Clinical trials
Knee Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting knee pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 181 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05920382Recruiting
Radiofrequency treatment for long-term knee pain after knee surgery
This trial studies whether a radiofrequency procedure can reduce chronic knee pain after knee replacement surgery. It may help people who still have bothersome pain between 6 months and 5 years after their operation, as long as their pain pattern and medications are stable.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06872567Recruiting
Knee artery block vs. steroid injection for arthritis pain
This study compares two treatments for knee arthritis pain: a procedure that blocks blood flow to the painful area (genicular artery embolization) versus a steroid injection into the knee joint. The goal is to see which one provides better pain relief.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 40 years+ - NCT07522489Recruiting
New knee replacement surgery guidance methods compared
This study compares two ways doctors use computer guidance during robotic knee replacement surgery for severe knee arthritis. The trial tests whether both methods work equally well or if one is better for patient recovery and results.
Warsaw, MazovianAges 18 years+ - NCT07179016Recruiting
Acupressure for chronic pain in rural areas
This trial tests if a self-managed acupressure program can help people living in rural areas manage long-term muscle or joint pain, like neck, back, or knee pain. You would learn to press small seeds on your ear to ease pain.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18–85 - NCT06832852Recruiting
Comparing cost-effective care for muscle and joint pain
This study compares different models of care to find the most cost-effective way to treat common muscle and joint problems (like back, neck, knee, or shoulder pain). It looks at which approach works best for patients with persistent pain to guide future treatment decisions.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT07671482Recruiting
Kinesio vs McConnell taping for knee pain relief
This study compares two types of taping (Kinesio and McConnell) to see which works better for people with pain behind the kneecap (patellofemoral pain syndrome). You may help researchers learn how to best relieve knee pain during daily activities.
Beirut, BeirutAges 18–50 - NCT07674901Recruiting
Knee sleeve vs. no sleeve for chronic knee pain in older adults
This study tests whether wearing a fabric knee sleeve every day for up to 5 years helps reduce knee pain in people aged 50–64. It compares sleeve use to not using a sleeve to see if it makes a difference over time.
Springfield, MassachusettsAges 50–64 - NCT06709963Recruiting
Brain stimulation for older adults with chronic back or knee pain
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation to see if it can reduce pain and improve thinking in older adults with long-term back or knee pain. The treatment involves a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06915363Recruiting
BioPoly implant for knee cartilage repair
This trial tests a BioPoly implant to repair a small damaged cartilage spot in your knee. If you have a specific type of cartilage injury that didn't get better with other treatments, this implant may help relieve pain and improve function.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 30–65 - NCT07080892Recruiting
Comparing two ways to give a knee nerve block for pain after knee replacement
This study compares two different ways of giving a nerve block (called iPACK) to see which works better for pain after total knee replacement. The goal is to find the best spot for the injection to help you feel more comfortable after surgery.
BratislavaAges 18–80 - NCT07057063Recruiting
Light therapy for knee pain and swelling
This study tests if light therapy can reduce knee pain and swelling (synovitis) caused by arthritis. If you have long-lasting knee pain and arthritis, this treatment might offer a non-drug option to help you feel better.
ShenzhenAges 40–80 - NCT04134702Recruiting
Acupuncture for less pain after outpatient knee surgery
This study tests whether acupuncture can reduce pain after outpatient arthroscopic knee surgery done under general anesthesia. It may help by improving pain control while avoiding certain medicine side effects, but you must meet several specific safety and medication limits.
Greifswald, VorpommernAges 19–55 - NCT07842913Recruiting
Hybrid telerehabilitation for anterior knee pain
This study tests a hybrid telerehabilitation program for people with anterior knee pain. It combines at-home exercises with remote physiotherapy sessions using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if this approach is effective in routine clinical practice.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06083480RecruitingPhase 4
Reducing stress to prevent long-term pain after knee replacement
This trial tests if lowering oxidative stress (damage from natural body processes) during knee replacement surgery can prevent chronic pain afterward. It may help people with osteoarthritis who have moderate to severe pain before surgery.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 50 years+ - NCT07245121Recruiting
Sugar water injections for chronic knee arthritis pain
This trial tests whether injecting a sugar-water solution around the nerves of the knee can reduce chronic pain from osteoarthritis. It is for people with long-term knee pain, stiffness, and cracking who have not had recent knee treatments or surgery.
Athens, AtticaAges 38 years+ - NCT07396233Recruiting
Knee Osteoarthritis Therapy: Diagonal Movement Patterns
This trial tests a type of physical therapy called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation for people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help reduce pain and improve how well your knee works.
Karachi, SindhAges 40–60 - NCT07362589Enrolling by invitation
Does pain education before knee or hip replacement help?
This study tests whether a special education session before knee or hip replacement surgery can help reduce anxiety, pain, and the need for pain medicine after surgery. If you are scheduled for joint replacement and can take part in a short learning session, you may be eligible.
Istanbul, KayişdağiAges 18 years+ - NCT07367126Recruiting
Nerve pain in knee osteoarthritis: Pain and function study
This study looks at nerve-related pain in people with knee osteoarthritis and how it affects their pain level and daily function. It may help understand if nerve pain is a key factor in your knee OA symptoms.
IstanbulAges 40–70 - NCT07630337Recruiting
Cryotherapy to reduce pain medication after knee replacement
This study tests whether applying cold therapy (cryotherapy) after knee replacement surgery helps patients need fewer opioid pain medications than standard care alone. If cryotherapy works, it could help you manage pain more safely after surgery.
Buenos Aires, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+ - NCT07548385RecruitingPhase 3
New pain medicine for after knee replacement surgery
This study tests a new medication called suzetrigine to help manage pain after knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces pain and discomfort better than current treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT07464080Recruiting
Brain imaging study for knee replacement patients
This study uses advanced brain scans to understand how pain and recovery change after knee replacement surgery. It may help researchers develop better ways to manage pain after surgery.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06239649Recruiting
Nerve block before knee replacement for faster recovery
This trial tests whether a numbing injection (nerve block) around the knee before surgery can help you recover faster and feel less pain after a total knee replacement. It is for people with knee osteoarthritis who are ready for their first knee replacement surgery.
Denizli, PamukkaleAges 40–85 - NCT07577869Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain relief after knee replacement
This trial tests two types of numbing injections (nerve blocks) around the knee to help manage pain after total knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see if these injections reduce pain and improve recovery compared to standard pain treatment.
Kayseri, KocasinanAges 18–80 - NCT07562425Recruiting
Knee Strengthening Exercises for Patellofemoral Pain
This study compares three types of thigh muscle exercises to help reduce knee pain in people with patellofemoral pain syndrome (pain around the kneecap). Researchers want to see which exercise style—holding steady, moving through motion, or lowering slowly—works best for your pain.
Elâzığ, MErkezAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for knee pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 181 recruiting knee 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 knee 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 knee 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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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.