Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Pain Management clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 11 recruiting pain management studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT07288047Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain during early abortion
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during a first trimester procedural abortion can help reduce pain and anxiety. You may be eligible if you are planning to have an abortion at Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania and meet the criteria below.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07630350Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Young People With Chronic Pain
This study tests whether wearing virtual reality goggles can help young people (ages 7–21) manage chronic pain in their neck, shoulders, or arms. Researchers want to see if VR activities can reduce pain and improve daily life.
Allison Park, PennsylvaniaAges 7–21 - NCT03737292RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicine for chest surgery pain after small lung operations
This trial tests whether a long-lasting numbing shot (liposomal bupivacaine) works better than a regular numbing shot (plain bupivacaine) for pain after minimally invasive chest surgery. It may help you have less post-surgery pain and potentially use less pain medication.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07743606Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Pain medicine after lower back fusion surgery
This study tests whether taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like ibuprofen after lumbar spine fusion surgery is safe and helps with pain without affecting bone healing. It may offer an alternative to stronger pain medicines.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07006675RecruitingPhase 3
NSAIDs for Tibia Fracture Pain and Healing Study
This study tests whether NSAID pain relievers (like ibuprofen) affect bone healing after a broken tibia and if they can help reduce the need for stronger painkillers. If you qualify, you could help doctors learn the safest way to manage pain after this common injury.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT07190807Recruiting
Optimizing spinal cord stimulation for chronic back and leg pain
This trial tests if a spinal cord stimulator with a new way of adjusting electrical settings (called independent current control) can better manage chronic pain in the back, trunk, or limbs. The goal is to find more effective sequences to reduce pain and improve daily life.
Trevose, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05452694Recruiting
Personalized pain relief after back fusion surgery
This trial tests a personalized plan to manage pain after lumbar (lower back) fusion and decompression surgery. It may help reduce difficult pain while guiding safe use of opioids around the time of surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT05525923Recruiting
Personalized pain plan after chest surgery in adults
This trial tests a personalized (tailored) plan to manage pain after thoracic (chest) surgery. It may help improve comfort and recovery by matching pain treatment to your situation after surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT05964868Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Liposome anesthesia to reduce pain after nose surgery
This Phase 3 study tests whether a special form of local numbing medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) helps reduce pain after septorhinoplasty (nose and septum surgery). You may be considered if you’re planning this surgery and can follow study instructions before and after.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT06100822RecruitingPhase 1
Testing metformin for chronic Achilles tendon pain
This study tests whether a common diabetes medication, metformin, can help people with chronic Achilles tendon pain. If you have this condition and meet certain health requirements, you may be able to join.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–50 - NCT02463266Recruiting
PACE/PACENET program outcomes study for people 65+
This study looks at how well the PACE/PACENET care program works for older adults over time. If you join, you’ll provide consent for a check-in about your outcomes about 3 months after the acute (most intense) phase of care ends, with follow-up around 6 months.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pain management studies listed above.
- UPMC Presbyterian Hospital · 2 studies
- Allegheny General Hospital
- Center for Family Planning Research, Magee-Womens Hospital
- Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
- Fox Chase Pain Management
- Jessyka Lighthall
- Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center
- Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
What taking part in a pain management 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.
Pain Management trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pain management clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 11 recruiting pain management studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 pain management study in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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 pain management 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 pain management studies open in Pennsylvania 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.