Clinical trials
Chronic Widespread Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic widespread pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 26 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05752396Recruiting
Study of Pain Patterns Over Time in Kids
This study follows kids who have a specific type of chronic pain (headaches, stomach pain, or muscle/joint pain) to better understand how pain changes over time. It also checks whether certain factors are linked to those pain patterns.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–19 - NCT06795386Recruiting
Widespread pain after rapid weight loss in Black and Hispanic adults
This study looks at whether rapid weight loss from bariatric surgery leads to long-term widespread pain in Black and Hispanic adults. The goal is to understand how weight loss affects pain and find better ways to help people manage it.
New York, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT07212829Recruiting
Brain stimulation during exercise for chronic pain
This trial tests whether adding gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) to exercise can help people with chronic widespread pain (like fibromyalgia). It aims to see if this combination reduces pain better than exercise alone.
JetteAges 18–70 - NCT06929598Recruiting
Shiatsu for chronic pain in children and teens
This study tests whether Shiatsu—a gentle, hands-on therapy—can help reduce chronic, non-inflammatory pain in children and adolescents. If you or your child have had long-term pain without inflammation and are already being seen at a specific pain clinic in Tel Aviv, this trial might be a good fit.
Tel Aviv, Tel AvivAges 10–18 - NCT06906211Recruiting
Ultrasound for chronic back pain in veterans
This trial tests if a gentle ultrasound treatment to a specific part of the brain can help veterans with chronic back pain. It aims to see if targeting the insula can reduce pain that spreads to other areas of the body.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 21–75 - NCT06345872Recruiting
Better sleep to help reduce opioid use for chronic pain
This study tests a sleep improvement program to help people with chronic widespread pain reduce or stop their opioid pain medication. If you want to cut back on opioids and have trouble sleeping, this treatment might be a good fit.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06208514Recruiting
Brief Pain Exposure Therapy for chronic pain conditions
This study tests a type of talk therapy called Brief Pain Exposure Therapy (BPET) for people with certain chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia, lupus, or chronic low back pain. It aims to help reduce pain by changing how your brain responds to it.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT04787848Recruiting
Testing pain causes and treatments in people with HIV
This study looks at why chronic widespread pain happens in people with HIV and tests new ways to understand and treat it. You may be able to join if your HIV is stable on treatment and you meet pain and safety requirements.
Miami, FloridaAges 19–65 - NCT05069363Recruiting
Light therapy for widespread chronic pain
This trial tests whether using a whole-body light treatment (photobiomodulation) can reduce widespread chronic pain. It may help if you have long-lasting, widespread pain and can safely use the device for about 6 weeks.
BirminghamAges 18–100 - NCT06240299Recruiting
Neurofeedback for chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to see if it can help people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have chronic widespread pain. It uses a computer to show you your brain activity and teach you to control it, which may reduce pain.
Glasgow, ScotlandAges 18–75 - NCT07787741Recruiting
Cervical Epidural Injection for Chronic Neck Pain
This study tests a cervical epidural block (an injection into the neck area) as a treatment for chronic neck pain. It aims to see if this injection can help reduce pain in people with nerve-related neck pain.
Adapazarı, SakaryaAges 18–55 - NCT07244861Enrolling by invitation
TENS for neck muscle stiffness and pain
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation device (TENS) applied to the neck can reduce muscle stiffness and pain in people with ongoing neck pain. If you have had neck pain for at least 6 weeks and are willing to avoid certain medications the day before, you may be able to join.
ErzurumAges 18–50 - NCT07282392Recruiting
Emotional awareness therapy for lupus and fibromyalgia pain
This study tests if a therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can help people with lupus and fibromyalgia or chronic widespread pain feel better by addressing emotional factors that may worsen their pain. You would attend sessions to learn how to understand and express your emotions in healthy ways.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–65 - NCT07215104Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a special type of spinal cord stimulation (called BurstDR) in people with chronic low back pain. If you already have a spinal cord stimulator and it helps your pain, researchers want to see if adding muscle stimulation can provide even more relief.
Charleston, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06902233Recruiting
Brain stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help people with long-lasting low back pain. It uses mild electrical currents to adjust brain activity and may reduce pain and improve daily function.
Dunedin, OtagoAges 18–75 - NCT07791355Recruiting
Testing pain reprocessing therapy for chronic pain
This study tests a psychological treatment called Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) for people with chronic primary pain like fibromyalgia or back pain. It aims to see if this treatment is feasible and helpful in a specialist pain clinic.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07049029Recruiting
Physical activity and pain resilience study for teens
This study tests if physical activity can help teenagers with chronic pain feel better and be more active. It may help you learn ways to manage pain.
Columbus, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT07048366Recruiting
Mindfulness in a museum for fibromyalgia pain relief
This study tests whether a mindfulness program held in a museum setting can help women with fibromyalgia feel less pain and improve their quality of life. You would attend sessions in a museum and practice mindfulness techniques.
Chieti, AbruzzoAges 18–60 - NCT07677631Recruiting
Emotional allodynia in fibromyalgia: a questionnaire study
This study compares how people with fibromyalgia and those with other long-term pain conditions experience emotional pain (like feeling hurt by emotions). You will fill out a questionnaire about emotional sensitivity. The goal is to see if emotional allodynia (pain from emotions) is more common in fibromyalgia.
BariAges 18 years+ - NCT07294651Recruiting
Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
SivasAges 18–70 - NCT07742111Recruiting
Virtual reality for long-term low back pain
This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can help people with chronic low back pain feel better and move more comfortably. You might join if you have had low back pain for a while, your pain is moderate, and you have some fear of movement.
AmaranteAges 18 years+ - NCT06094660Recruiting
Nerve blocking for knee arthritis pain
This study tests two treatments for knee arthritis pain when knee replacement isn't an option: a nerve block using heat (radiofrequency ablation) or a chemical injection (phenol), compared to standard care. It aims to find a better way to reduce pain and improve daily function.
Hoorn, North HollandAges 35–90 - NCT06913868Recruiting
Comparing two types of physical therapy for fibromyalgia pain
This study compares a standard physical therapy approach with one based on group consensus to see which works better for fibromyalgia pain. It may help find a more personalized treatment for your condition.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT06297200Recruiting
Ultrasound treatment for complex back pain patients
This study tests a new, non-invasive ultrasound treatment for people with long-term back pain who also have opioid use disorder and anxiety. It aims to see if this gentle brain stimulation can reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic widespread pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 26 recruiting chronic widespread 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 chronic widespread 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 chronic widespread 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.