Clinical trials
Musculoskeletal clinical trials
Below are recruiting musculoskeletal clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 216 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07442383Recruiting
Exercise and ergonomics program for teachers with pain
This study tests whether an exercise and ergonomics training program can help teachers with long-term muscle or joint pain feel better. You would learn simple exercises and better ways to move at work to reduce discomfort.
Bitlis, TatvanAges 30–60 - NCT07379801Recruiting
Ballet dancers with scoliosis: A study on bone health and exercise
This study looks at how scoliosis affects the bones and muscles of young female ballet dancers during puberty. It also tests whether a special exercise program can help. Eligible dancers will be followed for a year.
HaifaAges 11–16 - NCT07347054Recruiting
Trigger point injection for shoulder arthritis pain
This study tests whether injecting a medication into painful knots in the shoulder muscle can reduce pain from shoulder arthritis. It may be a good option if you have had shoulder pain for at least 3 months and other treatments haven't worked well enough.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT05750212Recruiting
Study of pelvic pain health and overlapping pain conditions
This study looks at women’s chronic pelvic pain that comes with other common pain conditions. It may help researchers understand what supports pelvic and pelvic-floor health when pain has lasted for months.
Maywood, IllinoisAges 21–80 - NCT06843798Recruiting
Healthcare workers' ergonomic knowledge and muscle pain
This study looks at how healthcare workers' understanding of ergonomics relates to muscle and bone problems. It may help find ways to prevent work-related pain.
IstanbulAges 25–45 - NCT06046859RecruitingPhase 4
Can fluoxetine help recovery after serious injuries?
This study tests whether giving the antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac) right after a traumatic injury can help improve mental and physical recovery. It is for people who have broken bones or internal injuries from an accident and may be feeling down.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–85 - NCT06797258Recruiting
FlexHD for Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
This study tests a special type of tissue support (FlexHD Pliable) used during breast reconstruction right after a mastectomy. It may help women who want implants placed above the chest muscle.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 22 years+ - NCT05905146Recruiting
Personalized opioid plan to shorten treatment time
This trial tests whether a personalized medication plan can help patients with short-term, non-cancer muscle or joint pain need strong opioid medicine for a shorter time. It’s aimed at improving how long treatment lasts while still managing pain.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT07746284Enrolling by invitation
Understanding knee osteoarthritis through computer modeling
This study looks at how knee osteoarthritis pain works and aims to build a computer model to better understand it. By joining, you may help doctors improve future treatments for chronic knee pain.
Herndon, VirginiaAges 18–99 - NCT06870162Recruiting
Pain disengagement training: a writing study for chronic pain
This study tests a writing-based program to help people with chronic pain learn to disengage from pain-related thoughts. It aims to reduce pain catastrophizing and improve daily function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06600685Enrolling by invitation
Music therapy for long-term pain
This study tests whether a special type of music therapy (called FMT) can help reduce long-term pain in muscles and bones. If you have had pain for at least 3 months and can speak Swedish or English, this may be an option for you.
Eskilstuna, EskilstunaAges 18 years+ - NCT06484582Recruiting
Muscle and bone health in auto workers
This study looks at muscle and bone problems (like back pain, joint pain, or repetitive strain injuries) in people who work in the automotive industry. It aims to understand how these conditions affect workers and find ways to prevent them.
IstanbulAges 25–60 - NCT06276530Recruiting
Lung surgery: large incision vs. robotic approach and breathing
This study compares how different types of lung surgery (a large incision vs. robotic-assisted small cuts) affect your posture and breathing. It aims to help doctors choose the best approach for recovery.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07704853Recruiting
Neck joint study for healthy adults 18–35
This study tests a quick neck move (like a chiropractic adjustment) to see how it affects the small joints in your neck. It may help researchers understand how such moves work on healthy tissue.
Fort Myers, FloridaAges 18–35 - NCT07732062Recruiting
Emotion-focused therapy for chronic pain patients using medical cannabis
This study tests a new type of talking therapy (vEAET-H) to see if it helps people with chronic pain who are already using medical cannabis. The goal is to find out if adding this therapy can improve pain and well-being.
Tel AvivAges 18 years+ - NCT06100445Recruiting
Exercise engagement in people over 60 at fall risk
This study looks at how to help people over 60 who are at risk of falling get more exercise. It focuses on falls caused by muscle or balance problems, and aims to improve engagement in physical activity.
Blackburn, LancashireAges 60–95 - NCT07600437Recruiting
Muscle and Joint Problems in Musicians Study
This research study examines how common muscle, joint, and bone problems are among people who play musical instruments. Researchers will ask you questions and may do physical assessments to understand which musicians are most affected and why.
Multiple LocationsAges 18 years+ - NCT07433049Recruiting
Health supplement study for midlife women
This study tests whether a nutritional supplement can improve metabolic health in women aged 40-60 who are Chinese, Malay, or Indian and have a BMI between 23 and 35. The goal is to see if the supplement helps with weight, blood sugar, and other health markers.
SingaporeAges 40–60 - NCT07739836Recruiting
How study habits affect body awareness and muscle health in university students
This study looks at how the way students use their bodies during studying—like sitting at a desk or using screens—might affect their muscle function and body awareness. It compares physiotherapy and architecture students to see if their different daily activities have different effects.
IstanbulAges 18–25 - NCT07737873Recruiting
Movement and brain function after chronic stroke
This study looks at how stroke affects your movement and nervous system over time. You will do simple movement tests and answer quality-of-life surveys to help researchers understand how to improve recovery.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06398847Recruiting
Virtual reality self-hypnosis for HIV-related pain
This study tests if using a virtual reality (VR) headset for self-hypnosis can help people with HIV manage chronic pain. You would practice at home with a smartphone app, and researchers will track your pain levels over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07494734Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck pain, disability, and quality of life
This study tests whether manual therapy (hands-on techniques) can reduce neck pain, improve daily function, and enhance quality of life for people with long-term neck pain.
Kocaeli, GebzeAges 18–65 - NCT07245706Recruiting
Shoulder Health After Rehab and Performance Training
This study looks at how shoulder health changes after a rehabilitation and performance training program for people with paraplegia who use manual wheelchairs. It may help you strengthen your shoulders and prevent injuries as you start your life after rehab.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18–70 - NCT07721116Recruiting
AI Study of Knee Imaging and Treatment Results
This study uses artificial intelligence (AI) to better understand knee images from healthy people and those with knee arthritis. It aims to predict how well knee injections might work for you.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for musculoskeletal?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 216 recruiting musculoskeletal 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 musculoskeletal 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 musculoskeletal 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.