doctors better manage it in the future.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT07318519Recruiting
Virtual reality for chronic cancer pain
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help reduce chronic pain in people with cancer. If you have had cancer pain for at least three months and rate your pain as 4 or more out of 10, you may be able to join.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT00515060Recruiting
Study pain testing in cancer patients and healthy volunteers
This trial uses controlled, short-term pain testing (a “pain study”) to better understand how pain works during and after certain cancer treatments. It may help researchers improve how cancer therapy pain is measured and managed.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07445386Recruiting
Nerve block for upper abdominal cancer pain
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks to treat severe pain from upper abdominal cancers like stomach, pancreas, or liver cancer. It may be an option if your pain hasn't been controlled with standard treatments.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07657390RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Acupoint plaster for moderate to severe cancer pain
This study tests a special pain-relief plaster placed on acupoints (body points used in acupuncture) to see if it can help people with moderate to severe cancer pain who are already taking pain medications. The goal is to find a gentler way to improve pain control.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT04874038RecruitingPhase 3
Lidocaine infusions to prevent long-lasting pain after breast surgery
This Phase 3 study tests whether receiving lidocaine through an IV during breast surgery can lower the chance of ongoing pain afterward. If it works, it may help some people avoid chronic, surgery-related pain in the chest wall, shoulder, or arm.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–100 - NCT06498037RecruitingPhase 4
Better fentanyl dosing for cancer pain
This trial is testing a new way to give fentanyl under the skin for cancer-related pain. The goal is to find the right dose quickly and safely to make sure you get enough pain relief.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18–120 - NCT06663956RecruitingPhase 3
Web app for cancer pain management study
This trial tests whether a special website or app can help people with cancer do a better job managing their pain. If you have moderate or severe cancer pain that needs morphine and you can use a simple app to track your symptoms, this may help you feel better.
Chengdu, SichuanAges Any age - NCT07326137Recruiting
Pain relief and first-line treatment for advanced bile duct or pancreatic cancer
This study tests combining standard first-line cancer therapy with a nerve block to reduce pain in people with advanced bile duct or pancreatic cancer. It aims to see if this combination can improve pain control and quality of life.
Wuhan, HubeiAges Any age - NCT07578376Recruiting
Pain Relief Program for Cancer Survivors
This study tests an online pain-management program called Empowered Relief® designed specifically for cancer survivors dealing with chronic pain. You'll complete surveys and attend virtual classes to learn techniques that may help reduce your daily pain.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–120 - NCT07447856RecruitingPhase 1
Herbal plasters for pain relief while using opioids
This trial tests a topical herbal plaster to see if it can help reduce pain in people with cancer who are already taking opioids. The plaster is placed on the most painful area and may allow you to use less opioid medication.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06160323Recruiting
Pain block for inoperable pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether an early nerve block during endoscopy can better control pain from pancreatic cancer compared to waiting and using standard treatments.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07057232Recruiting
Chronic insomnia treatment for non-cancer pain patients
This study is testing a treatment for chronic insomnia (trouble sleeping) in people who have long-term pain from non-cancer causes. Researchers want to see if improving sleep can help you manage your pain better.
Badalona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06404983Recruiting
Opioid-free anesthesia for breast cancer surgery
This study tests whether breast cancer surgery can be done safely without using opioid pain medicines during anesthesia. The goal is to see if avoiding opioids leads to fewer side effects and a smoother recovery.
Ioannina, EpirusAges 18–99 - NCT06328751Recruiting
Virtual reality meditation for cancer pain relief
This study tests whether using meditation with virtual reality can help reduce pain in people with cancer. If you have chronic pain from cancer and can use a simple VR headset, this might be a gentle way to find relief.
Manaus, AmazonasAges 18–75 - NCT07187219Recruiting
TMS for nerve pain in cancer patients
This trial tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation, can reduce chronic nerve pain caused by cancer or its treatment. It may help patients who have not found relief from standard pain medications.
Saint-EtienneAges 18–85 - NCT07605546Recruiting
Radiation Therapy for Cancer Pain Relief
This trial tests whether a focused radiation treatment called SRS (stereotactic radiosurgery) can help relieve severe cancer pain that hasn't improved with strong pain medications. You would receive a one-time radiation procedure aimed at pain-causing areas in your brain.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07616648Recruiting
How Opioid Pain Drugs Affect Sleep and Mood in Cancer Patients
This study examines how opioid medications (strong pain relievers) impact sleep quality and emotional well-being in cancer patients with moderate to severe pain. Researchers will track your sleep patterns and mood to better understand these side effects.
HangzhouAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 189 recruiting cancer pain 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 cancer pain 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 cancer pain 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.