Clinical trials
Massage clinical trials
Below are recruiting massage clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 90 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07120659Recruiting
Comparing vacuum and tactile massage for chronic neck pain
This study compares two types of massage (vacuum massage and tactile massage) to see which one works better for people with long-term neck pain. If you have had neck pain for at least 3 months, you may be able to join.
Tromsø, TromsAges 21–75 - NCT07681661Recruiting
Massage Gun vs Deep Massage for Shoulder Knots
This study compares using a handheld massage device (like a massage gun) with deep pressure massage to treat painful knots in the upper shoulder muscle. It may help people with moderate to severe neck or shoulder pain who have not had recent treatment.
IslamabadAges 24–45 - NCT07228728Recruiting
Skin massage study in healthy babies
This study looks at how a baby's skin reacts to gentle massage in the first few months of life. It will help us understand how massage might support the immune system.
LondonAges birth–6 months - NCT06536608Recruiting
Oketani breast massage for breastfeeding help
This study tests a special breast massage technique (Oketani massage) to see if it helps new moms breastfeed more easily. If you are a healthy first-time mom in your 36th week of pregnancy, you may be able to join.
ÇankırıAges 18–45 - NCT07130747Recruiting
Comparing massage techniques for c-section scar recovery
This study compares two types of gentle manual therapy (myofascial release and deep friction massage) to see which works better for reducing pain, helping the belly recover, and improving a C-section scar. It may be a good option if you're between 30–45, had a C-section over 6 months ago, and still have scar or pelvic pain.
AlexandriaAges 30–45 - NCT06053229Recruiting
Massage therapy for leg muscle health during immobilization
This trial examines if percussive massage can help maintain leg muscle mass and strength when your leg is immobilized (e.g., in a cast). It aims to see if this therapy could reduce muscle loss during periods of disuse.
Provo, UtahAges 18–50 - NCT06224829Recruiting
Massage therapy for long-term neck pain
This study tests whether massage can help people with neck pain that has lasted at least 3 months. You will receive massage sessions, and researchers will track how your pain changes.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–60 - NCT06829251Recruiting
Ear massage for stress and sleep in parents of children with diabetes
This study tests if a simple ear massage you can do at home helps reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep for parents of children with type 1 diabetes. You would learn the massage during online sessions and do it for a few weeks.
MersinAges 21–60 - NCT07040397Recruiting
Massage therapy study for lower back pain
This study tests whether an electronic approach to massage therapy can help relieve lower back pain. It may be an option if you have persistent lower back pain and haven't used pain medications recently.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07094997Recruiting
Massage therapy for healthcare workers with low back pain
This study tests if massage therapy can help healthcare workers with ongoing low back pain. If you qualify, you would receive several massage sessions to see if they reduce your pain and improve your well-being.
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian VoivodeshipAges 30–65 - NCT07615816Recruiting
Medical massage therapy for active-duty service members with recent lower back pain
This study tests whether massage therapy can help active-duty service members who have had lower back pain for 1–3 months. Researchers want to see if massage reduces pain and improves function.
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WashingtonAges 18–64 - NCT07432074Enrolling by invitation
Acupressure and massage after cesarean section
This study tests whether acupressure (gentle pressure on specific points) or massage can help women recover after a planned cesarean. It aims to reduce pain and improve comfort without using extra medicine.
IstanbulAges 18–45 - NCT06756867Enrolling by invitation
Hand massage with violet oil for itching in hemodialysis patients
This study tests if a gentle hand massage using violet oil can help reduce itching and improve quality of life for people on hemodialysis. It is for patients who have been on dialysis for at least 6 months and have bothersome itching.
Kayseri, KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06578936Recruiting
Massage and warmth after knee replacement
This study tests whether gentle belly massage and a warm pack help people have a bowel movement more quickly after total knee replacement surgery done under spinal anesthesia. It looks at how these simple, drug-free treatments may help get your bowels working again after surgery.
AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06960876Recruiting
Ultrasound vs. sinus massage for chronic sinusitis
This study compares two treatments for chronic sinusitis: ultrasound therapy (sound waves applied to the face) and sinus massage (gentle pressure on the face). Both are non-drug options that may help relieve your symptoms.
IslamabadAges 20–60 - NCT06298331Recruiting
Aerobic exercise with abdominal massage for chronic constipation
This study tests whether adding aerobic exercise to abdominal massage helps people with chronic constipation. If you have ongoing constipation and haven't tried new treatments recently, you may be eligible.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT05164926Recruiting
St. John’s wort oil massage during vaginal childbirth
This trial studies whether using St. John’s wort oil for perineum massage (the area between the vagina and anus) during active labor can be helpful for women planning a vaginal birth. It looks at normal, low-risk pregnancies to see what difference this comfort-and-care approach may make.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 18–40 - NCT07184294Recruiting
Massage therapy for anxiety during chemo
This study tests different types of massage therapy to see if they can help reduce anxiety while you are getting chemotherapy. It is for people who have already had at least one chemo session, feel anxious, and have at least six more infusions scheduled.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07576192Recruiting
Massage treatments for heel pain in pregnant women
This study compares two hands-on massage techniques to relieve plantar fasciitis (heel pain) in pregnant women during the second trimester. The goal is to find the most effective, safe way to reduce pain without medication.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT07367243Recruiting
Percussive massage therapy and muscle structure study
This trial tests how percussive massage therapy affects muscle structure in healthy young adults. It may help understand if this type of massage can improve muscle function.
TrabzonAges 18–30 - NCT07312916Recruiting
Hand massage for itching in kidney dialysis patients
This study tests whether hand massage can help reduce the chronic itching that many people on dialysis experience. It compares two groups to see if massage provides relief and improves quality of life.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18 years+ - NCT06954935Recruiting
Eye massage for nausea after gallbladder surgery
This study tests if a gentle massage around the eyes can help reduce nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. If you often feel sick after surgery, this might offer a drug-free way to feel better.
GaziantepAges 18–70 - NCT07150143Recruiting
Massage and exercises for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether adding a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) and other physical therapies to standard neck stabilization exercises helps people with long-term neck pain feel better.
Ataşehir, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06631001Recruiting
Abdominal massage for digestion in ICU patients on tube feeding
This study tests if gentle abdominal massage can improve digestion in intensive care patients who are on a breathing machine and receiving liquid food through a tube. It might help prevent gastrointestinal issues like bloating or slow digestion.
MersinAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for massage?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 90 recruiting massage 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 massage 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 massage 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.