Clinical trials · California
Musculoskeletal Pain clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 7 recruiting musculoskeletal pain studies with a site in California — including Early Phase 1 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06704061Recruiting
Online yoga vs ACT for chronic pain in veterans
This study compares online yoga with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a type of talk therapy, to see which helps veterans better manage long-lasting muscle or bone pain. You can join from home through the internet.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06867757Recruiting
Chronic pain in youth study
This study tests a new way to understand and track chronic pain in young people using real-time feedback. It may help your healthcare team better manage your pain.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 14–24 - NCT07218757Recruiting
Trial of emotional awareness therapy for veterans with chronic pain
This study tests if a type of therapy that helps you understand and express emotions related to pain (called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy) can reduce chronic pain in veterans. It is designed for veterans who have had muscle or joint pain for at least 3 months and rate their pain as moderate or greater.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05700682Recruiting
MRI-guided artery blockage procedure for long-term joint pain
This study tests whether an MRI scan that looks at blood flow can help target a joint embolization procedure to reduce chronic shoulder, hip, or knee pain. It first uses MRI to find signs of increased blood flow, then may use the findings to guide treatment if you qualify.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 25–80 - NCT06123286RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Tart cherry and omega-3s for joint pain from hormone therapy
This study tests whether taking tart cherry and omega-3 supplements can help reduce joint pain and stiffness caused by aromatase inhibitors (a common breast cancer treatment). If you have bothersome joint pain while on this hormone therapy, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07209566Recruiting
Muscles, nerves, and period pain in women
This study looks at how your muscles and nervous system relate to period pain. It compares women with and without painful periods to understand why some have more pain.
Azusa, CaliforniaAges 18–35
Musculoskeletal Pain trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting musculoskeletal pain studies listed above.
- Azusa Pacific University
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Hunt Cancer Institute, an Affiliate of Cedars-Sinai Cancer
- Palo Alto VA Medical Center
- Stanford University
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, West Los Angeles, CA
- VA Palo Alto Health Care System
What taking part in a musculoskeletal pain study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Musculoskeletal Pain trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there musculoskeletal pain clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting musculoskeletal pain studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a musculoskeletal pain study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a musculoskeletal pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New musculoskeletal pain studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.