Clinical trials
Exercise Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting exercise therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 293 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07668011Recruiting
Shockwave therapy for iliotibial band syndrome
This study tests whether a type of sound wave therapy (radial shockwave) can help relieve pain from iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) in active adults. If you have outer knee pain when running and have been diagnosed with ITBS in the last month, you may be able to join.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 18–45 - NCT06383091Recruiting
Manual therapy for voice recovery after thyroid removal
This study tests if a special hands-on therapy (manual therapy) can help your voice and throat muscles recover better after total thyroidectomy. It may reduce voice problems that sometimes happen after surgery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07489391Recruiting
Exercise during radiation for lung cancer
This trial tests whether adding a structured exercise program during radiation and chemotherapy helps people with locally advanced lung cancer. It aims to improve physical function and quality of life.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07229079Recruiting
Body awareness therapy for flat feet
This study tests whether basic body awareness therapy can help people with flexible flat feet (when the foot arch flattens under weight but returns when not standing). If you have flat feet without other foot problems, you may qualify.
Mardin, Mardi̇nAges 18–45 - NCT07319988Recruiting
Shock wave therapy and core exercises for back pain
This study tests if shock wave therapy along with core stability exercises can help reduce long-term back pain in female teachers. It may be a good fit if you have had nonspecific back pain for over 3 months and are at a healthy weight.
IsmailiaAges 16–18 - NCT06374654Enrolling by invitation
Home vs. formal physical therapy for new Achilles tendon pain
This study compares doing a home exercise program with going to formal physical therapy for people who have recently developed pain in the middle of the Achilles tendon (the thick cord in the back of the ankle). The goal is to see which approach works better for reducing pain and improving function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06588231Recruiting
Personalized exercise for older adults with heart disease
This study tests whether a personalized exercise program can help older people (60–75) with stable coronary heart disease improve their heart health. You would work with healthcare professionals to get an exercise plan tailored to your condition.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 60–75 - NCT06580561Recruiting
Exercise and insomnia treatment for knee pain
This study combines a gentle exercise program with a treatment for insomnia to see if it helps older adults with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and sleep better. You will attend group exercise classes and receive sleep coaching.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 50 years+ - NCT07253298Enrolling by invitation
Kegel exercises with biofeedback for bowel recovery after rectal cancer surgery
This trial studies whether doing Kegel exercises with biofeedback (a technique that helps you see how your muscles are working) can improve bowel function, reduce emotional distress, and boost quality of life after rectal cancer surgery.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06732765Recruiting
Eloda with or without muscle energy for back pain relief
This trial tests whether adding a muscle relaxation technique to Eloda treatment helps people with lower back pain caused by a tight muscle near the hip. It aims to find a more effective way to reduce pain and improve movement.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT06105892Recruiting
Eye recovery program for mild brain injury symptoms
This study tests a home-based eye exercise program for people with mild traumatic brain injury who have ongoing vision problems like blurring or trouble focusing. It aims to help your eyes work together better and reduce symptoms.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–40 - NCT07166068Recruiting
Movement therapy for knee osteoarthritis inflammation
This study tests whether specific mobilization exercises can reduce inflammation in people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if these movements help lower markers of inflammation and improve pain.
Jizan, Jazan RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07293676Recruiting
Massage and vibration for low back disc pain
This study tests if hand-held massage tools (IASTM) and gentle vibration therapy can reduce pain, improve movement, and lessen fear of movement in people with a bulging disc in their lower back. It is for adults aged 30-60 with moderate to severe pain lasting 3 months or longer.
IstanbulAges 30–60 - NCT07171736Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for student mental health
This trial tests if virtual reality can help students with strong inner critics or emotional pain. You'll try a therapy called schema therapy using VR to change negative thought patterns.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 16 years+ - NCT06471725Recruiting
Pilates for sports hernia recovery
This study tests whether adding Pilates exercises to standard hernia rehab helps people with sports hernia recover faster. You would do Pilates sessions along with your usual rehab.
Al Mansurah, Dakahlia GovernorateAges 18–45 - NCT06695312Recruiting
High Tone Power Therapy for Neck Pain and Body Awareness
This trial tests a type of physical therapy called High Tone Power Therapy for people with long-term neck pain from a herniated disc in the neck. It aims to reduce pain and improve your sense of where your neck is in space (proprioception) without needing surgery.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 35–50 - NCT07400419Recruiting
Resistance exercise for transgender women starting estrogen therapy
This study looks at whether resistance training (like lifting weights) can help transgender women and gender-diverse people assigned male at birth who are starting estrogen and testosterone-blocking medications. It aims to see if exercise improves health and well-being.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04715581Recruiting
Pre-surgery rehab program for frail older adults having stomach surgery
This trial studies a “prehabilitation” program—exercise and coaching before surgery—to help frail older adults recover better after major digestive cancer surgery. It may help you strengthen your body and function before the operation, which can improve outcomes after surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–89 - NCT04609709Recruiting
Physical therapy plus electrical dry needling for tension headaches
This trial tests whether specific physical therapy treatments—exercise, manual soft-tissue work, mobilization, and electrical dry needling/TENS—can reduce tension-type headaches. It may help if your headaches happen often and fit the trial’s “frequent” or “chronic” pattern.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 18–65 - NCT06104397Enrolling by invitation
Exercise strategies for Parkinson's disease
This study compares different exercise plans to see which works best for people with Parkinson's. You will use an activity tracker and a phone app to track your progress.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–89 - NCT07150143Recruiting
Massage and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether adding a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) and other physical therapies to standard neck stabilization exercises helps people with long-term neck pain feel better.
Ataşehir, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07642232Recruiting
Somatic Movement vs Core Strengthening for Premenstrual Syndrome
This study compares two exercise approaches—somatic movement therapy (mindful, body-awareness exercises) and core strengthening—to see which better reduces premenstrual syndrome symptoms like mood changes and physical discomfort. You'd participate in one type of exercise program over several weeks.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT05890183Recruiting
Telehealth exercise and brain training after a first psychosis episode
This trial tests whether a combination of at-home (telehealth) aerobic exercise and computer-based cognitive training can improve thinking and day-to-day function after a first episode of schizophrenia-spectrum illness. It may help by strengthening attention and learning skills after the initial psychotic episode.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT06873113Recruiting
Blood flow therapy for shoulder pain
This study tests a new type of physical therapy that uses a blood pressure cuff to gently limit blood flow to the arm during exercise. It may help people with shoulder pain from subacromial impingement (a common cause of shoulder pain) regain function.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for exercise therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 293 recruiting exercise therapy 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 exercise therapy 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 exercise therapy 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.