Clinical trials
Effectiveness clinical trials
Below are recruiting effectiveness clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 6,873 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07523633RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide to help reduce cannabis use disorder
This trial tests whether a medication called semaglutide (used for weight management) can help adults with cannabis use disorder cut down or stop using cannabis. Researchers want to see if it reduces cravings and use while also monitoring overall health.
FrederiksbergAges 18–70 - NCT07523893Recruiting
Shockwave therapy versus exercises for tennis elbow
This study compares two treatments for lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow): shockwave therapy and eccentric exercises. It aims to see which approach works better for reducing pain and improving arm function.
IslamabadAges 20–50 - NCT07523906Recruiting
Exercise therapy for chronic lower back pain in young adults
This study compares two types of exercise programs for chronic mechanical lower back pain: lumbar stabilization exercises (focused on core strength) versus muscular chain therapy (full-body movement patterns). You'll participate in one of these exercise programs to see which helps reduce your pain more effectively.
IslamabadAges 18–30 - NCT07524075Recruiting
Muscle Energy Technique for Neck Pain and Movement
This study tests whether a hands-on physical therapy technique called muscle energy technique can reduce neck pain and improve how far you can move your neck. If you have neck pain that's lasted at least 4 weeks with no clear medical cause, this trial may help you.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–65 - NCT07524231Recruiting
Laughter Yoga Effects on Health and Well-being
This study tests whether laughter yoga—guided exercises that combine laughter with breathing—can improve health outcomes. Researchers will measure how it affects participants' physical and mental well-being over time.
ElâzığAges 18 years+ - NCT07524400Recruiting
Exercise Plus Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease
This study tests whether combining physical exercise with transcranial direct current stimulation (a non-invasive electrical stimulation of the brain) can improve movement and symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if this combination works better than exercise alone.
Fuenlabrada, MadridAges Any age - NCT07525388Recruiting
Relaxation exercises and therapeutic clown for children before surgery
This study tests whether relaxation exercises combined with visits from a therapeutic clown (a specially trained performer) can help reduce anxiety and stress in children aged 6–10 who are having circumcision surgery. The goal is to see if this approach makes the surgery experience less scary and helps children feel calmer.
ErzurumAges 6–10 - NCT07525921Recruiting
Dry Needling for Calf Pain in Amateur Football Players
This study tests whether dry needling—inserting thin needles into tight muscle knots in the calf—can reduce pain and improve running speed and performance in young football players. Researchers want to see if this treatment helps athletes play better and feel less discomfort.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–25 - NCT07526012Recruiting
Stretching techniques for buttock pain from pinched nerve
This study compares two stretching methods to treat piriformis syndrome, a condition where a muscle in your buttock pinches a nerve. The trial tests whether one stretching approach works better than the other for reducing pain.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–55 - NCT07526025Recruiting
Neck exercises for headaches caused by neck problems
This study tests two types of neck exercises to treat headaches that start in the neck and travel to the head. The exercises focus on strengthening neck muscles and retraining how your neck moves to reduce pain.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07526909Recruiting
Meal Types and Exercise Effects in Phenylketonuria
This study looks at how different meals eaten before exercise affect amino acid levels and metabolic health in adults with classic phenylketonuria (PKU)—a genetic condition affecting how your body processes protein. The research involves eating test meals, exercising, and providing blood samples to help understand the best nutritional approach for PKU patients.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07527195RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CagriSema on Muscle Health in Adults with Obesity
This study tests a new medication called CagriSema to understand how it affects muscle health while helping people lose weight. You'll be in the trial for about a year, and researchers will monitor your muscle function and body composition.
Aarhus NAges 50–70 - NCT07528300Recruiting
Acupuncture for pain relief in muscle injury patients
This study tests whether a type of acupuncture called "battlefield acupuncture" can help reduce pain in people hospitalized with rhabdomyolysis—a serious muscle injury that causes muscle breakdown and pain. Researchers want to see if this treatment helps patients feel better while they're in the hospital.
TAMC, HawaiiAges 18–99 - NCT07528469Recruiting
Protein drinks and muscle strength in older adults
This study tests whether a daily protein drink can help improve muscle function and strength in people aged 60–85. Researchers will compare a new protein supplement called PeptiStrong with regular whey protein to see which works better.
LiverpoolAges 60–85 - NCT07528482Recruiting
Reflexology and cold therapy for chest tube removal pain
This study tests whether foot massage (reflexology) and cold application can reduce pain when chest tubes are removed after heart bypass surgery. Researchers want to see if these complementary techniques help manage discomfort during this procedure.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07528833Recruiting
Mindfulness stress reduction for chronic back pain
This study tests whether a mindfulness-based stress reduction course can help reduce back pain. Mindfulness teaches you to focus on the present moment and manage stress, which may help ease chronic pain in your lower or mid-back.
TampereAges 18–64 - NCT07528976Recruiting
Peer Education on Climate Change Awareness in Nursing Students
This study tests whether learning about climate change from your peers helps nursing students feel more informed and less anxious about environmental issues. Researchers will teach some students using peer educators and compare their awareness and anxiety levels.
Istanbul, None SelectedAges 18 years+ - NCT07529444Recruiting
Testing ways to clean dental implants affected by infection
This study tests different methods to clean and treat dental implants that have developed an infection around them (peri-implantitis). The goal is to find the best way to remove harmful bacteria and save your implant.
ZagrebAges Any age - NCT07529834Recruiting
Breathing and Cycling for High Blood Pressure
This study tests whether combining special breathing techniques (Pilates and diaphragmatic breathing) with moderate cycling exercise can help lower blood pressure and improve lung function in people with high blood pressure. You'll practice these techniques over several weeks to see if they reduce your blood pressure more effectively than exercise alone.
IslamabadAges 20–55 - NCT07529821Recruiting
Breathing and Walking Exercise for Early High Blood Pressure
This study tests whether combining special breathing techniques with treadmill walking can help lower blood pressure and improve breathing function in people with slightly elevated blood pressure. If you have early-stage high blood pressure, this trial might help you avoid needing medication.
IslamabadAges 20–55 - NCT07529847Recruiting
Breathing Techniques to Help Asthma Control
This study compares two special breathing techniques—alternating which nostril you breathe through and a method called Buteyko breathing—to see which helps asthma patients breathe easier and improve lung function. You'll practice these techniques and we'll measure how well they work for you.
IslamabadAges 18–45 - NCT07530770Recruiting
Benralizumab for Severe Asthma with Aspergillus Allergy
This study tests whether benralizumab, a biologic medicine, works well in real-world settings for people with severe asthma caused by an allergic reaction to a common mold called Aspergillus. You may qualify if you have hard-to-control asthma despite strong medications and recent asthma flare-ups.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT07531056RecruitingEarly Phase 1
5-Fluorouracil injections with or without freezing for keloid scars
This trial tests two ways to treat keloids (thick, raised scars that grow beyond the original wound): injecting a medication called 5-fluorouracil alone, or combining it with cryotherapy (freezing). The goal is to see which approach works better for reducing pain, itching, and visible scarring.
Chak Four Hundred Fifty-fourAges 18–50 - NCT07531771Recruiting
Breathing Exercises for Early-Stage COPD
This study tests whether two types of breathing exercises—pursed lip breathing (slowing your breath) and alternate nostril breathing—can improve lung function and quality of life in people with mild COPD. You'll learn and practice these techniques to see if they help you breathe better.
IslamabadAges 40–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for effectiveness?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 6,873 recruiting effectiveness 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 effectiveness 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 effectiveness 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.