Clinical trials
Meditation clinical trials
Below are recruiting meditation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 96 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05862636Recruiting
Testing who benefits most from mindfulness meditation
This study looks at people who take part in a mindfulness program at specific study locations and examines who does best. You might be eligible if you are already joining the mindfulness intervention and can complete study tasks in the required language.
AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT06673589Recruiting
Study on brain synchrony during social interaction
This trial looks at how brain activity syncs between people, focusing on those with different levels of social interaction. It may help understand social connection better.
Fairfield, IowaAges 18–50 - NCT07546786Recruiting
How Meditation Affects Thinking and Emotions
This study compares how meditation affects brain function and emotional regulation in people who meditate regularly versus those who don't. Researchers want to understand if regular meditation improves focus, memory, and emotional well-being.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07386769Recruiting
Brain activity during social interaction in opioid use
This study looks at how the brain works during social interactions in people who use opioids regularly. It may help researchers understand how opioid use affects the way you connect with others.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07675681Recruiting
Remote virtual program for women with mobility challenges
This study tests a remote Tai Chi and Qigong program to improve energy, stress, and sleep in women with mobility impairments. You would do gentle seated exercises at home while wearing a fitness tracker.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 35–64 - NCT06748222RecruitingPhase 3
Online mindfulness program for breast cancer survivors
This trial tests a 6-week online mindfulness program to help breast cancer survivors manage mild to moderate depression. You may qualify if you finished active treatment within the last 5 years and can use a digital device.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–50 - NCT06317259Recruiting
Studying how breathwork affects the body
This trial tests if doing specific breathwork exercises can have benefits for your health. You will follow a breathing program to see how it affects your body and mind.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT07441122Recruiting
Brain game for focus: Using brain-computer tech in older adults
This study tests if a brain-computer interface can help older adults improve attention. You'll use a computer that reads your brain signals and gives feedback to train your focus.
Austin, TexasAges 18–90 - NCT07724587Recruiting
Exercise study for muscle wasting in dialysis patients
This trial tests if a supervised exercise program can help people on dialysis who have muscle wasting (uremic sarcopenia). It aims to improve muscle strength, physical function, and quality of life.
NingboAges 18–80 - NCT04049214Recruiting
Mindfulness program during breast cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a structured mindfulness program before and after breast cancer surgery can reduce stress and improve how patients feel and cope. You may be offered mindfulness materials to use around the time of your operation.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04160429Recruiting
Biospecimen testing to measure chemicals during treatment
This trial collects small samples like blood, sweat, and saliva while you’re taking certain medicines. Researchers will analyze these samples to see if they can detect chemical levels, which may help improve monitoring for people with chronic or infection-related illnesses.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05208164Recruiting
Mindfulness program for Black adults with type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a mindfulness class, delivered by text messages and online or in-person sessions, can help adults with type 2 diabetes. It is designed specifically for African American/Black participants in the Chicago area.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 21–75 - NCT05327543Recruiting
Online yoga program for better quality of life
This study tests whether doing online yoga can improve quality of life in people with non-metastatic breast cancer. It’s meant to help with day-to-day well-being after cancer treatment.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT05500794Recruiting
Meditation for itch from psoriasis or eczema
This trial studies whether meditation can reduce itching and improve quality of life in adults with plaque psoriasis or atopic dermatitis (eczema). It may help by calming the mind and reducing discomfort related to inflammatory skin disease.
ParisAges 3 weeks+ - NCT05576090Recruiting
Study tests sleep skills in UCLA students with insomnia symptoms
This study looks at whether sleep techniques can improve sleep problems. It’s designed for UCLA students living on campus who report meaningful insomnia symptoms, and it may help you learn practical ways to sleep better.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–22 - NCT05719246Recruiting
Yoga and meditation for teens with IBS stress
This study tests a structured yoga and meditation program to help reduce stress symptoms in teens with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It may help your teen learn calming practices that could ease how stress affects IBS.
Camden, New JerseyAges 12–21 - NCT05766553Recruiting
Virtual reality mindfulness to reduce cigarette cravings
This trial tests whether guided mindfulness meditation in virtual reality can lower cigarette cravings and help people quit smoking. It may help by reducing urges to smoke during stressful moments.
IteuilAges 18–75 - NCT05790850Recruiting
Mindfulness and exercise plan before bladder surgery
This study tests whether a structured mindfulness and high-intensity exercise program before radical bladder surgery can help patients improve health and recovery. You may be asked to use monitoring devices and complete questionnaires during the study.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–90 - NCT06004804Recruiting
Video group therapy for chronic pain in older Veterans
This study tests whether group therapy sessions held over video can help older Veterans manage chronic muscle or joint pain. It focuses on teaching practical skills to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60–95 - NCT06017765Recruiting
Mindfulness for grief after losing a loved one
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help adults cope with intense grief after the loss of a loved one. If you have been diagnosed with Prolonged Grief Disorder and are not in other grief treatment, this may be an option for you.
Caen, CalvadosAges 18–60 - NCT06106191Recruiting
Mindfulness program for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a mindfulness-based program designed to help people with long-term low back pain. It aims to see if combining mindfulness with a personalized approach can improve pain management and daily functioning.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06165653Recruiting
Guided meditation during radiation for brain tumors
This trial tests whether guided meditation can help people with brain tumors feel better during radiation therapy. You'll be randomly assigned to either meditation sessions or standard care, and researchers will see how it affects your well-being.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06274034RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Muse headband study for anxiety and sleep in breast cancer survivors
This study tests if a headband that guides meditation can help breast cancer survivors with anxiety and trouble sleeping. You wear the headband for short sessions and track your progress on a phone or tablet.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–80 - NCT06328751Recruiting
Virtual reality meditation for cancer pain relief
This study tests whether using meditation with virtual reality can help reduce pain in people with cancer. If you have chronic pain from cancer and can use a simple VR headset, this might be a gentle way to find relief.
Manaus, AmazonasAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for meditation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 96 recruiting meditation 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 meditation 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 meditation 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.