Clinical trials
Musculoskeletal clinical trials
Below are recruiting musculoskeletal clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 207 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07331766Enrolling by invitation
Collaborative care for chronic pain patients
This trial tests a team-based treatment approach for people with chronic pain. You'll work with at least two pain clinic specialists to create a care plan that fits your needs.
Ottestad, InnlandetAges 18 years+ - NCT04934462Recruiting
Non-surgical or arthroscopic treatment for hip microinstability
This study looks at treatment options that may help people with “hip microinstability,” where the hip can feel unstable or not sit perfectly. Researchers will compare non-surgical care and a minimally invasive surgery option to see what works best and why it helps.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07321483Recruiting
Reflex therapy for jaw pain
This trial tests if a special reflex therapy can help people with jaw muscle pain that isn't caused by joint damage. It might be a new way to reduce discomfort and improve function.
OlomoucAges 18 years+ - NCT07310823Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck-related headaches
This study tests if manual therapy (hands-on treatment) can help people whose headaches start from neck problems. If you have headaches at least once a week and limited neck movement, this trial may be an option.
GizaAges 20–40 - NCT07295457Recruiting
Exercise to prevent pain from hormone therapy in breast cancer
This trial tests whether starting a gentle exercise program early can help prevent or reduce joint and muscle pain caused by aromatase inhibitors (a common breast cancer medicine). It is for women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer who are not yet experiencing severe pain from their treatment.
LyonAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT07265557Recruiting
Comparing two pain plans after orthopedic surgery
This trial compares two different pain medication plans after major orthopedic surgery. It aims to find which plan helps you recover with less pain and fewer side effects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07241884Recruiting
Plantar fascia embolization with SakuraBead for heel pain
This trial tests a new treatment for plantar fasciitis using tiny beads (SakuraBead) that are injected to block abnormal blood vessels and reduce pain. It may help people with chronic heel pain that hasn't improved with other treatments.
Tashkent, UzbekistanAges 18–75 - NCT07245303Recruiting
How Light Affects Pain in Chronic Pain
This study looks at how different kinds of light might change pain levels in people with chronic widespread pain, like fibromyalgia. By using brain scans (MRI), researchers hope to find new ways to manage pain without medication.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07236658Recruiting
Using AI to detect arm problems after breast cancer surgery
This trial uses artificial intelligence (a computer program) to help predict arm and shoulder problems that can happen after breast cancer surgery. It aims to find these issues early so they can be treated better.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07231471Recruiting
Platelet-rich plasma for muscle and joint pain
This study tests whether an injection of your own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can help heal muscle, tendon, or joint problems that haven't gotten better with other treatments like physical therapy or medications.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07217821Recruiting
Music and imagery for chronic pain
This study tests a step-by-step approach using music and guided imagery to help people with long-term muscle or joint pain. It's done from home using a device, so you don't need to travel.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT06838793Recruiting
Comparing two nerve block methods for lung surgery
This trial compares two techniques for numbing the chest during lung cancer surgery to see which provides better pain relief. It may help patients recover with less discomfort.
New TerritoriesAges 18–80 - NCT04397484RecruitingPhase 4
Compare two local anesthetics after foot nerve blocks
This study tests whether lidocaine or levobupivacaine works better for how a nerve block behaves after foot surgery. It may help doctors choose the anesthetic that provides more reliable pain control after surgery.
Shatin, New TerritoriesAges 18–75 - NCT05649644Recruiting
Testing two anesthesia types for arm surgery
This trial compares two methods of numbing the arm and chest area during upper-extremity surgery. It may help you and your care team choose the option that works best and feels easiest for breathing and movement.
Hong KongAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT06621914Recruiting
Blood flow restriction training for military with leg injuries
This trial tests a low-weight exercise program using a special cuff on the leg (blood flow restriction) to see if it helps military personnel recover from leg injuries faster. It could be an option if pain is stopping you from doing normal rehab.
Loughborough, LeicestershireAges 18–55 - NCT07179016Recruiting
Acupressure for chronic pain in rural areas
This trial tests if a self-managed acupressure program can help people living in rural areas manage long-term muscle or joint pain, like neck, back, or knee pain. You would learn to press small seeds on your ear to ease pain.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18–85 - NCT07151417RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Steroid injection during total knee replacement
This study tests whether adding a corticosteroid (a type of anti-inflammatory medicine) to the standard pain injection during total knee replacement can improve pain relief. It is for adults getting their first knee replacement at certain military hospitals.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07154719RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a weight loss drug's effect on muscle and bone
This study tests a medication called tirzepatide (a type of GLP-1 drug) to see how it affects muscle and bone health during weight loss. It is for people with obesity who are not menopausal and do not have diabetes or bone disease.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18–50 - NCT07145645RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing topical diclofenac to oral ibuprofen for pain from ankle or knee injuries in children
This study compares a topical gel (diclofenac) applied directly to the injury site versus an oral medication (ibuprofen) taken by mouth to see which works better for treating pain from ankle or knee injuries in children. It may offer a way to relieve pain without a pill.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 6–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for musculoskeletal?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 207 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.