Clinical trials
Hand Osteoarthritis clinical trials
Below are recruiting hand osteoarthritis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 18 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05267093Recruiting
Acupuncture for hand osteoarthritis pain
This study compares real acupuncture to sham (placebo) acupuncture to see which one better reduces pain and improves function in people with hand osteoarthritis. It may help you understand whether acupuncture provides meaningful relief beyond placebo.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07112742Enrolling by invitation
Laser and exercise for thumb arthritis
This study tests if a special laser treatment plus hand exercises can reduce pain and improve function in people with thumb arthritis. It compares the laser to a placebo laser, so you won't know which group you're in.
KayseriAges 45–75 - NCT07371572RecruitingPhase 3
Steroid Injection for Hand Osteoarthritis
This study tests whether a steroid injection into the muscle can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with hand osteoarthritis. It is for those whose pain is moderate to severe and hasn't been helped enough by standard pain medications.
Ubbergen, GelderlandAges 16 years+ - NCT06367283RecruitingPhase 3
Metformin for treating hand osteoarthritis pain
This study tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medication, can reduce pain in hand osteoarthritis. You may be eligible if your hand pain is moderate to severe and you haven't taken metformin before.
Copenhagen, FrederiksbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07217405RecruitingPhase 4
Radiation or steroid shot for hand osteoarthritis pain
This trial compares low-dose radiation therapy to a corticosteroid injection to see which works better for hand osteoarthritis pain. It's for people 50 and older with moderate to severe hand OA who have significant pain when using their hand.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 50 years+ - NCT03650673Recruiting
Study of early finger osteoarthritis symptoms over time
This study follows people with early finger (hand) osteoarthritis symptoms to better understand how the condition starts and changes. You may be asked for blood tests, symptom checks, and imaging to see what’s happening in the joints.
MontpellierAges 18–60 - NCT06281184Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up of methotrexate for hand osteoarthritis
This study follows up on people who took part in the MERINO trial to see if methotrexate has lasting benefits for hand osteoarthritis. It aims to understand how the drug affects pain and joint health over 30 months.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06477393Enrolling by invitation
Mud and mineral water baths for hand and foot osteoarthritis
This study tests whether natural mud and mineral water baths can help reduce pain and improve function in people with osteoarthritis of the hands or feet. If you have hand or foot pain from osteoarthritis and are looking for non-drug treatment options, this may be a good fit.
BirštonasAges 18 years+ - NCT06794632Recruiting
Hand osteoarthritis self-management program
This trial tests a group program to help people with hand osteoarthritis manage daily activities better. It focuses on peer learning and support to improve your ability to do everyday tasks.
Copenhagen, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT05923736Recruiting
Study of cardiovascular risk in people with digital osteoarthritis
This study looks at how heart-and-blood-vessel risk differs in people with digital osteoarthritis (arthritis affecting the fingers). It may help doctors understand whether finger osteoarthritis is linked with higher cardiovascular risk.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT05378841Recruiting
Surgery to reduce pain in finger osteoarthritis
This trial tests whether surgical “nerve disconnection” (joint denervation) can reduce pain from osteoarthritis in a finger joint. It focuses on people who have ongoing finger pain despite usual treatments for at least 3 months.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06038331RecruitingPhase 2
Umbilical cord membrane for thumb arthritis pain
This trial tests a special umbilical cord membrane placed in the joint to treat arthritis of the thumb base (STT joint). It may be an option if you have pain and disability that haven't improved with other treatments.
BesançonAges 18–75 - NCT06034262RecruitingPhase 2
Umbilical cord tissue for finger joint arthritis
This trial tests a special, sterilized piece of umbilical cord tissue (amniotic membrane) that is placed in the finger joint during surgery to help reduce pain and improve function for people with arthritis in the middle joint of the finger. It's for patients who haven't gotten better with standard medical treatments and are considering surgery.
BesançonAges 18–75 - NCT06966206RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Multiprofen-CC for hand arthritis pain
This trial tests a topical medication called Multiprofen-CC to reduce pain and improve hand function in people with hand arthritis. If you have hand osteoarthritis and it affects your daily life, you may be able to join.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06444919RecruitingPhase 4
Capsaicin patch for finger osteoarthritis with nerve pain
This study tests if a capsaicin patch (a hot pepper extract) can reduce finger pain in people with osteoarthritis who also have nerve-like pain. It's for those who haven't gotten enough relief from standard painkillers.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT05484089Recruiting
CapFlex implant trial for finger joint replacement
This trial studies a new implant (the CapFlex) to replace a damaged finger joint (the PIP joint) when conservative treatments are not enough. It may help reduce pain and improve stability for the right type of joint problem.
Zoetermeer, South HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT07566507Recruiting
High-Energy Laser for Thumb Joint Arthritis
This trial tests whether a high-energy laser can reduce pain and improve function in people with arthritis at the base of the thumb (where it connects to the wrist). The laser is applied to the skin and may help by reducing inflammation and pain without surgery.
BariAges 18 years+ - NCT05292339RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac shot for painful hand and arm tendon/joint problems
This trial studies whether a ketorolac injection can safely reduce pain and symptoms from certain shoulder, elbow, hand, or wrist tendon or joint conditions. It may help people who haven’t had surgery for the problem yet.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hand osteoarthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 18 recruiting hand osteoarthritis 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 hand osteoarthritis 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 hand osteoarthritis 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.