Clinical trials
Intramuscular Injection clinical trials
Below are recruiting intramuscular injection clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 22 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07750626Recruiting
Vibration and ShotBlocker for injection pain in children
This study tests two methods to reduce pain and fear during a shot in the emergency department. It compares using a vibration device or a ShotBlocker device against standard care.
BurdurAges 5–10 - NCT07499687Recruiting
Gentle injection technique for less pain
This study tests a special way of giving a muscle injection (called the TPR technique) to see if it causes less pain and is more satisfying for patients. If you need an injection, this may make the experience more comfortable.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07416916RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two ways to inject steroids for frozen shoulder
This trial compares two injection methods for frozen shoulder: one directly into the shoulder joint and one into the buttock muscle. It aims to see which works better for pain and movement.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05028062RecruitingPhase 4
Naltrexone injections for people who want to cut alcohol drinking
This Phase 4 study tests whether naltrexone injections can help people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) reduce or stop heavy drinking. You may get two injections over 8 weeks, and you can join if you meet specific drinking pattern and eligibility rules.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06924762RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Low-dose IL-2 for chronic hives that don't respond to usual treatment
This study tests a low-dose immune therapy (interleukin-2) for people with chronic hives that don't get better with standard allergy pills. If you are an adult with ongoing hives and itching despite daily antihistamines, this trial might offer a new treatment option.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–74 - NCT07516990Recruiting
Parathyroid Tissue Injection During Thyroid Surgery
This study tests whether injecting parathyroid tissue into the forearm during thyroid surgery helps prevent low calcium levels after surgery. Parathyroid glands control calcium in your body, and they can be damaged during thyroid surgery.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT06834113Recruiting
Testing pain relief from HIV shot location and virtual reality
This study looks at whether changing where you get your HIV injection (in the buttock area) and using a virtual reality headset during the shot can reduce pain. It is for people whose HIV is well-controlled with the injectable medicines cabotegravir and rilpivirine.
Orléans, LoiretAges 18 years+ - NCT07004166Recruiting
New injection techniques to reduce pain and leakage
This study tests two different injection methods (TPR and Z-track) to see if they cause less pain and less medication leakage when giving the painkiller diclofenac sodium into the hip muscle.
SivasAges 18–40 - NCT06343077RecruitingPhase 2
Hiltonol injection for prostate cancer on active surveillance
This trial tests a drug called Hiltonol (Poly-ICLC) given directly into the prostate tumor along with an injection under the skin. It is for men with low-risk prostate cancer who are on active surveillance, to see if the drug can slow or stop the cancer from growing.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07276568Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Hepatocyte-like cell injection for small liver syndrome
This early-phase trial tests an injection of lab-grown liver cells into the stomach muscle to prevent or treat small-for-size syndrome, a condition where a partial liver graft is too small. It may also help people with acute or chronic liver failure.
Beijing, ProvinceAges Any age - NCT07748520Recruiting
Nesting during shots for newborns after cesarean birth
This study tests whether placing newborns in a cozy 'nest' during their first shot after a cesarean birth reduces pain and stress and improves breastfeeding. It may help your baby feel more comfortable and support a good start to breastfeeding.
Darıca, KocaeliAges Up to 30 minutes - NCT04265599Recruiting
Study of high calcium after oil injections
This study looks at why some people develop high blood calcium after receiving an oil injection into a muscle. It may help researchers understand the cause and find better ways to treat it.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06728670Recruiting
Tranexamic acid in ovarian cancer surgery
This study looks at how the drug tranexamic acid (TXA) works in the body during and after surgery for advanced ovarian cancer. It aims to find the best dose to help control bleeding without increasing the risk of blood clots.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–64 - NCT07406360RecruitingPhase 3
Combined MMR and chickenpox vaccine booster for children
This study tests a combined vaccine that protects against measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox (varicella) in one shot. It's for healthy children who have already had their first dose of chickenpox and MMR vaccines, to see if this booster is safe and works well.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1.3 years–6 years - NCT07378995Recruiting
Can play before a shot help children?
This study tests whether a fun, play-based activity given just before an antibiotic shot helps children feel less pain and fear. If your child is 4–6 years old and needs this specific shot, they may be eligible.
ErzurumAges 4–6 - NCT06391125RecruitingPhase 3
Lidocaine for pain relief with penicillin shot for syphilis
This study tests if adding a numbing medicine (lidocaine) to a penicillin shot reduces the pain of the injection for people being treated for syphilis. If you are starting your first of three weekly penicillin shots, you may be able to join.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07251608RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of Niagen injections for fatigue
This trial tests whether Niagen injections are safe for people who feel tired. You would inject the study drug yourself at home for about three months.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06855160RecruitingPhase 3
Chickenpox & MMR Vaccine Study for Healthy Toddlers
This study tests a new chickenpox vaccine combined with a standard MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) in healthy children aged 12-15 months. The goal is to see how well the vaccines work and how safe they are when given as a shot in the arm.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 1 year–1.3 years - NCT06624176Recruiting
Testing a device to reduce pain from baby shots
This trial tests a tool called ShotBlocker that may make the Hepatitis B vaccine less painful for newborn babies. Babies will be randomly assigned to get the shot with or without the device, so researchers can see if it helps.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 9 months–10 months - NCT06634823RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Steroid injection for chronic cough study
This study tests whether a steroid shot into the neck muscles can help people with a long-lasting, unexplained cough. It is for adults who have tried other treatments and still cough.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06842329Recruiting
Can distraction ease injection pain for teens with period pain?
This study tests whether using simple distraction techniques during a shot can reduce pain in teenage girls who come to the emergency room with severe menstrual cramps.
SamsunAges 12–18 - NCT03198702RecruitingPhase 3
Early botulinum shots to prevent shoulder shape problems
This trial tests whether early injections of botulinum toxin into a baby’s arm muscles can prevent the shoulder from changing shape in infants with obstetrical brachial plexus palsy (OBPP). It also checks that the injections are safe and effective over time.
BrestAges 10 months–11 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intramuscular injection?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 22 recruiting intramuscular injection 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 intramuscular injection 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 intramuscular injection 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.