Clinical trials
Muscle Function clinical trials
Below are recruiting muscle function clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 158 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04783155Recruiting
Breathing training after lung transplant at Mayo Clinic
This trial studies whether inspiratory muscle training (exercises to strengthen the breathing muscles) improves recovery and other health outcomes after a single- or double-lung transplant. It may help see if adding breathing exercises makes day-to-day function better and supports clinical recovery.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05459116Recruiting
Record breathing effort to protect lungs during ventilation
This trial studies a way to measure how hard a patient is breathing and how the lungs and diaphragm are working while someone is on a breathing machine. The goal is to help the team use a “lung- and diaphragm-protective” ventilation strategy and see if it improves care.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 4 weeks+ - NCT07692308Recruiting
Muscle health study for sarcopenia prevention and treatment
This study looks at muscle changes in people with or at risk for sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). It aims to find better ways to detect and manage sarcopenia using simple tests like muscle strength and body composition measurements.
Milan, MiAges 50 years+ - NCT06830876Recruiting
Testing muscle stimulator for pain and function after leg amputation
This trial tests if a noninvasive electrical stimulator (NMES) placed on the residual leg can reduce pain and improve muscle and function in people with a below-knee amputation. It aims to offer a drug-free option for managing chronic limb pain.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–100 - NCT06988215Recruiting
Taping and swallowing exercises for stroke patients with swallowing difficulty
This trial tests whether kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the skin) combined with swallowing exercises can help people who have had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. It may improve muscle thickness and swallowing function.
Istanbul, bahçelievlerAges 50–80 - NCT07208916Recruiting
Can eating grapes boost strength and thinking in older women?
This study tests whether eating grapes daily can help improve muscle strength and memory in healthy women aged 65 and older. If you join, you will need to follow a special diet that limits certain foods and supplements.
Springfield, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT07317518Recruiting
Taping for chronic low back pain
This trial tests two different kinesio taping methods for people with chronic low back pain. The goal is to see how taping affects the fascia (connective tissue) in the lower back and whether it can help relieve pain.
Center, Kirşehi̇rAges 18–65 - NCT06100601Recruiting
Nervous System and Voice Disorder Study
This study looks at how the autonomic nervous system (the part that controls things like heart rate and sweat) might be linked to functional dysphonia, a voice problem with no clear physical cause. If you have this voice disorder and meet the health and lifestyle criteria, your participation could help improve understanding of the condition.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18–60 - NCT05048862Recruiting
Brain scan and tests for neuromuscular conditions
This study compares people with neuromuscular disorders to healthy people using questionnaires and brain/neurological tests. It may help researchers understand how these conditions affect the brain and nervous system.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT03752034Recruiting
Muscle fragments after rotator cuff surgery to improve shoulder function
This study looks at whether using “muscle fiber fragments” during/after rotator cuff repair can help your shoulder work better. It targets people with a small tear in one shoulder who can follow the post-surgery follow-up plan.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–80 - NCT07273201Recruiting
Comparing two arm exercises after stroke
This study tests two different types of arm exercises to see which one helps improve arm function better during early stroke recovery. It is for people who recently had a stroke on one side of their brain and are in the early stages of recovery.
CairoAges 50–60 - NCT05649930Recruiting
Power training for tight calf muscles in children with spastic paresis
This trial tests whether a specific exercise program that strengthens leg muscle power can improve calf muscle length and strength in children with spastic paresis (stiffness from the brain or nerves). If it works, it may help children move more easily and build stronger calves.
AmsterdamAges 4–18 - NCT05825092RecruitingPhase 2
Early testosterone gel for people on breathing machines
This Phase 2 study tests whether starting testosterone gel soon after ICU admission can improve physical performance in critically ill adults who need a breathing machine for more than 48 hours. It’s also designed to check safety in this setting.
BordeauxAges 18–79 - NCT06529055Enrolling by invitation
Caffeine and nicotine pouch effects on exercise and brain function
This trial tests how caffeine and nicotine pouches affect your body during exercise, including heart function, thinking, and behavior. It looks at short bursts of high-intensity activity in healthy men who already exercise regularly.
Hattiesburg, MississippiAges 21–40 - NCT06259877Recruiting
Breathing, balance, and function after a stroke
This study tests how breathing muscle strength, balance, and trunk control relate to daily function after a stroke. It aims to help you recover better.
KirikkaleAges 18 years+ - NCT06426875Recruiting
Isometric training for shoulder pain in bowlers
This trial tests if isometric muscle training (holding still muscle contractions) can reduce shoulder pain and improve function and bowling performance in male bowlers. It may help if your pain affects your game and causes emotional distress.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–30 - NCT06574737Recruiting
Can muscle signals predict arm recovery after stroke?
This study tests whether a simple muscle signal test (called surface EMG) can predict how well your arm will recover after a stroke. It involves placing small stickers on your skin to measure muscle activity while you try to move your affected arm.
Bandung, West JavaAges 18 years+ - NCT07134673Recruiting
Long COVID and cell energy study
This study looks at how cells make energy in people with Long COVID compared to people who fully recovered. It involves a blood draw, a small muscle sample, and a skin biopsy to understand why symptoms last.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 18 years+ - NCT07508904Recruiting
Exercise effects in children with cystic fibrosis
This study tests whether a specific exercise program can improve muscle strength, breathing, and fitness in children with cystic fibrosis who are stable and able to exercise.
LahoreAges 6–18 - NCT07535879Enrolling by invitation
Neck Pain Treatment Using Pressure Feedback for Teachers
This study tests whether using pressure feedback (a device that gives you information about muscle tension) while doing neck exercises helps reduce neck pain in teachers. Researchers want to see if this technique strengthens deep neck muscles and improves your symptoms.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 22–65 - NCT06705790Recruiting
Pelvic floor training for bladder, bowel, and sexual health after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether pelvic floor muscle exercises can improve bladder, bowel, and sexual function in people with a spinal cord injury. If you have ongoing symptoms in these areas and a stable health routine, this trial may help you learn ways to strengthen those muscles.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT07525921Recruiting
Dry Needling for Calf Pain in Amateur Football Players
This study tests whether dry needling—inserting thin needles into tight muscle knots in the calf—can reduce pain and improve running speed and performance in young football players. Researchers want to see if this treatment helps athletes play better and feel less discomfort.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–25 - NCT07457437Recruiting
Exercise and medication for weight loss in women
This study tests whether adding resistance exercise to a new weight-loss medication helps women preserve muscle while losing weight. It may be an option for women who want to protect their muscle mass during treatment.
Exeter, DevonAges 25–50 - NCT06936670Recruiting
Breathing exercises for heart and kidney health in type 2 diabetes
This study tests if a special breathing exercise program (strengthening your breathing muscles) can improve heart, kidney, and blood vessel health in young people with type 2 diabetes. It is a 12-week home-based program that might help your body work better.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 14–40
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for muscle function?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 158 recruiting muscle function 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 muscle function 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 muscle function 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.