Clinical trials
Osteoarthritis (OA) clinical trials
Below are recruiting osteoarthritis (oa) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 82 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06702046Recruiting
Pulsed radiofrequency acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests whether a special type of acupuncture using mild radiofrequency energy can reduce knee pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. It involves 4 weeks of treatment and a 3-month follow-up to see if the benefits last.
Taipei, StateAges 45–85 - NCT06681142Recruiting
Pharmacist-physiotherapist team care for early knee osteoarthritis
This study tests a new way to manage early knee osteoarthritis by having a pharmacist and physiotherapist work together. You might get help with pain, stiffness, and movement without needing surgery or strong medications.
Sherwood Park, AlbertaAges 50 years+ - NCT07224958Recruiting
Knee brace for inner knee arthritis: a study
This study tests whether wearing a special knee brace for at least 4 hours a day can help reduce pain and improve function in people with arthritis in the inner part of the knee. It compares wearing a brace to not wearing one, so you could help find out if braces are a good option for managing knee pain.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–85 - NCT06611618Recruiting
Predicting fall risk in knee osteoarthritis using muscle tests
This study looks at how loss of muscle strength and control in people with knee osteoarthritis can predict falls. It uses tests and MRI to understand your risk, with the goal of helping prevent future falls.
BolognaAges 65–80 - NCT06658249Recruiting
Core exercises vs foot-ankle strength for knee arthritis
This study compares core strengthening exercises with foot-ankle exercises to see which helps more with knee osteoarthritis symptoms like pain and walking difficulty. It might help you move better and climb stairs more easily.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT07246109Enrolling by invitation
Knee Brace and Muscle Training for Osteoarthritis
This study tests whether wearing a knee brace and doing muscle training exercises can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move more easily. It may be a good option if you have not had knee surgery and are not already in another treatment program.
TaichungAges 55 years+ - NCT06911359RecruitingPhase 2
Anti-inflammatory vs. Prolotherapy for Knee Osteoarthritis
This study tests whether anti-inflammatory medications or dextrose prolotherapy (sugar water injections) can reduce knee pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. If you are a military healthcare beneficiary with moderate to severe knee pain, you may be able to join.
Travis AFB, CaliforniaAges 45–75 - NCT07308873Recruiting
Gait and knee osteoarthritis pain study
This study looks at how walking patterns relate to knee pain from osteoarthritis. It aims to understand individual differences to improve future treatments.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 45–80 - NCT07065591RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Metformin, Exercise, and Diet for Knee Osteoarthritis
This trial tests whether a common diabetes drug (metformin) combined with exercise and a healthy diet can help people with knee osteoarthritis who are overweight.
Hong Kong, Sandy BayAges 40–80 - NCT07130630Recruiting
Pain and activity confidence in Vietnamese knee osteoarthritis
This study tests a questionnaire that measures how confident people with knee osteoarthritis feel about doing daily activities despite pain. Your answers will help doctors better understand and support Vietnamese-speaking patients.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi MinhAges 50 years+ - NCT06281184Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up of methotrexate for hand osteoarthritis
This study follows up on people who took part in the MERINO trial to see if methotrexate has lasting benefits for hand osteoarthritis. It aims to understand how the drug affects pain and joint health over 30 months.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT07320118Recruiting
Knee cartilage repair and osteoarthritis prevention study
This study looks at whether fixing knee cartilage damage can prevent arthritis later. It compares different treatments to see if they help avoid long-term joint problems.
OswestryAges Any age - NCT06884865RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an experimental knee injection for osteoarthritis pain
This study tests a new investigational medicine injected into the knee to see if it is safe and tolerable for people with painful knee osteoarthritis. It may help reduce pain and improve knee function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 45–80 - NCT06875817Recruiting
Feldenkrais exercises for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests if gentle, slow Feldenkrais movement exercises can reduce knee pain and improve mobility in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who are still able to walk and get up from the floor, but are experiencing significant pain.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT06845553RecruitingPhase 2
Vutiglabridin for knee osteoarthritis: a phase 2 study
This trial tests an experimental pill called Vutiglabridin for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective at reducing knee pain and improving function.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 40–75 - NCT04651673Enrolling by invitation
Knee brace program for adults with knee osteoarthritis pain
This trial looks at using a prescribed knee brace to help relieve knee pain and symptoms from knee osteoarthritis. You may be able to join if your knee braces are being provided through participating clinics and you can consent and complete study questionnaires.
Hässleholm, Skåne CountyAges 18–100 - NCT06596824Recruiting
Digital training to reduce inflammation after ACL knee surgery
This trial tests a personalized digital training program for people who recently had ACL knee surgery. The goal is to see if correcting movement patterns can lower inflammation and prevent early knee arthritis.
BerlinAges 18–50 - 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+ - NCT07347041Recruiting
Trigger point injections for hip osteoarthritis pain
This study tests if injecting pain-relieving medication into tight muscle knots (called trigger points) can reduce hip pain from osteoarthritis. It is for people who still have pain despite trying other treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT07481630RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new medicine for weight loss and knee pain
This study tests if a new medicine called NNC0487-0111 can help people with extra weight and knee osteoarthritis lose weight and reduce knee pain. If you have knee pain most days and are willing to stop pain relievers for short periods, you may be able to join.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT03734900RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two knee injection treatments for osteoarthritis
This study compares two knee injection treatments for knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see which one works better for reducing pain and improving function, so you might experience less knee pain and better mobility.
TaipeiAges 50–80 - NCT06930677Recruiting
Knee osteoarthritis treatment study using embolization
This trial tests a new treatment called embolization using a special material (NBGM200) to block certain blood vessels in the knee. It may help reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis.
GhentAges 50 years+ - NCT05147675RecruitingPhase 1
Testing cord stem cell treatment for osteoarthritis safety
This early study (Phase 1) checks whether an infused stem cell product made from donated umbilical cord tissue is safe in people with osteoarthritis. It’s mainly looking for side effects and whether the treatment can be given safely.
Naples, FloridaAges Any age - NCT02966886Recruiting
Shoulder replacement techniques for advanced shoulder arthritis
This study compares different surgical techniques during shoulder replacement for people with advanced shoulder (glenohumeral) arthritis. It may help surgeons choose the approach that best restores function and reduces pain.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for osteoarthritis (oa)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 82 recruiting osteoarthritis (oa) 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 osteoarthritis (oa) 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 osteoarthritis (oa) 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.
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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.