Clinical trials
Control clinical trials
Below are recruiting control clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,039 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06082180RecruitingPhase 3
Preventive neck lymph node removal in low-risk thyroid cancer
This trial is for people with low-risk papillary thyroid cancer. It compares two surgical approaches: one that removes just the thyroid gland, and another that also removes some lymph nodes in the center of the neck as a preventive measure. The goal is to see if removing these lymph nodes helps prevent the cancer from coming back.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06082453Recruiting
Modernizing syphilis testing in pregnancy and beyond
This study is testing a new, faster way to check for syphilis in pregnant people, new mothers, and their newborns, as well as in men and non-pregnant people at a Harris Health clinic. The goal is to make sure more people get the right treatment quickly.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 45 years - NCT06083298Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain after cervical spine surgery
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks to see which works better for pain after back-of-the-neck surgery. It aims to help patients have less pain and use less opioid medicine.
Zagazig, AlsharqiaAges 21–60 - NCT06083649Recruiting
Dental education: AI vs. human counseling for gum disease
This trial compares two ways of teaching about dental care—AI-assisted education versus speaking with a counselor—to see which one helps people with gum disease better control plaque and improve treatment outcomes.
Kaohsiung CityAges 35–65 - NCT06086951Recruiting
Chatbot-based therapy for caregivers of children with special needs
This trial tests an AI-powered chatbot that delivers Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help Cantonese-speaking caregivers in Hong Kong manage stress and improve their parenting skills. It is designed for caregivers who live with a child aged 2–8 with autism, ADHD, or developmental delay.
Hong KongAges 19 years+ - NCT06090097Recruiting
Game therapy for knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests a game-based therapy that uses biofeedback to help strengthen your knee. It may help you move better and feel less pain.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 30–75 - NCT06091332RecruitingPhase 2
Sirolimus for brainstem cavernoma bleeding
This trial tests if sirolimus, a medicine that may help reduce abnormal blood vessels, can prevent another brain bleed in people who recently had a bleed from a brainstem cavernoma. You would receive either sirolimus or a placebo to see if it works.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06091774Recruiting
Digital therapy for heart disease risk factors
This study tests a smartphone app (iATROS) for managing heart disease risk factors in patients with coronary heart disease. If you have had a heart attack, a stent, angioplasty, or bypass surgery, and you can use a smartphone, this program may help you reduce your risk through digital monitoring and guidance.
Munich, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06093932RecruitingPhase 4
Songling Xuemaikang Capsules for mild high blood pressure
This study tests whether Songling Xuemaikang Capsules can help lower blood pressure in people with mild hypertension who are not currently on regular medication. It may offer a natural treatment option for managing early-stage high blood pressure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 35–65 - NCT06098612RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET imaging study for Parkinson's and related disorders
This study uses a new PET scan tracer called [11C]SY08 to take pictures of the brain in people with Parkinson's, multiple system atrophy, or dementia with Lewy bodies. It aims to see if this tracer can help better understand and tell apart these conditions.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 50–80 - NCT06100172Recruiting
Ear Stimulation After Back Surgery
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation placed on the ear (tAuricular Neurostimulation) can help reduce pain and improve recovery after lumbar spine surgery. It is for people who are already scheduled for a lumbar fusion or laminectomy and want to see if this non-invasive approach can ease their post-surgery discomfort.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06101225Recruiting
Relaxation and guided imagery for school kids
This trial studies a relaxation and guided imagery program for children in 3rd and 4th grade. It aims to help students feel calmer and more focused in school.
LisbonAges 7–12 - NCT06101862Recruiting
CT scan vs. angiogram for certain heart attacks
This trial compares two ways to look at heart arteries: a CT scan (noninvasive) versus a traditional angiogram (a tube put into an artery). The goal is to see which is better for people having a certain type of heart attack.
Copenhagen, HellerupAges Any age - NCT06104540Recruiting
Liquid Vaseline vs Olive Oil for Itching and Scarring After Scald Burns
This study compares two natural oils—liquid vaseline and olive oil—to see which one reduces itching and scarring better after a scald burn. You may qualify if you have a healed second-degree burn that no longer needs bandages.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT06107361Recruiting
Guidewire use for ultrasound-guided IVs
This trial tests whether using a special guidewire during ultrasound-guided IV placement helps the IV last longer. It may be a good option if you have hard-to-find veins and need an IV.
Royal Oak, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06108648RecruitingPhase 4
Lavender essential oil wraps for babies with bronchiolitis
This study tests whether lavender essential oil chest wraps help babies hospitalized with bronchiolitis breathe easier and recover faster. If effective, it could offer a natural way to soothe breathing difficulties.
FribourgAges Up to 11 months - NCT06109454Recruiting
Huaier granules after lung cancer surgery
This study tests whether Huaier granules can help prevent lung cancer from coming back after surgery. It is for people with stage II–IIIA non-small cell lung cancer who have recently had their tumor completely removed and have not had other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–75 - NCT06111599Recruiting
Thermovision-guided lumbar nerve block for severe leg pain
This trial tests a procedure called a lumbar sympathetic block (a numbing injection around nerves in your lower back) guided by a special heat-sensing camera. It aims to improve blood flow and reduce severe leg pain caused by chronic limb-threatening ischemia.
KošiceAges 20–80 - NCT06113211RecruitingPhase 4
Non-opioid pain control after fracture surgery
This trial tests a combination of non-opioid medications to manage pain after surgery for a broken bone, aiming to reduce or avoid the use of opioids. It may help you control pain without the risks of strong painkillers.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–80 - NCT06115486Recruiting
Exercise to improve muscle after breast cancer treatment
This trial tests whether a structured exercise program (called EXERT-BCH) can help improve muscle mass in women who have finished breast cancer treatment. It involves group resistance training sessions and is designed to support recovery and strength.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 20–89 - NCT06116292Recruiting
Telemedicine program for adults with asthma
This study tests a telemedicine program (through a mobile app) for adults with asthma. It aims to see if the program helps improve asthma management and quality of life.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06124456Recruiting
Vigorous vs. moderate exercise for liver fat reduction
This study compares high-intensity exercise to moderate-intensity exercise to see which is better at reducing fat in the liver for people with obesity and fatty liver disease.
Hong KongAges 18–69 - NCT06124599Recruiting
Early signs of menstrual toxic shock syndrome
This study looks at what happens in the days just before menstrual toxic shock syndrome starts. If you are a young woman who uses tampons or cups and recently got very sick with fever, rash, and low blood pressure during your period, you may be able to join as a case participant.
LyonAges 13–30 - NCT06127784Recruiting
Survivorship program for head and neck cancer follow-up
This trial tests a new program to help people who finished treatment for head and neck cancer stay on track with follow-up care. You may be able to join if you completed treatment 3 to 6 months ago and your cancer has not spread.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for control?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,039 recruiting control 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 control 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 control 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.
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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.