Clinical trials
Effectiveness clinical trials
Below are recruiting effectiveness clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 6,377 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07628452Recruiting
Aerobic exercise versus relaxation for period pain
This study compares two natural approaches—regular aerobic exercise and progressive muscle relaxation—to help reduce painful periods. You'll be assigned to one approach and tracked to see which works better for mild to moderate period cramping.
Okāra, Punjab ProvinceAges 17–24 - NCT07626944Recruiting
Music and Sound Therapy for Dementia Behaviors
This study tests whether special music and sound patterns can help reduce difficult behaviors and improve mood in people with dementia living in assisted care. Researchers will play these sounds to you and track any changes in how you feel and behave.
Denver, ColoradoAges 55–95 - NCT07628634RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing a Low-Methionine Diet in Solid Tumor Patients
This early-stage study explores whether eating a diet low in methionine (a natural amino acid found in protein) might help people with advanced solid tumors. Researchers will track how this dietary change affects blood levels and may improve treatment outcomes alongside standard cancer care.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07628348Recruiting
Physical therapy for neck pain from disc herniation
This study tests a physical therapy technique called DRT (Diaphragmatic Respiration Training) to help patients with neck pain, tingling in the arm, and limited neck movement caused by a slipped disc in the neck. The goal is to improve neck flexibility, reduce pain, and expand the chest.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 35–55 - NCT07626632Recruiting
Tyler Twist vs. Eccentric Exercises for Tennis Elbow
This study compares two exercise approaches for treating lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) in people aged 20–40. It tests whether a specific twisting exercise called the Tyler Twist works better than eccentric exercises (where you lengthen a muscle under tension) to reduce pain and improve grip strength.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07628374Recruiting
Balance training after stroke: sensorimotor vs dual-task
This study tests two different ways to help people recover balance and walking ability after stroke. You'll do either sensorimotor training (exercises focused on body awareness and coordination) or dual-task training (exercises that combine physical movements with mental tasks), and researchers will measure which approach works better.
Rajanpur, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT07628478Recruiting
Blood Flow Restriction Training for Military Strength
This study tests a special training method that uses arm or leg bands to restrict blood flow during exercise, designed to help military cadets build muscle and increase strength more effectively. Researchers want to see if this technique improves body composition and maximum strength.
Changsha, ChangshaAges Any age - NCT07627399Recruiting
Best Care Practices for Stroke in Regular Hospital Units
This study tests whether following best-practice guidelines for stroke care in regular hospital units (rather than specialized stroke centers) helps patients recover better. Researchers will track how well patients do when they receive standardized stroke care protocols.
Antequera, MálagaAges 18 years+ - NCT07624227RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cobenfy Maintenance Effects on Cocaine Use Disorder
This study tests whether a medication called Cobenfy can reduce cocaine's effects in people with cocaine use disorder. Researchers will monitor your health and test how the medication impacts your response to cocaine.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–60 - NCT07625358Recruiting
How Caffeine and Alcohol Affect Your Eyes
This study measures how caffeine and alcohol change the size of your pupils (the dark circles in your eyes). Researchers want to understand how these common substances affect your eye's natural responses, which could help with vision and neurological research.
SingaporeAges 30–50 - NCT07627919Recruiting
Strength training and high-protein diet for frail older women
This study tests whether combining resistance exercises with a protein-rich diet can improve muscle strength and overall function in older women with weak muscles. You would attend supervised workouts and follow a specific eating plan for several weeks.
El-Sheikh Zayed CityAges 60–70 - NCT07620873Recruiting
Virtual Reality Education Before Kidney Stone Surgery
This study tests whether using virtual reality to learn about your upcoming kidney stone surgery can reduce anxiety and help you feel more prepared. You'll use a VR headset before your procedure to see what to expect.
KeelungAges 18 years+ - NCT07628387Recruiting
Exercise Types for Restless Legs in Pregnancy
This study compares two types of exercise—aerobic (heart-pumping) and muscle relaxation—to help pregnant women with restless leg syndrome sleep better and feel less tired. Restless leg syndrome causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, especially at night, which disrupts sleep during pregnancy.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07624136Recruiting
Kinesio Taping for Shoulder Flexibility and Range of Motion
This study tests whether a special athletic tape (Kinesio tape) applied to your lower back and shoulder area can improve flexibility and reduce shoulder pain in people with chronic shoulder impingement syndrome—a condition where shoulder structures get pinched, causing long-term pain and stiffness.
Ankara, AltindagAges 20–40 - NCT07629011Recruiting
Mental imagery and robotic hand training after stroke
This trial tests whether combining mental imagery practice with a robotic hand device can help improve hand function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. The robotic hand reads signals from your arm muscles to help you practice controlled movements.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–70 - NCT07628413Recruiting
Exercise Methods for Neck and Shoulder Pain
This study compares two types of gentle exercise programs—Egoscue and Feldenkrais—to help people with chronic neck pain and poor posture. Both programs focus on retraining muscles and improving how your body moves, and the study will measure which approach works better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT07627542Recruiting
Smartphone use and neck posture in arthritis patients
This study looks at how much time people with rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis spend on smartphones and how it affects their neck posture, balance, and disability. Understanding this connection may help doctors give better advice about phone use and neck health.
Konya, MeramAges 18–65 - NCT07627854Recruiting
Cold therapy after knee replacement surgery
This study compares two ways to reduce pain and swelling after total knee replacement: a special cold wrap (cryocuff) versus a standard ice pack. You'll help researchers understand which method works better for your recovery.
Kremmen, BrandenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07626684Enrolling by invitation
Ice Pack After Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy Surgery
This study tests whether applying ice packs to the abdomen after a minimally invasive hysterectomy (removal of the uterus through the vagina) helps reduce pain and speed recovery. You would be randomly assigned to either receive ice pack treatment or standard care.
MuğlaAges 48–70 - NCT06652750Recruiting
5G cloud-based check-up for heart device patients
This study tests whether a 5G-based remote check-up (over the cloud) is safe and effective for people with certain implanted heart devices, like pacemakers. You'll skip your first clinic visit and instead use a video call or remote check to see how your device is doing.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06696898Recruiting
Stretching with and without muscle release for sciatica
This study tests if adding myofascial release (a type of hands-on therapy for tight muscles) to a standard self-stretching program helps relieve sciatica pain and improve movement. It's for people with long-standing (chronic) one-sided sciatica.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–50 - NCT05677269Recruiting
Compare surgery for bowel endometriosis versus IVF pathway
This trial studies whether surgically removing colorectal (bowel) endometriosis works better and is more cost-effective than choosing an IVF/ICSI treatment plan. It’s for people who want to get pregnant and are deciding between surgery and fertility treatments.
EindhovenAges 21–40 - NCT06062875RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a drug for enlarged prostate symptoms
This trial tests whether a drug called adalimumab (a TNF blocker) can improve symptoms of an enlarged prostate. It is for men aged 45-80 with a large prostate and bothersome urinary symptoms who have not used this type of medication before.
Glenview, IllinoisAges 45–80 - NCT06489353Recruiting
Watching video or blowing pinwheel for kids during IV
This study tests whether watching a video or blowing a paper pinwheel helps children feel more comfortable during an IV or blood draw. It is for children ages 3 to 6 who are in the hospital and do not have certain health conditions.
TaichungAges 3–6
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for effectiveness?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 6,377 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.
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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.