Clinical trials
Knee clinical trials
Below are recruiting knee clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 814 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07028476Recruiting
New care for possible ACL tear using automated laxity test
This trial is testing a new approach to care for people with a possible torn ACL (the ligament in your knee). It uses a special exam to measure knee looseness automatically, and the goal is to give you a faster path to the right treatment.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT07032233Recruiting
Strength, Balance, and Function in Above-Knee Amputees
This study looks at how the length of the remaining part of your leg (residual limb) affects your strength, balance, and walking ability. If you have a transfemoral amputation (above the knee) and use a prosthesis, this trial may help researchers better understand your function.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–50 - NCT07015905RecruitingPhase 3
Study of REGN7508 vs. standard blood thinners after knee replacement
This trial compares a new blood thinner called REGN7508 to two standard blood thinners (apixaban and enoxaparin) to prevent blood clots after total knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see which is safer and more effective.
Sheffield, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07016906Recruiting
MRI study of knee movement in healthy adults
This study uses MRI scans to see how the knee moves from a bent to a straight position. It aims to learn more about normal knee motion, which could help improve treatments for knee problems.
Marcy-l'ÉtoileAges 18–40 - NCT07016672Recruiting
PRP vs. hyaluronic acid for advanced knee arthritis
This study compares two treatments—platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and hyaluronic acid (a lubricating injection)—for people with severe knee arthritis seen on MRI. The goal is to see which better reduces pain.
Toulon, VarAges 18 years+ - NCT07020312RecruitingPhase 2
Brain training to improve muscle recovery after joint surgery
This trial tests whether brain-computer interface training can help you regain muscle control more effectively after knee or hip surgery. It focuses on four common procedures and uses neurofeedback to optimize muscle activation during recovery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07023185Recruiting
Cold and compression after knee replacement
This study will test if adding cold and compression therapy after knee replacement surgery can help with pain, swelling, and recovery. You may qualify if you are 50 or older and having a knee replacement with a specific surgeon.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 50 years+ - NCT04875052Recruiting
Study vibration after ACL injury and future arthritis risk
This study looks at whether using vibration after an ACL injury helps predict or reduce the risk of developing post-traumatic osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis) later. It may help researchers learn which patients are more likely to develop arthritis after ACL reconstruction.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 16–35 - NCT07006883Recruiting
Yoga program for knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests whether a yoga program can improve daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help reduce pain and stiffness while improving mobility.
São PauloAges 40–80 - NCT07009392Recruiting
Bacteria in the knee during ACL surgery
This study looks for bacteria inside the knee joint during ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery, either for the first time or after a previous surgery. The goal is to learn more about the knee's natural bacteria, which might help improve recovery and prevent infections.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT06998134Recruiting
Exoskeleton walking training for children and young adults
This trial tests whether a robotic leg exoskeleton can help improve walking in children and young adults with certain conditions (like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, or spinal cord injury) or those with no walking issues. The goal is to find out if the exoskeleton is safe and effective for everyday use, especially in younger people who might lose the ability to walk as they get older.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–25 - NCT07001761Recruiting
Ultrasound study for knee osteoarthritis
This study uses ultrasound imaging to evaluate knee osteoarthritis in people over 30 with painful knees. It aims to better understand how the condition appears on imaging.
SohagAges 30 years+ - NCT07003113Recruiting
Blood flow therapy for knee and back pain
This study tests a treatment called ischemic preconditioning, which uses a blood pressure cuff to temporarily restrict blood flow to your leg. It may help reduce pain from osteoarthritis in the knee or chronic back pain.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT06989229Recruiting
Nutritional care before and after joint replacement surgery
This trial tests if special nutritional support before and after hip or knee replacement helps you recover faster. It is for people having planned (not emergency) surgery.
Brno, CzechiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06981741RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell treatment for knee cartilage damage
This trial tests whether a new stem cell treatment, given during a surgical procedure, can help repair damaged cartilage in the knee. It is for people with moderate to severe knee pain and a specific size of cartilage injury.
AltenburgAges 18–60 - NCT06971601Recruiting
Testing physical exams for kneecap fat pad syndrome
This study aims to find out if simple physical exam tests can accurately diagnose impingement of the fat pad behind the kneecap. You would get a clinical exam and an MRl to compare the results, so researchers can see which tests best identify the problem.
Saint-MauriceAges 18–70 - NCT06957444Enrolling by invitation
Allergic skin reactions and scar appearance after joint replacement
This study looks at how often patients have an allergic skin reaction to the stitches used after knee or hip replacement, and how their scar looks. If you are having a first-time replacement, you may be able to join.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–80 - NCT06942689RecruitingPhase 4
Finding the best dose of numbing medicine for knee surgery pain
This trial tests different amounts of a long-lasting numbing medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) injected near the nerve in your thigh to see which volume works best for controlling pain after knee surgery. If you qualify, you may receive better pain relief and need fewer opioids.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–85 - NCT06939491Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound-guided electrolysis vs. sham for patellar tendon pain
This trial tests whether a treatment called ultrasound-guided electrolysis therapy can reduce pain and improve tendon health in people with patellar tendinopathy (knee tendon pain). It compares the real treatment to a sham (fake) treatment to see if it works better.
Bremen, Free Hanseatic City of BremenAges 18–59 - NCT06784882RecruitingPhase 4
Continuous vs. single-injection nerve block for outpatient knee replacement
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks for pain control after total knee replacement. You will receive either a one-time injection or a continuous block that delivers medication through a small tube. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief while allowing you to go home the same day.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06920186Recruiting
Extra nerve blocks for knee replacement pain
This study compares two ways to manage pain after knee replacement surgery: one uses a nerve block around the knee (adductor canal block), and the other adds an extra shot or nerve block. The goal is to see which approach works better for controlling pain and helping you recover.
Quincy-sous-SénartAges 18 years+ - NCT06919913Recruiting
Probiotics for joint infection surgery
This study tests if taking probiotics before and after surgery can help your immune system fight infection in a hip or knee replacement. You would be given a probiotic or a placebo alongside your standard treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 18–90 - NCT06370312Recruiting
Biomarkers for thumb osteoarthritis surgery
This study looks at joint fluid and tissue samples from people with thumb base osteoarthritis who are already scheduled for a surgery called trapeziectomy. The goal is to find markers that might help better understand the disease and improve treatment.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 25 years+ - NCT06902285RecruitingPhase 4
Magnesium supplement for better sleep after joint replacement
This study tests whether taking magnesium L-threonate can improve sleep quality after total knee or hip replacement surgery. It may help you sleep better during recovery.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for knee?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 814 recruiting knee 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 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 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.