Clinical trials
Pain Intensity clinical trials
Below are recruiting pain intensity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 57 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06491121Recruiting
Can high-intensity training with a smartphone help chronic back pain?
This trial tests if a technology-supported high-intensity exercise program can help adults with chronic low back pain. You'll use your own smartphone to help guide the training and attend regular therapy sessions.
Wilrijk, AntwerpenAges 18–65 - NCT06692400Recruiting
Suctioning, pain, and blood markers in intubated patients
This study looks at how routine suctioning of the breathing tube affects pain levels and certain substances in the blood in adults who are on a breathing machine for serious infections like flu, pneumonia, COVID, or sepsis. It may help doctors better understand and manage your comfort during this procedure.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07749066Recruiting
Laser treatment for hip pain
This study tests a high-intensity laser treatment to reduce hip pain and improve function in people with greater trochanteric pain syndrome (pain on the outside of the hip). It may help if you've had hip pain for at least 3 months and haven't had recent injections or other conservative treatments.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–80 - NCT07688915Recruiting
High-intensity laser vs. steroid injection for chronic back and leg pain from a herniated disc
This study compares two treatments for long-lasting low back and leg pain caused by a herniated disc: high-intensity laser therapy and a steroid shot near the spine. Researchers want to see which option works better to reduce pain.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT04445545Recruiting
Laser treatment for tight neck trigger points
This trial tests whether high-intensity laser therapy applied to specific “trigger points” in the neck muscles can help people with painful tight spots. You may be eligible if you have those trigger points and meet safety rules about recent neck/shoulder problems and skin and nerve conditions.
Santiago, Las CondesAges 18 years+ - NCT07295184Recruiting
Rebound pain and confusion after hip surgery
This study looks at a way to reduce confusion after hip surgery. If you are having planned hip surgery and get a nerve block for pain, researchers will check if rebound pain affects your recovery in the hospital.
Konya, KaratayAges 18–80 - NCT07404813Enrolling by invitation
Do family voices affect brain chemistry and pain in ICU patients?
This study tests whether hearing a family member's voice can change natural brain chemicals (dopamine and serotonin) and reduce pain for people in the intensive care unit who are in a coma but can still react. It may help improve comfort during recovery.
Malatya, MalatyaAges 18–65 - NCT07128030Recruiting
Moderate exercise for pain in breast cancer survivors
This study tests whether moderate exercise (like brisk walking) can help reduce pain and sensitivity in breast cancer survivors. It's designed for women who have finished their main treatments and still have discomfort in their arm or shoulder on the side where they had surgery.
MadridAges Any age - NCT06453109Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for chronic back pain with opioid use
This study tests whether focused ultrasound (a non-invasive treatment using sound waves) can help people with chronic back pain who also have opioid use disorder and anxiety. It aims to find a better way to manage pain without relying on opioids.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–75 - NCT06297200Recruiting
Ultrasound treatment for complex back pain patients
This study tests a new, non-invasive ultrasound treatment for people with long-term back pain who also have opioid use disorder and anxiety. It aims to see if this gentle brain stimulation can reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT05303415Recruiting
Low-intensity ultrasound study during brain MRI
This study tests how low-power focused ultrasound changes brain signals measured during MRI. You may help researchers understand how ultrasound can affect brain activity, even if you don’t have a known brain condition.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT07562048Recruiting
Comfort Cuddling for Children in Critical Care
This study looks at whether gentle cuddling and physical comfort help children feel better while they're in the intensive care unit. Researchers believe close contact with caregivers may reduce stress and improve how children recover.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07501416Recruiting
High-Intensity Laser for Shoulder Pain After Stroke
This study tests whether a high-intensity laser can safely reduce shoulder pain in people who have had a stroke. If you are between 30 and 75, had a stroke in the last 6 months, and have moderate or worse shoulder pain on your weak side, you may be able to join.
KütahyaAges 30–75 - NCT07548385RecruitingPhase 3
New pain medicine for after knee replacement surgery
This study tests a new medication called suzetrigine to help manage pain after knee replacement surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces pain and discomfort better than current treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT05579496Recruiting
Rebooting infant pain care using skin-to-skin contact
This trial tests how skin-to-skin contact affects pain and brain activity in premature babies during a routine heel prick. It may help find better ways to manage pain for infants in the NICU.
Toronto, OntarioAges 6 months–8 months - NCT07294651Recruiting
Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
SivasAges 18–70 - NCT05196503RecruitingPhase 3
PRF gel in spine surgery to reduce nerve pain after herniation
This Phase 3 study tests whether applying a healing material called platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) around the nerve during disc herniation surgery can reduce leftover nerve pain afterward. If you qualify, your team will compare pain intensity between standard care and PRF during the operation.
Strasbourg, Bas-RhinAges 18 years+ - NCT06053255Recruiting
Testing a new device for low back pain from sacroiliitis
This trial tests a device called the Neurolyser XR to treat chronic low back pain caused by inflammation of the sacroiliac joint. It may help if you've had pain for over a year and other treatments haven't worked.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06574165Recruiting
Pain, mood, and brain inflammation in veterans with fibromyalgia
This study looks at how brain inflammation and mood relate to pain in veterans with fibromyalgia. It may help find new ways to treat pain by understanding these connections.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 19–85 - NCT06916676Recruiting
Laser therapy for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests a type of laser treatment called HILT to see if it can help reduce knee pain from osteoarthritis. You would attend 3 sessions each week for 4 weeks.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07709975Recruiting
Pain relief and early movement for older ICU patients
This study tests different ways to manage pain and help older patients get moving again sooner after major surgery. If you are 65 or older and in the ICU, this trial may help you recover more comfortably and quickly.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT06174662Recruiting
Music for comfort during ICU movement
This study tests whether listening to music during movement exercises (like sitting up or walking) helps reduce discomfort in ICU patients. If you are calm enough and speak Dutch, this might be an option for you.
Wilrijk, AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT07083219Enrolling by invitation
Exercise and pain processing in healthy adults
This study tests how aerobic exercise affects the way your body processes pain. If you are a healthy adult without chronic pain, you may be able to join.
El Paso, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT07645859Recruiting
High-Intensity vs. Moderate Exercise for Chronic Lower Back Pain
This trial compares two types of exercise programs—one with short, intense bursts of activity and one with steady, moderate activity—to see which works better for people with long-lasting lower back pain that has no clear medical cause. You would participate in supervised exercise sessions over several weeks.
KarachiAges 20–48
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain intensity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 57 recruiting pain intensity 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 pain intensity 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 pain intensity 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.