Clinical trials
Herpes Zoster Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting herpes zoster pain 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
- NCT07515885Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for Shingles Pain Relief
This study tests whether electroacupuncture (a form of acupuncture with mild electrical stimulation) can reduce pain from shingles (herpes zoster), a viral infection that causes painful skin rashes. Researchers will also measure certain markers in your blood to understand how the treatment works.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–80 - NCT06942806Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for shingles nerve pain
This trial tests a treatment called high-frequency short-time spinal cord stimulation for pain caused by shingles (herpes zoster). It's for people whose pain hasn't improved with other treatments or who can't take pain medicines due to side effects or other health issues.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 40–85 - NCT07732556Recruiting
Nerve block comparison for shingles pain relief
This trial compares two different nerve blocks (MTP and ESP) to see which works better for treating shingles pain in the chest or back. It could help you if you have moderate to severe shingles pain that started within the last 30 days.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 21–60 - NCT06959147RecruitingPhase 4
Study for nerve pain after shingles using radiofrequency and a numbing shot
This trial tests a two-step procedure for treating nerve pain after shingles (called postherpetic neuralgia). First, a special type of radiofrequency treatment is applied to block the pain signals. Then, a long-lasting numbing medicine is injected under the skin to help keep the pain away. It is for people aged 40 to 85 who have not gotten enough relief from standard medicines.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 40–85 - NCT06978192RecruitingPhase 2
Study for treating shingles pain with a special nerve block
This trial tests a combination of two treatments to reduce shingles pain that hasn't responded to standard medicines. It involves a nerve block to see if it can help people who have ongoing pain after shingles.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 40–85 - NCT07307170Recruiting
Mirogabalin for shingles pain study
This trial tests a new pain medicine called mirogabalin for people with shingles pain that started within the last 30 days. It aims to see if the drug can safely reduce moderate to severe pain.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07307976Recruiting
Testing a new pain drug for shingles pain
This trial tests a new medicine called crisugabalin to see if it safely reduces shingles pain. It may help if you have moderate to severe pain from a shingles rash that started less than 3 months ago.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07361796Recruiting
Preventing nerve pain after shingles with venlafaxine
This trial tests if the antidepressant venlafaxine can prevent long-term nerve pain (postherpetic neuralgia) in people who currently have shingles. If you have moderate to severe shingles pain, this study may help find a way to stop the pain from becoming chronic.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07361809Recruiting
Desvenlafaxine for shingles pain relief
This trial tests if desvenlafaxine (an antidepressant also used for nerve pain) can safely reduce pain from shingles. It may be an option if your shingles pain is moderate to severe and started within the last 3 months.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07370389Recruiting
Testing a new pain drug for shingles pain
This trial tests a new pain medication called tulodesvenlafaxine for people with shingles-related pain. It may help if you have moderate to severe pain that started within the last 90 days.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07370402Recruiting
Flurbiprofen patch for shingles pain relief
This trial tests if a flurbiprofen skin patch can reduce pain from shingles (herpes zoster). It may help people with moderate to severe pain who have had the rash for less than 90 days.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07378046Recruiting
Baclofen for shingles pain: a safety and effectiveness study
This study tests whether the muscle relaxant baclofen can safely reduce shingles pain. It is for adults with moderate to severe pain who have not tried this drug before.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07378059Recruiting
Loxoprofen patch for shingles pain
This trial tests if a loxoprofen skin patch (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) can safely relieve moderate to severe pain from shingles. It may be an option for people who have had shingles rash for less than 90 days.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07655804RecruitingPhase 3
Calcitonin injection for shingles pain in older adults
This trial tests whether a medication called calcitonin (given as a shot under the skin) can help reduce pain in people with a recent shingles outbreak. It is for adults 50 and older who have moderate to severe pain from their rash.
Tanta, Gharbia GovernorateAges 50 years+ - NCT07400640Recruiting
Comparing two treatments for postherpetic neuralgia pain
This trial compares two procedures—a nerve block injection and a radiofrequency treatment—to see which works better for lasting pain after shingles. It aims to help people with persistent pain in the neck, chest, or lower back.
AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT06969417Recruiting
Comparing two medications for shingles nerve pain
This trial compares two medications (pregabalin and lacosamide) to find out which works better for relieving nerve pain that continues after shingles. If you have this persistent pain and are not already on painkillers, you may be able to join.
Kharan, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–50 - NCT06890897Recruiting
Esketamine with pulsed radiofrequency for shingles-related face pain
This trial tests whether adding esketamine (a medicine related to ketamine) to a standard nerve treatment (pulsed radiofrequency) can better relieve face pain caused by shingles. It may help if you have ongoing, moderate-to-severe pain in your face or scalp.
BeijingAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for herpes zoster pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 17 recruiting herpes zoster pain 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 herpes zoster pain 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 herpes zoster pain 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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