Clinical trials · Utah
Pain clinical trials in Utah
We’re tracking 38 recruiting pain studies with a site in Utah — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Utah
- NCT06387290RecruitingPhase 3
Mindfulness and pain management for chronic pain on opioids
This study tests whether adding mindfulness training to standard pain management visits can help people with chronic pain who are taking long-term opioids. It aims to improve pain relief and reduce opioid-related risks.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06827262Recruiting
A procedure for vertebrogenic back pain relief
This trial tests a minimally invasive procedure that uses a special device to target and treat nerve-related back pain coming from the vertebrae (the bones in your spine). It may offer lasting relief without more major surgery.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06614322RecruitingPhase 2
Nerve damage foot pain study
This study tests whether certain pain medicines can better relieve foot pain caused by nerve damage. It compares how people's bodies respond to pain to find the best treatment for each person.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–80 - NCT05986292RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new pain treatments for chronic pain
This study tests new treatments for people with chronic pain that has lasted at least 12 weeks. It aims to find better ways to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Murray, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT05612750Recruiting
Online therapy for chronic pain: CBT vs one-session relief
This study compares two online treatments for chronic pain: an 8-session cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program versus a single “empowered relief” session. It aims to see which approach helps people manage pain better over time.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT04142177Recruiting
Test which pain treatments work best for chronic low back pain
This study compares how well different pain treatments reduce low back pain and improve daily life. You may be asked to start or continue care through the VA and attend in-person sessions while completing pain and activity questionnaires.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06767566RecruitingPhase 1
Ketamine for depression and pain after cesarean delivery
This study tests whether ketamine, a medicine given during cesarean delivery, can help prevent or reduce postpartum depression and pain. It aims to find the best dose for new mothers.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT05424198Recruiting
A new device for neck pain treatment compared to the standard one
This study tests a new device that uses heat to treat neck pain that has lasted at least 3 months. It compares the new device to the standard one to see if it works better or is safer.
Farmington, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT07845071RecruitingPhase 3
Cebranopadol for acute pain after surgery or injury
This study tests an investigational medication called cebranopadol to see if it safely and effectively relieves acute (short-term) pain after surgery or from a muscle or bone injury. It may offer a new option for people who need relief from moderate to severe pain.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–75 - NCT07511816RecruitingPhase 2
Pain Relief Study After Wisdom Tooth Removal
This study tests a new pain medication (LY4515100) in people recovering from wisdom tooth extraction surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces pain better than current options after the procedure.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–40 - NCT07222462Recruiting
Radiofrequency ablation for chronic low back pain
This study tests if radiofrequency ablation, a procedure that uses heat to block pain signals from the facet joints in your spine, can help people with long-term low back pain that hasn't improved with other treatments like physical therapy.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT07226258RecruitingPhase 3
Testing SL1002 for knee pain caused by osteoarthritis
This trial tests a study drug called SL1002 to see if it reduces knee pain from osteoarthritis. It may be an option for people with chronic knee pain who haven't found enough relief from current treatments.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 40 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.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–80 - NCT06980948RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy study for nerve pain from small fiber neuropathy
This trial tests a new gene therapy called ST-503 for people with long-lasting nerve pain from small fiber neuropathy that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The study will check if the treatment is safe and tolerable.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06932887RecruitingPhase 3
Walking to reduce arthritis pain
This study tests a walking program to help reduce pain from osteoarthritis. It is designed for people with arthritis in their hips, knees, feet, or spine.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 45 years+ - NCT06821607Recruiting
Telerehab for chronic low back pain
This study tests if online rehabilitation therapy can help people with ongoing low back pain. You would connect with a specialist from home.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–64 - NCT06628908RecruitingPhase 3
Study of suzetrigine for painful diabetic nerve damage
This trial tests an experimental medicine called suzetrigine to see if it can safely reduce pain caused by nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic peripheral neuropathy). It might be an option if you have had daily pain in both legs and current treatments haven't worked well enough.
West Jordan, UtahAges 18–80 - NCT06602271RecruitingPhase 3
Study of PF614 for Pain After Tummy Tuck Surgery
This study tests a new painkiller called PF614 for pain after tummy tuck surgery. It compares the study drug to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see how well it works and how safe it is.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–75 - NCT06223503Recruiting
Pain support service study for veterans after surgery
This study tests a telehealth pain support program for veterans having orthopedic surgery. It aims to help manage pain after surgery and reduce the need for long-term opioid use.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT05607381Recruiting
Meditation program study for opioid-treated chronic low back pain
This trial studies how meditation may change brain activity and help people with long-lasting low back pain who are already taking prescription opioids. The goal is to understand the “neural” (brain) effects of meditation to improve pain treatment.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–65 - NCT05513417Enrolling by invitation
Digital pelvic health program for women with pelvic pain
This study tests a digital (phone/app-based) program to help women with pelvic pain or pelvic health symptoms. It may help by guiding pelvic-focused exercises and care, especially if you’re recovering from pelvic surgery or managing ongoing symptoms.
Draper, UtahAges 18–99 - NCT05037968Recruiting
Test bone graft materials for multi-level back fusion surgery
This trial compares two bone-graft materials to help bones heal after back fusion surgery using a rod/screw system. It may help people who have ongoing back or leg pain despite at least 3 months of non-surgical treatments.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT04676802RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief after thumb joint surgery: ibuprofen and acetaminophen versus oxycodone
This study compares two ways to manage pain after thumb joint removal surgery: one using over-the-counter pain relievers (ibuprofen and acetaminophen) and the other using a prescription opioid (oxycodone). The goal is to see if the non-opioid option works just as well with fewer side effects.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 45 years+ - NCT07632274RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a pain reliever liquid for children ages 6–11
This study tests a new liquid medicine that combines ibuprofen and acetaminophen (two common over-the-counter pain relievers) in children aged 6 to 11. Researchers want to see how well the medicine works and how safe it is for mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, toothaches, or pain after dental work or vaccines.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 6–11
Pain trials by city in Utah
Where these studies are running in Utah
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pain studies listed above.
- University of Utah · 6 studies
- Intermountain Health · 2 studies
- University of Utah Orthopaedic Center · 2 studies
- VA Salt Lake City Health Care System · 2 studies
- Adneuris Site 001101
- Association for Utah Community Health
- CenExel / JBR
- CenExel Salt Lake
What taking part in a pain 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 trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pain clinical trials in Utah?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 38 recruiting pain studies with a site in Utah, 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 study in Utah?
- 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 Utah to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Utah, 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 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 studies open in Utah 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.