Clinical trials
Emergency Medical Services clinical trials
Below are recruiting emergency medical services clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 22 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06183827Recruiting
Drowning breathing failure oxygen trial
This trial compares two ways to give oxygen to people who have trouble breathing after drowning. It aims to find the best approach in the emergency setting.
BayonneAges 1 year+ - NCT07503470Recruiting
Blood testing to help decide if ambulance transport to hospital is needed
This trial tests whether a quick blood test done by ambulance crews can help decide if you can safely stay home instead of going to the hospital. It aims to support paramedics and doctors in making the best decision for your care.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT06983873Recruiting
Better cervical spine care for stable trauma patients
This trial tests a new way to manage neck injuries in conscious, stable patients during emergency care before reaching the hospital. It aims to see if this approach improves recovery and care after the injury.
AmiensAges 18–65 - NCT07440329Recruiting
How Germany's hospitals prepare for crises: The KAEPacity study
This study looks at hospital plans across Germany to see how well they are ready for disasters and emergencies. It examines their organizational structures, communication, and leadership training without any medical treatment involved.
HeidelbergAges Any age - NCT06650137Recruiting
Using Diaphragm Ultrasound to Find the Cause of Breathing Trouble
This study tests if ultrasound of your diaphragm (the muscle that helps you breathe) can help doctors find the cause of sudden breathing trouble. It may help patients who come to the emergency room with fast or difficult breathing and low oxygen levels.
Nîmes, GardAges 18 years+ - NCT07008391Recruiting
High-sensitivity troponin test in ambulance care
This trial tests whether using a high-sensitivity troponin I test in the ambulance, along with standard care, can help emergency medical services better identify heart attacks. This might lead to faster treatment for patients with chest pain or suspected heart attack.
Stockholm, ÅrstaAges 18 years+ - NCT04446585Recruiting
Study of early help for witnessed home cardiac arrests
This study looks at witnessed sudden cardiac arrest happening in residential areas, and tests whether a new first-responder approach gets help to people faster. It may help improve outcomes after cardiac arrest by improving the timing and coordination of emergency response.
Ballerup Municipality, The Capital RegionAges 8 years+ - NCT05121324RecruitingPhase 3
Tested higher-dose seizure medicine for children during EMS care
This trial studies the best dose of a seizure medicine for children who are actively seizing while emergency medical teams are treating them. It may help EMS crews give safer, more effective treatment during transport.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 6 months–13 years - NCT06051227RecruitingPhase 3
Pain relief after injury: fentanyl vs. esketamine
This trial compares two strong pain medicines—fentanyl and esketamine—to see which works better for treating pain right after a traumatic injury. You would receive the medicine by spray in your nose or through a vein before going to the hospital.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06203847Recruiting
Prehospital drug combo for cardiac arrest
This trial tests whether a combination of three medications (epinephrine, vasopressin, and a steroid) given by paramedics before arriving at the hospital can improve survival for adults who have a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. It is only for patients who are treated by specially trained paramedics and meet specific medical criteria.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06613074Recruiting
Smartphone app for stroke triage without ambulance
This trial is testing a smartphone app that helps guide patients with a recent stroke to the right place for care, if they did not come by ambulance. It is for people who have already received clot-busting treatment.
Shaoxing, ZhejingAges 18 years+ - NCT06865950Recruiting
Sex differences in emergency stroke care
This study looks at how men and women with suspected stroke or mini-stroke are treated by emergency services. It aims to improve care for everyone.
HomburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07596446Recruiting
Emergency treatment study for cardiac arrest patients
This study tests emergency treatments for people who have had a cardiac arrest (heart stops beating) outside the hospital. It looks at two groups: people whose hearts stop despite CPR efforts, and people whose hearts have restarted. The goal is to see if these treatments can help patients survive and recover better.
PragueAges 18–70 - NCT07323667Enrolling by invitation
Study of a first responder system for cardiac arrest in Zug
This trial is studying a new system where trained volunteers respond quickly to help people whose heart stops outside of a hospital in Zug, Switzerland. The goal is to see if this system improves survival and recovery.
Zug, Canton of ZugAges 18 years+ - NCT07122869Recruiting
Walk-in clinic study for emergency department patients
This study looks at whether patients sent to the emergency room by their general practitioner could be treated in a walk-in clinic instead. It aims to find better ways to manage care for stable patients.
Gonesse, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT04811014RecruitingPhase 4
Helping young adults stop opioids after an emergency visit
This study offers an engagement program for young people who tested positive for opioids and meet criteria for opioid dependence. The goal is to help participants stop opioid use safely and learn whether this approach works well in the real-world emergency setting.
Houston, TexasAges 13–17 - NCT02708836Recruiting
Tests safer airway method to reduce anesthesia “waking up” issues
This study looks at whether a combined airway method during general anesthesia can reduce unpleasant or risky “emergence” problems as you wake up. It is for people having planned laparoscopic (camera) surgery and who can follow fasting and consent rules.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07051200Recruiting
Support program for young adults after a mental health crisis
This study offers a program to support young adults who recently faced a mental health crisis. It aims to help you recover by providing inspiration, support, and empowerment after a hospital stay.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–27 - NCT07170657Recruiting
Teen Recovery Support Program
This program helps teens ages 15 to 18 who have recently been in the hospital or emergency room for suicidal thoughts or depression. It provides support and guidance to help you recover and feel stronger.
Dallas, TexasAges 15–18 - NCT07027813Recruiting
Ambulance video care for children
This trial tests whether using a tablet computer and video connection in an ambulance helps doctors and emergency workers care for children during the ride to the hospital. It aims to see if this approach is practical and improves treatment.
Karachi, SindhAges 1 minute–14 years - NCT04615065Recruiting
Biobank study collecting emergency data for very sick patients
This study collects health and sometimes blood sample information from people arriving at the emergency department with high-risk or serious conditions. The goal is to build a large emergency “biobank” to help researchers better understand and improve urgent care.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT07228052RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid shot to prevent return to the ER for asthma
This trial tests whether a single steroid shot given in the emergency department can help prevent your asthma symptoms from coming back and keep you from needing to return to the ER.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for emergency medical services?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 22 recruiting emergency medical services 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 emergency medical services 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 emergency medical services 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.