Clinical trials
Muscle clinical trials
Below are recruiting muscle clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,109 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07831278Recruiting
Training muscle signals after amputation or nerve surgery
This study tests a new training program to help your brain and muscles work together after an amputation or nerve surgery. It may improve how you move and feel after surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT07827677Recruiting
Brain stimulation for muscle pain relief in people with insomnia
This study looks at whether different types of brain stimulation (called TMS) can help reduce the muscle pain triggered during a test. It is designed for people who also have insomnia, and who are otherwise healthy.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT07828847Recruiting
Exercise and muscle health in older adults with diabetes
This study looks at how exercise affects muscle cell function in older adults with type 2 diabetes and frailty. It may help find ways to improve strength and independence in aging.
ValenciaAges 18–83 - NCT07822048Recruiting
Ready-made beef meals for firefighter recovery after firefighting tasks
This study tests whether eating only ready-made beef meals for a few days helps firefighters recover better after doing firefighting drills.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT07819565Recruiting
Pork protein for firefighter recovery
This study tests whether eating pork protein helps firefighters recover faster after physically demanding fireground simulations. If you join, you'll eat provided meals and avoid certain pain relievers before testing, so we can see how your body responds.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT07823101Recruiting
Imaging study of swallowing and speech muscles in muscle diseases
This study uses imaging to look at the muscles involved in swallowing and speaking in people with certain muscle diseases, like inclusion body myositis or ALS. The goal is to better understand these conditions, which might help improve care in the future.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05618886Recruiting
Pelvic floor exercises for urinary leakage in women
This study tests whether pelvic floor muscle training (exercises) can improve urinary incontinence (urine leakage) in Nepalese women. If you qualify, you may be asked to learn and do the exercises as part of a research program and share feedback during follow-up.
Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok District- 3Ages 18–45 - NCT06488547Recruiting
Stress and muscle health study for Greek workers
This trial looks at how stress affects muscle and bone health in employees. If you join, you'll answer questions and be measured with simple electronic devices. The goal is to find ways to help workers stay healthy.
Larissa, Biopolis- LarissaAges 19 years+ - NCT07809542Recruiting
Brain scans in people with muscle pain
This study looks at how the brain processes pain in people with muscle pain. Researchers will use special brain scans (MEG and MRI) to see if there are any differences in brain activity. This may help improve future treatments for chronic pain.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–70 - NCT07815340Recruiting
Return-to-football rehab after knee, hamstring, or ankle injury
This study compares two rehabilitation approaches for footballers recovering from ACL surgery, hamstring strains, or ankle sprains. It aims to find the best way to safely return to club or regional football.
Islamabad, FederalAges 18–35 - NCT06493812Recruiting
Comparing two tissue patches for pituitary tumor surgery
This trial compares two types of tissue patches (from the thigh or temple) used to repair the floor of the skull after pituitary tumor surgery. It helps prevent brain fluid leaks after the operation.
ZagrebAges 18 years+ - NCT06378242RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a bladder cancer drug for high-risk NMIBC patients
This trial tests a drug called Disitamab Vedotin, given directly into the bladder, for a type of early bladder cancer (high-risk NMIBC) that has a protein called HER2. It aims to see if this treatment can help avoid more radical surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06493877Recruiting
Respiratory rehab with eccentric treadmill exercise after chest surgery
This trial tests a special type of treadmill exercise that focuses on lengthening muscles while they're under tension (eccentric exercise) to help improve breathing after chest surgery. It may help reduce shortness of breath and speed up recovery.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT06206200Recruiting
Thinking and moving after ACL surgery
This study looks at how doing a thinking task at the same time as a walking or balance task affects recovery in people who have had ACL reconstruction surgery. It may help you understand what to expect during later stages of rehab.
Roeselare, West-VlaanderenAges 18–40 - NCT07802080Recruiting
Kettlebell and breathing exercises for lung health in overweight young adults
This study tests a 12-week program of kettlebell exercises combined with breathing exercises to see if it improves breathing muscle strength and lung function in young adults who are overweight or obese. If you are interested in improving your fitness, it may be a good option.
Phayao, Changwat PhayaoAges 18–25 - NCT06196567Recruiting
Pulsed magnetic therapy for knee strength before replacement
This study tests whether pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (a non-invasive treatment using magnetic pulses) can improve muscle strength and function in people with severe knee osteoarthritis who are waiting for knee replacement surgery. It may help you feel stronger and move better before your operation.
Hong Kong, NEW TerritoriesAges 50–100 - NCT07784387Recruiting
Bladder cancer study in Portugal
This study looks at the characteristics and outcomes of people with high-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer in Portugal. It aims to understand the disease better and could help improve future treatments.
LisbonAges 18 years+ - NCT06538974Recruiting
Long-term use of an exoskeleton for leg weakness
This trial tests a walking device called an exoskeleton to help people with leg weakness or movement problems. It's designed to see if using the exoskeleton regularly over time can help improve walking or mobility.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT05449119Recruiting
Study links gut health, diet, and thinking and movement in seniors
This study looks at how differences in gut bacteria and nutrition may relate to changes in thinking and movement in people over 75 who have a reduced appetite (“small eaters”). It may help doctors better understand what could be contributing to these problems and how nutrition might play a role.
DijonAges 75 years+ - NCT07780513Recruiting
Genetics of muscle insulin resistance study
This study looks at how genes affect the way muscles use sugar, which can help understand insulin resistance. Participants will have tests and procedures, including a glucose drink test and a muscle biopsy, to see how their bodies handle sugar.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07776327Recruiting
Therapy options for neck and shoulder pain
This study compares two treatments—positional release therapy and dry needling—for neck and shoulder pain caused by a tight muscle. It aims to see which one works better.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–40 - NCT07777575RecruitingPhase 4
Exercise and medication for weight loss while preserving muscle
This study tests whether a type 2 diabetes medication (tirzepatide) combined with a supervised resistance training (weight lifting) program helps prevent muscle loss while losing weight. You will either receive the medication or a placebo, and all participants will follow a diet and exercise plan.
München, BavariaAges 18–60 - NCT06157268Recruiting
Study of muscle tiredness in congenital myopathies
This study follows patients with congenital myopathies to understand how their muscles get tired over time. It may help develop better treatments.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 2 years+ - NCT07771010RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing empagliflozin and metformin for muscle health in type 2 diabetes
This study tests two diabetes medications, empagliflozin and metformin, to see how they affect muscle energy use and blood flow in men with recently diagnosed type 2 diabetes. Participants will be followed at a diabetes clinic.
LjubljanaAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for muscle?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,109 recruiting muscle 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 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 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.