Clinical trials
Muscle clinical trials
Below are recruiting muscle clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,155 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT06726239Recruiting
Relaxation exercises before getting up after heart bypass
This study tests whether doing gentle relaxation exercises before getting out of bed can help reduce pain, anxiety, and stress after heart bypass surgery. It may make recovery more comfortable.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 35–65 - NCT06727500Recruiting
Exercise training for kids with obesity
This trial tests whether two types of exercise training (high-intensity interval training or a mix of HIIT and jumping exercises) improve muscle and tendon health in children and teenagers with obesity. It looks at how results differ based on whether kids are before or after their growth spurt.
SantiagoAges 7–17 - NCT06733025Recruiting
Comparing surgery and Botox for arm spasticity
This trial compares two treatments—Botox injections or surgery—for arm and hand spasticity after a stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury. It may help you decide which option works best for you.
MölndalAges 18 years+ - NCT06734598RecruitingPhase 4
Botox for Jaw Tightness After Head and Neck Radiation
This study tests whether Botox injections into the jaw muscles can help head and neck cancer survivors who have trouble opening their mouths (trismus) after radiation therapy. If you have tight or painful jaw muscles and limited mouth opening, this treatment may offer relief.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06735287Recruiting
Bladder-sparing treatment for large bladder cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy to treat large, non-invasive bladder cancer before and after surgery. It aims to avoid removing the bladder while still effectively treating the cancer.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT06736145Recruiting
Cervical nags for COPD accessory muscles
This trial tests a manual therapy technique called 'cervical nags' to see if it helps the neck and shoulder muscles that assist breathing in people with COPD. It may help you breathe easier if you have moderate to severe COPD.
Islamabad, FederalAges 20–50 - NCT06736249Recruiting
Testing a new treatment for muscle loss in sarcopenia
This trial tests a new approach to treat sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) by targeting a protein called HIF-1α. It compares older adults with sarcopenia to younger adults without it, all of whom are having hip or knee surgery.
Milan, EuropeAges 65–90 - NCT06740136Recruiting
Genes and muscle damage after exercise
This study looks at how your genes affect muscle damage after hard exercise. It may help explain why some people recover faster than others.
LoosAges 18–35 - NCT06754982Recruiting
Timing of pain, stiffness, and function in plantar fasciitis after muscle release
This trial tests whether a hands-on therapy called myofascial release can help with morning pain, stiffness, and walking in people with plantar fasciitis. It aims to see how these symptoms change over time after treatment.
Talca, Maule RegionAges 18–60 - NCT06755138Recruiting
Scoliosis, pain, and quality of life in Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This study looks at how scoliosis (curved spine) and back pain affect daily life in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will measure muscle strength and compensation patterns to understand these links.
SeoulAges 11–30 - NCT06761755Recruiting
Taping and relaxation for period pain relief
This study tests if adding kinesiology tape to the abdomen can help with period pain in young women ages 18-25. It also looks at how relaxation techniques might work together with the tape to reduce pain.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–25 - NCT06765642Recruiting
Brain stimulation for hand strength after stroke
This study tests whether a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (called rTMS) can improve hand strength and movement in people who have had a stroke at least 3 months ago. The treatment is delivered through a coil placed on the scalp and does not require surgery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT06767631Recruiting
Muscle and nerve changes after botox for stroke foot tightness
This study looks at how botulinum toxin (botox) injections affect the muscles, tendons, and nerves in the lower leg of people who have had a stroke and have a tight, twisted foot (equinovarus). It aims to understand these changes to improve future treatments.
LeuvenAges 40–60 - NCT06769386Recruiting
Muscle Oxygen in Rheumatoid Arthritis
This study looks at how muscles use oxygen in people with rheumatoid arthritis. You will do some exercise tests to measure your muscle oxygen levels, which may help doctors understand how the disease affects your muscles.
Kırşehir, MerkezAges 18–65 - NCT06772922Recruiting
Pulmonary and heart rehab program testing combined exercise
This trial studies a combined lung and heart rehabilitation program for people with lung diseases (like COPD, asthma, or fibrosis) or heart conditions (like heart attack, bypass surgery, or heart failure). The goal is to see if a special exercise program can improve your health and quality of life.
Campinas, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06776094Recruiting
Exercise and insulin sensitivity study in healthy men
This trial looks at how physical activity affects how your body responds to insulin in healthy men aged 22-35. If you are a non-smoking man with a BMI between 28 and 35 and a certain fitness level, you may be eligible.
CopenhagenAges 22–35 - NCT06780904Recruiting
Dry needling plus stretching for neck pain relief
This study tests if combining dry needling with gentle stretching or muscle energy techniques works better for treating neck pain caused by muscle knots (trigger points). It aims to find a simple, effective way to reduce pain and improve movement.
Kandy, Central ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT06781060Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for sciatic nerve injury in children
This trial tests if electrical nerve stimulation can help children aged 3 to 19 who have nerve damage in the leg caused by an injection. The goal is to improve nerve healing and leg function.
Multan, Punjab ProvinceAges 3–19 - NCT06786390Recruiting
Walking recovery after muscle weakness
This trial tests if a walking program combined with electrical stimulation can help people recover walking ability after critical illness. It is for patients who developed limb weakness in the hospital and were independent before their illness.
MilanAges 18–85 - NCT06791733Recruiting
Stretching between sets for better muscle results
This study tests whether stretching between sets of exercises can improve muscle performance. It is for healthy men who have experience with resistance training.
Palermo, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT06795230Recruiting
Arm exercise with blood flow cuffs for MS
This study tests a type of arm exercise that uses a blood pressure cuff to limit blood flow, aiming to improve arm function in people with multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have some arm weakness but no recent relapses or blood clotting issues.
Leganés, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT06804564Recruiting
Cold vs warm water for muscle pain recovery
This trial compares cold water and warm water immersion to see which helps recover from muscle soreness after exercise. If you are a healthy young man with moderate muscle pain from working out, this study may help you recover faster.
Biała Podlaska, Lublin VoivodeshipAges 18–25 - NCT06806501Recruiting
Muscle health during menopause: a study for women
This study looks at how menopause affects muscle mass and quality in women who do not regularly do resistance exercise. It may help find ways to prevent age-related muscle loss.
NottinghamAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for muscle?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,155 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.