Clinical trials
Knee clinical trials
Below are recruiting knee clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 836 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06856356Recruiting
Robot-assisted knee replacement surgery study
This study tests if robot-assisted total knee replacement surgery is safe and effective. It may help people who need knee replacement surgery by using advanced technology for more precise implant placement.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT06875817Recruiting
Feldenkrais exercises for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests if gentle, slow Feldenkrais movement exercises can reduce knee pain and improve mobility in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who are still able to walk and get up from the floor, but are experiencing significant pain.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT06896032Recruiting
Walking backward vs forward on an underwater treadmill for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares walking backward versus walking forward on an underwater treadmill to see which helps reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may be a good fit if you have mild to moderate knee OA in one knee and are between 40 and 60 years old.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 40–60 - NCT06930677Recruiting
Knee osteoarthritis treatment study using embolization
This trial tests a new treatment called embolization using a special material (NBGM200) to block certain blood vessels in the knee. It may help reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis.
GhentAges 50 years+ - NCT06955481Recruiting
Navigated knee replacement study for better outcomes
This study tests a computer-guided system for total knee replacement. It aims to see if using the OrthoPilot® navigation system helps improve surgical precision and long-term results.
ŠumperkAges 18–80 - NCT06991231Recruiting
Cryoablation benefits in knee replacement surgery
This trial tests if a special cold treatment (cryoablation) can help reduce pain or improve recovery for people getting knee replacement surgery for arthritis. It might offer an extra option to feel better after the procedure.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07058623Recruiting
Nurse-led telehealth vs in-person follow-up after knee replacement
This trial compares follow-up care with a nurse via video calls or phone versus in-person visits after your first total knee replacement. It aims to see if telehealth is as good as in-person for your recovery.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07080814Recruiting
Balance exercises after knee replacement
This study tests whether special balance exercises on a platform can help people who have recently had a knee replacement walk better and feel steadier.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18 years+ - NCT07119645Recruiting
Collagen supplement for knee discomfort relief
This trial tests whether a daily collagen supplement (NT-II™) can reduce knee discomfort during activities like walking or climbing stairs. You may qualify if you have mild to moderate knee pain during exercise, no arthritis, and are generally healthy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 20–65 - NCT07123805Recruiting
Acupuncture for knee replacement recovery
This study tests if adding acupuncture before and after knee replacement surgery helps reduce pain and improve recovery. It may be an option for people having planned knee replacement for osteoarthritis.
Pavia, PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT07130630Recruiting
Pain and activity confidence in Vietnamese knee osteoarthritis
This study tests a questionnaire that measures how confident people with knee osteoarthritis feel about doing daily activities despite pain. Your answers will help doctors better understand and support Vietnamese-speaking patients.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi MinhAges 50 years+ - NCT07161336RecruitingPhase 2
Methotrexate for knee arthritis with swelling seen on ultrasound
This trial tests if methotrexate (a medicine that reduces inflammation) can improve knee pain and swelling in people with knee osteoarthritis. It is for patients who have signs of synovitis (inflammation inside the joint) that can be seen on an ultrasound.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges 40–70 - NCT07248072Recruiting
Nerve blocks for better recovery after knee replacement
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks—iPACK and BiFeS—to see if they help people feel better and recover faster after total knee replacement surgery. It compares adding these blocks to the usual spinal anesthesia.
ErzurumAges 18–75 - NCT07324109Recruiting
Testing a system for phantom limb pain after leg amputation
This trial is testing a system called Suralis to see if it can help evaluate phantom limb pain — pain that feels like it's coming from a missing leg. It's for people who have had a leg amputated below or above the knee, use a prosthetic regularly, and have daily pain scoring at least 3 out of 10.
Wiesbaden, HesseAges 18 years+ - NCT07329023Recruiting
Acupressure for Knee Arthritis in Older Chinese Adults
This trial tests whether learning self-administered acupressure (a type of massage using fingertips) can help older Chinese adults with knee arthritis manage their pain and stiffness without medication. If you join, you will receive training in a community setting and use a smartphone app to track your progress.
KowloonAges 60 years+ - NCT07347821Recruiting
Study of osteoarthritis in hip and knee replacement patients
This study looks at why osteoarthritis happens in the hip and knee by studying tissue samples taken during joint replacement surgery. If you are already scheduled for a first-time hip or knee replacement and have osteoarthritis, you may be able to join.
Ostrów Mazowiecka, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07360392Recruiting
Nerve block comparison for knee replacement pain
This study compares two numbing techniques (nerve blocks) for pain relief after knee replacement surgery. The goal is to find which one works better and helps you recover with less pain.
AmasyaAges 18–80 - NCT07370480Recruiting
Knee Osteoarthritis and Thermal Spa Treatment Study
This trial tests whether a special spa treatment (thermal water therapy) can help with knee osteoarthritis pain and function. If you have moderate to severe knee OA and live near Enghien-les-Bains, France, this study may be a good fit.
Enghien-les-BainsAges 50–80 - 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 - NCT07425457Recruiting
Cold nerve treatment before knee replacement surgery
This trial tests a cold therapy on nerves before knee replacement to reduce pain. It may help you recover with less discomfort after surgery.
AthensAges 18 years+ - NCT07442812Recruiting
Dexamethasone: pill vs. IV for knee replacement recovery
This trial compares two ways of giving dexamethasone (a strong anti-inflammatory) for people having knee replacement surgery. One group gets a pill and the other gets an IV. The goal is to see which method works better for pain, swelling, and recovery.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 50–80 - 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+ - NCT07482332Recruiting
Core exercises for knee arthritis in women
This study tests if core stability exercises can reduce pain and improve function in women with knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who have not had recent physical therapy and can move their knees and hips freely.
SivasAges 45–65 - NCT07533188Recruiting
Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Alignment Techniques Study
This study compares two different ways surgeons can align and position a robotic knee replacement to see which gives better results. You'll be randomly assigned to one approach and tracked over time to measure pain, function, and satisfaction.
SingaporeAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for knee?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 836 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.