Clinical trials
Hand clinical trials
Below are recruiting hand clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 255 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT07367477Enrolling by invitation
Horizontal vs. vertical arm exercises for children with cerebral palsy
This study compares two types of arm and hand exercises (horizontal vs. vertical movements) for children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy. It aims to see which type helps improve upper body function the most.
CairoAges 5–8 - 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+ - NCT07360808Recruiting
Fat Cell Therapy for Hand Problems in Scleroderma
This study tests whether a person's own fat cells (processed into regenerative cells) can be injected into the hands to improve hand function and reduce skin thickening in systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). It’s designed for people whose hand problems are significant but not too severe.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT07348146Enrolling by invitation
Hand-sewn vs. stapled bowel connection in SADI-S surgery
This trial compares two ways of reconnecting the intestine during SADI-S weight-loss surgery: one done by hand and one using staples. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer early problems after surgery, like leaks or infections.
CairoAges 18–70 - NCT07326943Recruiting
Finding the Right Dose of Ropivacaine for Arm Surgery
This study is for people having hand or forearm surgery. It aims to find the smallest effective dose of a numbing medicine (ropivacaine) that works well to block pain during the procedure.
Taiyuan, ShanxiAges 18–60 - NCT07315724Recruiting
Block training for brain and hand health in older adults
This trial tests whether a technology-assisted block training program can improve thinking skills, hand coordination, and grip strength in older adults living in the community. It may help keep your mind and hands active as you age.
Yilan, TaiwanAges 65 years+ - NCT07312916Recruiting
Hand massage for itching in kidney dialysis patients
This study tests whether hand massage can help reduce the chronic itching that many people on dialysis experience. It compares two groups to see if massage provides relief and improves quality of life.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18 years+ - NCT06884163Recruiting
Hand Eczema Study: Understanding the Immune System at Work
This study examines the immune cells and proteins in chronic hand eczema samples. By comparing skin from affected and healthy areas, researchers hope to find new targets for treatment.
RomeAges 18–65 - NCT07255001Recruiting
How muscle strength tests can help track health in pancreatic cancer
This study uses hand-grip strength tests and CT scans to understand how pancreatic cancer affects your muscles and quality of life. It may help doctors better support your strength and well-being during treatment.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07253857Recruiting
Hand and arm therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a special hand and arm therapy for children with spastic cerebral palsy. The therapy also includes leg exercises to improve movement. It may help your child use their hands and arms better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06857825Recruiting
Infection control link nurses program for hospital staff
This trial tests a program designed to improve infection control practices among nurses. It aims to increase hand hygiene and reduce infections in hospitals, which could make the healthcare environment safer for patients and staff.
Milan, ItalyAges 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+ - NCT06913088Recruiting
Ultrasound bubbles bandage for hand arthritis
This trial tests a special bandage that uses ultrasound and tiny bubbles to treat arthritis pain and stiffness in your hands. If you have hand arthritis with at least three painful finger or wrist joints, you may be able to join.
Taichung, TaichungAges 20 years+ - NCT07144202Enrolling by invitation
Long-term protection study after EV71 vaccination
This study checks how long immunity lasts after receiving two doses of the EV71 vaccine. It is for children who took part in the earlier study and got either the vaccine or a placebo.
Guilin, GuangxiAges Any age - NCT07116096Recruiting
Handgrip strength and blood flow in liver cirrhosis
This study measures how handgrip strength relates to blood flow in the portal vein (the main vein to the liver) in people with liver cirrhosis. It aims to find simple ways to check liver health.
Luoyang, HenanAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07070505Recruiting
Hand massage for restrained patients
This study is testing if a gentle hand massage can help patients who are being physically restrained (tied down) and also given calming medication. It aims to see if massage can reduce stress or discomfort in these situations.
AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07044713Recruiting
Fun activities for kids during blood tests
This trial tests if hand puppets, coloring books, or watching images can help children ages 3-6 feel less scared during blood draws. It's for healthy kids who need blood taken once.
Kilis, CentralAges 3–6 - NCT07014696Recruiting
Taping and exercise for hand function after stroke
This trial tests two rehabilitation methods - special exercise (PNF) and elastic taping - to see which one helps improve hand function in people who have weakness on one side of the body after a stroke. The goal is to find a better way to regain hand movement and daily use.
Istanbul, BahçeşirAges 18 years+ - NCT07009522RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Emotion training group for autistic teens
This trial tests a group training program to help autistic teenagers understand and manage their emotions. It aims to improve emotional awareness and regulation skills.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 13–18 - 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+ - NCT05046600Recruiting
Hand and wrist implant registry for eligible adult patients
This registry collects information about people who need hand or wrist surgery using specific Arthrex implants. It helps the company and doctors learn how these implants are used and how patients do during healing.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06838247Recruiting
Shoulder ultrasound after hand injury
This study uses ultrasound to check for hidden shoulder problems in people recovering from a hand injury. It may help understand if hand trauma affects the shoulder even when you don't notice it.
Ankara, AltindagAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hand?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 255 recruiting hand 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 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 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.