Clinical trials
Muscle clinical trials
Below are recruiting muscle clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,156 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06992271Recruiting
Comparing two exercise styles on muscle recovery
This study tests two different types of arm exercises to see how they affect muscle soreness and damage. If you've lifted weights before but aren't currently doing chest presses every week, this may help you understand how your body recovers after different workouts.
Old Westbury, New YorkAges 18–35 - NCT07720622Recruiting
Motor learning vs muscle stimulation after stroke
This study compares two different therapies to help people regain movement after a recent stroke. It tests whether a motor relearning program or electric muscle stimulation works better for improving arm and leg function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT06448520Recruiting
Muscle power sprint test in children
This study is measuring how fast and powerful kids' legs are during a short sprint test. Researchers want to collect normal values from healthy children so doctors can compare results in the future.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 5–12 - NCT06188767Recruiting
Testosterone and muscle memory study
This study looks at whether taking testosterone can help muscles 'remember' past strength training. You may be able to join if you are healthy, don't smoke, and have not been lifting weights regularly in the last year.
CopenhagenAges 18–40 - NCT07660926Recruiting
Better Hamstring Activation With a Feedback Device
This study tests a device called Hamshell that uses electrical signals from your muscles (EMG) to give feedback on how well your hamstring is working. It may help you activate your hamstring better during exercise.
MuttenzAges 18–40 - NCT07468968Enrolling by invitation
Balance vs. breathing training for older adults
This study compares two types of training—one focusing on balance exercises and one on breathing muscle exercises—to see which helps older adults more. If you are 60 or older and able to walk on your own, you may be able to join.
IstanbulAges 60 years+ - NCT07484646Recruiting
EMS with resistance training for weight lifters
This trial tests combining electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) with your regular weightlifting to see if it boosts strength and performance. It may help you build muscle more effectively.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT07481916Recruiting
Warming up breathing muscles for combat athletes
This study tests whether a special breathing warm-up can help combat athletes perform better. If you are a young, experienced kickboxer or Muay Thai fighter, this trial may be for you.
Samsun, AtakumAges 15–22 - NCT07478627Recruiting
Exercise comparison for postpartum pelvic floor recovery
This trial compares two exercise programs to help women strengthen their pelvic floor after childbirth. It tests whether a rehabilitation exercise protocol or Swiss ball training is more effective for reducing urinary incontinence.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07128602Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help quadriceps after ACL surgery
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation can improve thigh muscle function in women recovering from ACL reconstruction. If you are between 2 and 6 months post-surgery, you may be able to join.
Glenside, PennsylvaniaAges 18–35 - NCT07512895Recruiting
Muscle Relaxation Exercises for Depression and Fatigue in Dialysis Patients
This study tests whether guided muscle relaxation exercises can reduce depression and tiredness in people undergoing hemodialysis (a blood-filtering treatment). You would learn and practice simple exercises to relax your muscles, which may help improve your mood and energy.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–75 - NCT07130513Recruiting
Can krill oil help muscle function in long-term conditions?
This study is testing whether taking krill oil supplements can help improve muscle strength and function in adults with long-term health conditions like diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease.
Glasgow, LanarkshireAges 18 years+ - NCT07433686Recruiting
Saskatoon Berry Juice for Muscle Recovery
This trial tests whether Saskatoon berry juice helps muscles recover after exercise. It involves healthy adults aged 18–35 who can exercise safely.
Saskatoon, SaskatchewanAges 18–35 - NCT06953258Enrolling by invitation
Lengthening muscle exercises for older adults' function
This study tests whether a special type of exercise (eccentric training, which focuses on lengthening your muscles) can improve your ability to move and balance. It is designed for healthy older adults who are not already doing strength training.
NantesAges 60–80 - NCT07413718Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for ALS patients
This study tests whether a special breathing muscle training can help people with ALS maintain lung function. It may benefit patients diagnosed recently with spinal ALS and good breathing capacity.
Donostia / San Sebastian, GipuzkaAges 18–85 - NCT06939244Recruiting
Krill oil for muscle recovery after exercise in older adults
This trial tests whether taking krill oil helps people 60 and older recover faster from muscle-straining exercise. If you do light resistance exercise less than 1 hour per week and have no major health issues, you may qualify.
Glasgow, OtherAges 60 years+ - NCT07367243Recruiting
Percussive massage therapy and muscle structure study
This trial tests how percussive massage therapy affects muscle structure in healthy young adults. It may help understand if this type of massage can improve muscle function.
TrabzonAges 18–30 - NCT06920095Enrolling by invitation
Relaxation exercises for better sleep and less pain in lymphoma
This trial tests if progressive muscle relaxation exercises can help lymphoma patients sleep better, feel less tired, and have less pain. You will be guided through simple exercises using your phone.
Küçükçekmece, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT05757999RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Magnesium before surgery to reduce muscle relaxation side effects
This trial tests whether giving magnesium sulfate before elective ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgery can change how much your muscles relax during anesthesia. It may help doctors find a smoother, safer balance of muscle relaxation for some patients.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 18–60 - NCT07329426Recruiting
Muscle energy therapy with mobilization for sacral torsion
This trial tests if combining muscle energy therapy with spinal mobilization can relieve pain and correct misalignment in people with a twisted pelvic bone (sacral torsion). It may help reduce pain and improve mobility.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 22–44 - NCT07747337Recruiting
Lung transplant recovery study
This study looks at how your breathing muscles and leg muscles work before and after a lung transplant. It may help doctors understand how to improve recovery and physical function after surgery.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06367413Recruiting
Protein and NAC for muscle recovery after exercise
This study tests whether taking a protein supplement and NAC (a type of amino acid) together helps your muscles recover better after an intense workout. It's for healthy adults who don't smoke, don't use certain medications, and don't have specific health conditions.
Trikala, KariesAges 18–27 - NCT06545955RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy study for high-grade bladder cancer not responding to BCG
This trial tests a gene therapy called nadofaragene firadenovec, given directly into the bladder, either alone or with chemo or immunotherapy. It's for people with high-grade bladder cancer that hasn't gone away after BCG treatment.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06774157Enrolling by invitation
Allyane therapy for knee sprain recovery
This trial tests if the Allyane procedure helps people with a recent knee sprain regain thigh muscle strength. It may be an option if you have weakness in the front thigh muscle compared to your uninjured leg.
LyonAges 18–35
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for muscle?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,156 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.