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
- NCT07251543Enrolling by invitation
Salivary gland massage for dry mouth in older adults
This study tests whether a simple salivary gland massage program can help older adults with dry mouth improve chewing, swallowing, and overall oral health. It's designed for people aged 65 and older who can follow instructions and participate in activities.
Chiayi City, TaiwanAges 65 years+ - NCT07743736Recruiting
Aromatherapy and massage after cesarean delivery
This trial tests whether aromatherapy and massage help new mothers recover after a cesarean birth. It may reduce pain and improve well-being after delivery.
Uşak, UşakAges 18–40 - NCT07502157Recruiting
Massage for pain and anxiety during first cancer infusion
This study tests whether massage therapy can help reduce pain and anxiety in people with gynecologic cancer who are getting their first infusion treatment. You may be eligible if you are about to receive your first infusion and haven't had any in the past 2 years.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–85 - NCT07738185Recruiting
Massage after tongue-tie surgery in babies
This trial tests whether gentle mouth massages after tongue-tie surgery (frenotomy) can help prevent the tongue from re-attaching and improve feeding in babies under 1 year old.
Boynton Beach, FloridaAges Up to 1 year - NCT07731243Recruiting
Vibration, massage and myofascial release for period pain
This study tests whether combining vibration, massage, and myofascial release (a gentle stretching technique) can help relieve pain from primary dysmenorrhea (period pain without an underlying condition). If you are a woman with regular periods and moderate to severe menstrual pain, this trial may offer a non-drug treatment option.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–30 - NCT06296134Recruiting
Perineal massage in pregnancy to relax pelvic floor muscles
This study tests whether perineal massage during pregnancy helps reduce tension in the pelvic floor muscles. If you are a first-time mom expecting a single baby with the head down, you may be able to join.
UdineAges 18–40 - NCT06351202Recruiting
Abdominal massage for feeding issues in preemies
This study tests whether gentle tummy massage can help premature babies in the NICU who have trouble digesting feedings. If your baby qualifies, they will receive daily massages to see if it improves feeding and comfort.
Clermont-FerrandAges 3 days–2 months - NCT06424158Recruiting
Massage therapy after upper or lower back surgery
This study tests if massage therapy can help children recover after their first back surgery (thoracic or lumbar fusion). It's for kids who can talk and don't have certain health problems like chronic pain or bleeding disorders.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 7–19 - NCT06469996Recruiting
Massage therapy for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests whether a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) can reduce pain and improve well-being in women with fibromyalgia. The massage targets the soft tissues under the skin to relieve muscle tension and pain.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT06474910Recruiting
Connective tissue massage for scleroderma patients
This study tests whether a special type of massage (connective tissue massage) helps improve hand function and skin tightness in people with scleroderma. It may be a good option if your scleroderma is stable and you can do light exercise.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT06506253Recruiting
Massage for generalized anxiety: brain imaging and response
This study tests if massage therapy can help people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and uses brain scans to see how it works. You may join if you have GAD, are not on certain medications or are stable on them, and can lie face down or face up for an hour.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–64 - NCT06506708Recruiting
Massage and hydrotherapy for endometriosis pain
This study tests whether combining massage and water therapy can reduce pain and improve well-being in people with endometriosis. If you have had pelvic pain for at least 6 months, this trial might help you find relief.
GranadaAges 18–55 - NCT06556758Recruiting
Stripping massage for rhomboid trigger points in women
This study tests whether a specific massage technique (stripping massage) can relieve upper back pain caused by trigger points in the rhomboid muscles. It focuses on women aged 18 to 40 who have not had neck or shoulder surgery.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT06567093Recruiting
Massage for pain during heel blood draw in newborns
This study tests whether a gentle leg and heel massage can help reduce pain in newborns during a standard heel blood test. It's for healthy babies born at full term (38–41 weeks) who are less than a month old.
Bartın, ProvinceAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT06604403Recruiting
Massage for people on hemodialysis
This trial tests if massage therapy during dialysis sessions can improve comfort or well-being. It's for people who have been on hemodialysis for at least 6 months and can communicate easily.
Erzurum, YakutiyeAges 18 years+ - NCT06708377Recruiting
Dry needling and massage for jaw joint pain
This trial tests whether dry needling combined with myofascial massage therapy can help relieve pain and improve jaw movement in people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. It compares this treatment to standard care to see which works better.
Islamabad, FederalAges 25–45 - NCT06745648Recruiting
Head massage in a head-down position for headache relief
This trial tests a simple, non-drug technique (carotid sinus massage while lying with your head lower than your body) to see if it can relieve headaches. If you have a migraine, tension headache, or mixed headache that started in the last day, you may be able to join.
Trenque Lauquen, Buenos AiresAges 16 years+ - NCT06788288Recruiting
Massage chairs and sleep quality study
This study tests whether using a massage chair over several weeks can help improve sleep in people who have trouble sleeping. You may qualify if you have poor sleep and are otherwise healthy.
Trikala, ThessalyAges 18–45 - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12–21 - NCT06921174RecruitingPhase 2
Pelvic pain relief after childbirth: massage vs device
This study compares two non-surgical therapies for postpartum perineal pain: traditional perineal massage versus a small silicone device used inside the vagina. If you have persistent pain after a vaginal birth and have not tried other treatments yet, this trial may help you find relief.
Murcia, MurciaAges 18 years+ - NCT06927531Recruiting
Pilates ball and massage for reducing labor pain
This study tests whether using a Pilates ball and sacral massage during labor can help reduce pain, shorten delivery time, and improve your birth experience. It is for first-time mothers with a full-term, low-risk pregnancy.
Şehitkamil, Gazi̇antepAges 18–35 - NCT07004894Recruiting
Exercises vs massage for tennis elbow
This study compares two elbow treatments for tennis elbow: a re-education exercise program and a friction massage. It aims to see which better reduces pain and improves function.
IslamabadAges 25–50 - NCT07070505Recruiting
Hand massage for restrained patients
This study is testing if a gentle hand massage can help patients who are being physically restrained (tied down) and also given calming medication. It aims to see if massage can reduce stress or discomfort in these situations.
AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07077655Recruiting
Marmet and oxytocin massage for breast milk increase
This trial compares two massage techniques to help new mothers produce more breast milk. If you had a cesarean birth and are exclusively breastfeeding, this study may show you a way to boost your milk supply.
IzmirAges 18–35
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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.