Clinical trials
Effectiveness clinical trials
Below are recruiting effectiveness clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 6,863 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06848166RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Middle meningeal artery embolization for resistant chronic migraine
This study tests a procedure called 'middle meningeal artery embolization' using a special glue-like material (SQUID) to treat chronic migraine that hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if blocking blood flow to the membrane around the brain can reduce migraine attacks.
Bishkek, BishkekAges 35–59 - NCT07210892Recruiting
Spinal anesthesia needle angles study
This study looks at the best angle for inserting the needle during spinal anesthesia. It may help doctors find a more comfortable and effective way to give the numbing medicine.
BarcelonaAges Any age - NCT07253532Recruiting
Vibration belt study for improving balance and walking
This study tests a belt that vibrates to help with balance and walking. It may help people with balance problems due to conditions like ataxia or inner ear issues.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT06820073Recruiting
Stretching study for office workers with neck or back pain
This study tests if a gentle stretching method using a special hammock can help reduce neck and back discomfort for people who sit at work. It's looking for volunteers who have some aches but no serious diagnoses.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 18–65 - NCT07208630Recruiting
Mobilization therapy for seniors' movement and thinking
This trial tests a hands-on therapy called instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization to see if it improves how well you move and think. It may help seniors who struggle with balance or memory.
GizaAges 65–75 - NCT06534866Recruiting
Kinesio tape plus therapy for plantar fasciitis
This study tests whether adding kinesio tape (a stretchy therapeutic tape) to standard physical therapy can reduce heel pain, improve ankle motion, and help you walk better. It is for people with plantar fasciitis who haven't had recent injections or surgery.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07208500Recruiting
Arm cuff treatment before surgery to protect lungs in older adults
This study tests if a simple, non-invasive treatment (briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on your arm) before surgery can reduce lung complications in older adults having non-heart, non-lung surgery. It may help protect your lungs during and after the operation.
ShanghaiAges 65 years+ - NCT06840756RecruitingPhase 4
Does donor-patient sex matching improve blood transfusion outcomes?
This trial tests whether giving ICU patients blood from a donor of the same sex (male-to-male or female-to-female) leads to better recovery compared to mismatched transfusions. The goal is to see if matching donor and patient sex makes a difference in how well patients do.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07352618Enrolling by invitation
Omega-3 supplements for blood sugar and cholesterol in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether adding omega-3 supplements to your regular diabetes treatment can improve blood sugar control and cholesterol. It may help people with type 2 diabetes who are already on medication.
DhakaAges 25–75 - NCT06994871Enrolling by invitation
Exercise and liver fat in fatty liver disease
This study tests if different types of exercise can reduce fat in the liver for people with metabolic fatty liver disease. It might help if you are looking for a non-drug way to improve your liver health.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–45 - NCT07207369RecruitingPhase 3
Study of an injectable gel for atrophic acne scars
This study tests an injectable gel called ELAPR002f for treating moderate to severe atrophic acne scars on the cheeks. If you have rolling or boxcar scars and are in good general health without active acne or other skin issues, this trial may help improve your scars.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 22 years+ - NCT07206797Recruiting
Ultrasound to measure muscle activity from spinal cord stimulation
This study uses ultrasound to see how muscles respond to two types of electrical stimulation (spinal cord and functional electrical stimulation). It may help researchers better understand how to treat muscle weakness or paralysis.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18–60 - NCT06536608Recruiting
Oketani breast massage for breastfeeding help
This study tests a special breast massage technique (Oketani massage) to see if it helps new moms breastfeed more easily. If you are a healthy first-time mom in your 36th week of pregnancy, you may be able to join.
ÇankırıAges 18–45 - NCT06099561Recruiting
Support for hard-to-treat self-harm
This study explores what kinds of support work best for people who have tried at least two proven treatments for self-harm without enough relief. It aims to find better ways to help those who continue to struggle.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07254715RecruitingPhase 4
Itopride for stomach issues from semaglutide in diabetic women
This trial tests if itopride can help with stomach problems caused by semaglutide in diabetic women having a hysterectomy. It aims to see if this combination can improve symptoms like slow stomach emptying.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 40–60 - NCT07198282Recruiting
Comparing gum closure methods after wisdom tooth removal
This study compares two different ways of closing the gum after removing an impacted wisdom tooth. The goal is to see which method leads to less pain, swelling, and faster healing.
Rize, Rize ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT06541015Recruiting
TENS for improving walking after stroke
This study tests whether a small electrical device (TENS) can help stroke survivors walk better. You will receive TENS or placebo while walking on a treadmill, and the researchers will measure how your muscles respond.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07195890Enrolling by invitation
Teen Mental Health First Aid for Hong Kong students
This trial tests whether a Teen Mental Health First Aid course helps students in Hong Kong secondary schools better support peers with mental health struggles. It is for students in Forms 4–6 whose schools are already offering the course.
Hong Kong, HksarAges 14–18 - NCT07195539Enrolling by invitation
Laser and medicine for burn scar darkening
This trial tests if combining a special laser with a skin-lightening medicine can safely reduce dark marks from old burn scars.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT07193836Enrolling by invitation
Lidocaine for easier recovery after laparoscopic surgery
This study tests whether giving lidocaine (a numbing medicine) through an IV can help you wake up more smoothly and with less discomfort after laparoscopic gallbladder or gynecologic surgery. If you are generally healthy and having one of these specific surgeries, you may be a good fit.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–70 - NCT07191509Recruiting
Understanding breathing after tracheostomy removal
This study looks at how your breathing changes after removing a tracheostomy tube, using a valve and simple breathing tests. It may help doctors better plan your recovery.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06738550Enrolling by invitation
Agave inulin for constipation in new dialysis patients
This study tests whether a natural fiber supplement called agave inulin can help with constipation and improve quality of life for people who have just started peritoneal dialysis for kidney failure.
Metepec, State of MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT06847139Recruiting
Zinc vs. folic acid for high homocysteine in kidney dialysis
This trial tests whether zinc supplements can lower high homocysteine levels better than folic acid in people with chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. It aims to find a simple, safe way to help protect your heart and blood vessels.
ChittagongAges Any age - NCT07186452RecruitingPhase 1
Testing HS-20093 with itraconazole in advanced solid tumors
This trial checks if a drug called itraconazole affects how your body processes another drug, HS-20093. It is for people with advanced solid tumors who have tried standard treatments or cannot tolerate them.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for effectiveness?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 6,863 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.