Clinical trials
Functional Somatic Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting functional somatic disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 17 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06232473RecruitingPhase 4
Education and duloxetine for multisystem functional somatic disorder
This trial tests whether a combination of patient education and the medication duloxetine can help people with a condition that causes multiple unexplained physical symptoms (functional somatic disorder). It aims to see if using both treatments together works better than either alone.
AarhusAges 18–60 - NCT07323407Recruiting
Brain stimulation for hard-to-treat constipation with bodily distress
This trial tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can improve severe constipation in people who also experience persistent physical symptoms (like pain or bloating) that cause high worry. It is for those who have not gotten relief from standard laxatives.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–80 - NCT05525598Recruiting
Online therapy for severe body–mind symptom disorders
This trial tests an internet-based treatment program for people with moderate-to-severe functional somatic disorders (long-lasting physical symptoms linked to how the body and brain interact). It may help reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning by offering structured support online.
Aarhus C, DenmarkAges 18–60 - NCT06393439Recruiting
Virtual reality for functional movement disorder
This study tests whether virtual reality can help people with functional or essential tremor. You may join if you have one of these tremor types or are a healthy volunteer.
GrazAges 18–65 - NCT07349550Recruiting
Cognitive function, mental health, and work
This trial explores how thinking skills (like memory and focus) relate to common mental health challenges and work life. It aims to find better ways to support people with depression or anxiety who are at risk of needing sick leave.
OsloAges 18–65 - NCT06369714Recruiting
Brain-training video game for ADHD in children
This trial tests a digital therapy that uses neurofeedback (brainwave training) to help children with ADHD improve focus and attention. It's designed for kids ages 6 to 11 who haven't had ADHD treatment in the last month.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 6–12 - NCT05666921Recruiting
Study thoughts and relationships in teens with body-pain symptoms
This trial studies how emotions and attachment (how people relate to others) may affect teens who have long-lasting body symptoms without an organic cause. It may help explain why symptoms happen and how support strategies could improve quality of life.
Florence, FirenzeAges 11–17 - NCT05946512Recruiting
Yoga breathing plus lung MRI measurements for post-COVID symptoms
This study uses breathing exercises from yoga and MRI (a scan of the body) measurements to see how well yoga breathing can improve ongoing breathing symptoms after COVID-19. It also compares results in a few other specific groups and healthy volunteers.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18–50 - NCT06482671RecruitingPhase 3
Rikkunshito for newly diagnosed functional dyspepsia
This trial tests a herbal medicine called rikkunshito for people newly diagnosed with functional dyspepsia (stomach pain or discomfort). It aims to see if the treatment can improve symptoms in adults who fit certain health requirements.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06365658Recruiting
Cognitive function in healthy adults
This study looks at how thinking and memory work in healthy adults and compares them to people with certain health conditions. As part of the control group, you will help researchers understand normal cognitive function.
Gdansk, Pomeranian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT05909267Recruiting
Testing dopamine-targeted treatment for depression and body inflammation
This study looks at how changing dopamine signaling may affect motivation and movement in people with major depression, and it also involves healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand whether dopamine changes can improve symptoms and how inflammation may relate to brain function.
SteglitzAges 18–65 - NCT06221722Recruiting
Brain scan study for treating constipation
This trial uses brain scans to see if doctors can predict how well constipation treatments will work. It is for adults with functional constipation, but only if they have no other digestive problems or medical implants.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–45 - NCT07497711RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Virtual treatment for menstrual cramps
This study tests a virtual (app-based) approach to help manage menstrual cramps. It is for people with regular periods who have moderate to severe cramp pain and want to try a non-medication option.
SingaporeAges 16–35 - NCT07319078Recruiting
Online treatment for kids with stomach pain
This study tests an internet-based program to help children and teens with certain long-term stomach conditions, like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or ongoing stomach pain. It aims to see if online tools can reduce symptoms and improve daily life.
StockholmAges 8–17 - NCT07543328Recruiting
Light therapy added to antidepressants for depression with body symptoms
This study tests whether a special light treatment applied to the scalp (transcranial photobiomodulation) can help people with depression who aren't getting better with antidepressants alone. The light therapy is added to your current medication to see if it reduces both mood symptoms and physical complaints like pain or fatigue.
TaipeiAges 18–65 - NCT06105853Recruiting
Stress and brain activity in alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with alcohol use disorder respond to stress and what happens in the brain. You'll use a smartphone and may have an MRI scan to understand your stress responses.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT06888219Enrolling by invitation
Acupuncture for Swallowing and Tube Removal After Brain Injury
This study tests if acupuncture on the ear and body can help people with severe brain injuries regain the ability to swallow safely and have their breathing tube removed. It's for patients who are at least 1 month but no more than 3 months after a stroke or brain bleed.
FlorenceAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for functional somatic disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 17 recruiting functional somatic disorder 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 functional somatic disorder 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 functional somatic disorder 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.