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
- NCT04218617RecruitingPhase 2
One vs two radiation treatments for spine metastases
This trial tests whether giving radiation to a spine metastasis in one dose works as well as giving it in two smaller doses. It aims to control tumors while keeping side effects and risk to the spinal cord low.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07418060Recruiting
Pre-surgery therapy to improve shoulder function after breast reconstruction
This trial tests whether doing physiotherapy and using a device that gently vibrates the shoulder before surgery can reduce pain and improve shoulder movement after breast reconstruction using a latissimus dorsi flap. It might help you recover faster and have less discomfort.
Bordeaux, AquitaineAges 18 years+ - NCT06223659RecruitingPhase 2
EMLA cream for pain during lymphoscintigraphy for skin cancer
This trial tests whether EMLA cream can reduce pain from injections needed to map lymph nodes for certain skin cancers. If you are scheduled for lymphoscintigraphy and sentinel lymph node biopsy, you may be eligible.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–99 - NCT07494864Recruiting
Urinary tract health and microbiome study
This study looks at how bacteria and the immune system affect the lower urinary tract. It includes healthy volunteers and people with various urinary conditions, like infections or bladder pain.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06704698Recruiting
Pain relief after esophageal surgery: comparing two nerve blocks
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (paravertebral and epidural) to see which provides better pain relief after esophagectomy. The goal is to find the safest and most effective way to manage pain for patients undergoing this surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07431892Recruiting
Pain after robotic vs. laparoscopic colon cancer surgery
This study compares pain levels after two types of minimally invasive colon cancer surgery: robotic and laparoscopic. It aims to see if one approach leads to less pain, which may help you recover more comfortably.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07479199Recruiting
Radiofrequency ablation and radiation for painful spine tumors
This trial tests a treatment that uses heat (radiofrequency ablation) and radiation to relieve pain from tumors in the spine. It may help if you have cancer that has spread to your upper or lower back and you have moderate to severe pain.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05996367Recruiting
Single radiation dose for painful myeloma bone lesions
This trial is testing whether a single dose of radiation can effectively relieve bone pain caused by multiple myeloma. It is designed for people who have a painful bone lesion and are stable on or off treatment.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–85 - NCT07427537Recruiting
Studying nerve damage from chemotherapy in colorectal and lung cancer patients
This study looks for small molecules in the blood that might predict nerve damage caused by certain chemotherapies. If you have colorectal or lung cancer and are starting a specific chemo plan, this trial could help researchers understand why some people get nerve problems and others don't.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT05985148RecruitingPhase 1
Radiosurgery for chronic chest or stomach wall pain
This trial tests whether a precise, one-time radiation treatment (stereotactic radiosurgery) can relieve long-term pain in the chest or stomach wall. It may be an option for people whose pain is not well controlled with standard pain medicines.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07796399RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing two pain blocks for children after chest surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which provides better pain relief for children after chest surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and improve recovery.
Cairo, EgyptAges 5–18 - NCT06507748Recruiting
Measuring pain with a finger device in NF1
This study tests a new way to measure pain and other sensations in people with NF1 using a device that clips onto a finger or toe. The device looks at how your pupil reacts to mild pulses, which may help doctors better understand your pain.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–120 - NCT06744816RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Can capsaicin cream ease nerve pain after chemotherapy?
This study tests whether a capsaicin cream (made from chili peppers) can help reduce pain in the legs caused by nerve damage from past chemotherapy. It's for people who still have pain 3 months or more after finishing chemo.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07330063RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief injection after laparoscopic stomach cancer surgery
This trial tests an injection called Anrikefon to see if it can safely and effectively reduce pain after surgery to remove part of the stomach for cancer. The surgery is done through small cuts (laparoscopic), and this treatment is given after surgery to help with pain while you recover.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06162403Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for chemo-related leg pain
This study tests whether a small device that sends gentle electrical pulses to nerves in your leg can relieve pain caused by chemotherapy. If you have ongoing nerve pain in your legs from past chemo, this treatment might offer a new way to manage it.
Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06071637RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing mouth sores with laser therapy in stem cell transplant
This trial tests if a low-power laser can prevent painful mouth sores and throat pain in people getting a stem cell transplant from a donor. The laser is applied to the mouth before sores start, aiming to reduce pain and speed healing.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18–100 - NCT06411795RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two pain relief methods after Whipple surgery
This study compares two ways to manage pain after Whipple surgery: a long-lasting numbing injection near the belly muscles (rectus sheath block) versus an epidural (a tube placed in your back). The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and recovery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07061769Enrolling by invitation
Using a gentle head device to help with nerve pain from chemo
This trial tests a low-intensity cranial PEMF device to see if it can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. Participants use the device at home and receive text messages to track their symptoms.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT04693377Recruiting
Freezing tumor treatment plus targeted radiation for painful bone spread
This study tests whether combining a “freezing” procedure (cryoablation) with focused external radiation (SBRT) can reduce pain from bone metastases. It’s for people with certain cancers that have spread to bone and are having significant pain in a specific bone spot.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06348719Recruiting
Robot vs. standard laparoscopy for early endometrial cancer
This trial compares two types of minimally invasive surgery (robot-assisted vs. conventional laparoscopy) for removing the uterus in people with early-stage, low- to intermediate-risk endometrial cancer. The goal is to see which approach offers the best value and outcomes.
LilleAges 18 years+
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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.