Clinical trials
Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,138 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07173413Recruiting
Quality of phone check-ins after spine surgery
This study checks how well telephone follow-ups work for patients who had lower back surgery at a Danish hospital. It may help improve future care.
Aalborg, AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT07173231Recruiting
Using virtual reality for diagnostic hysteroscopy
This trial tests if using virtual reality (VR) can make diagnostic hysteroscopy, a procedure to look inside the uterus, more comfortable. It may help patients who are anxious about the procedure.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07170007Recruiting
Physiotherapy after birth trauma for first-time mothers
This study tests a special physiotherapy program for first-time mothers who had a vaginal tear or episiotomy during childbirth. The goal is to see if it helps recovery better than standard care.
Ribeirão Preto, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT07172984Recruiting
Can breathing exercises help during joint injections?
This study tests whether paying attention to your breathing during an ultrasound-guided joint injection helps you feel more comfortable. It could make the procedure easier for you.
ChambéryAges 18 years+ - NCT06942806Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for shingles nerve pain
This trial tests a treatment called high-frequency short-time spinal cord stimulation for pain caused by shingles (herpes zoster). It's for people whose pain hasn't improved with other treatments or who can't take pain medicines due to side effects or other health issues.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 40–85 - NCT04109365Recruiting
Study of epidural placement technique during labor
This trial studies an approach to placing an epidural (pain medicine placed near the spine) during early labor. It aims to improve how safely and accurately epidurals are positioned, which may help with comfort during childbirth.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - NCT07163117Recruiting
Back exercises for female university students with back pain
This study tests two different types of back exercises to see which works better for reducing mechanical low back pain (pain not caused by injury or disease) in female university students. It may help you find a good exercise routine if you have had this type of back pain for a while.
CairoAges 18–24 - NCT07157852Recruiting
Testing pregabalin vs mirogabalin for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests two medications, pregabalin and mirogabalin, for people with fibromyalgia who have not yet tried prescription drugs. It aims to see which one works better for pain relief.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07158684Recruiting
Surgery worries and feelings: a psychological study
This trial studies how patients feel before elective surgery. It aims to understand their anxiety and psychological needs. It may help hospitals improve patient care.
Edegem, AntwerpenAges 18 years+ - NCT06956222Recruiting
Home vs in-person rehab for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares doing physical therapy exercises at home through a video call (tele-rehab) versus doing them in person at a clinic. It is for people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis to see if home rehab works just as well.
JeddahAges 40–80 - NCT07151443Recruiting
Comparing two ways to numb the arm for hand surgery in people with obesity
This study compares two ways of numbing the arm for forearm or hand surgery in people who are obese. One method places the numbing medicine near the collarbone from the front, and the other from behind the collarbone. The goal is to see which way works better.
Yenimahalle, AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT07147062Recruiting
Pain relief after hernia surgery in children
This trial compares two types of pain blocks (rectus sheath block or caudal epidural block) used in children having a specific hernia surgery. It aims to see which block works better for controlling pain after the procedure.
Altındağ, AnkaraAges 1–8 - NCT03913819Recruiting
Standard treatment for bladder problems caused by substance abuse
This trial tests how well a set “standard” treatment plan works for people with bladder emptying problems caused by substance abuse. You might consider it if you have this specific type of bladder issue and can follow the treatment plan.
ShatinAges Any age - NCT07145346Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Suzetrigine for pain relief after multiple rib fractures
This trial tests a new medicine, suzetrigine, for managing acute pain in adults who have broken three or more ribs from a blunt injury. It aims to see if this painkiller works well and is safe for you.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06959147RecruitingPhase 4
Study for nerve pain after shingles using radiofrequency and a numbing shot
This trial tests a two-step procedure for treating nerve pain after shingles (called postherpetic neuralgia). First, a special type of radiofrequency treatment is applied to block the pain signals. Then, a long-lasting numbing medicine is injected under the skin to help keep the pain away. It is for people aged 40 to 85 who have not gotten enough relief from standard medicines.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 40–85 - NCT07141992Enrolling by invitation
Nerve glide exercises for burning pain from diabetic neuropathy
This study compares two types of nerve gliding exercises to see which works better for reducing burning pain, improving muscle strength, and increasing movement in patients with diabetes-related nerve damage.
Karachi, SindhAges 40–65 - NCT07141459Recruiting
Laser disinfection for failed root canal treatment
This trial tests if using a special laser (810 nm diode) to disinfect the tooth after a second root canal treatment can reduce pain and inflammation. It aims to help patients whose previous root canal failed and who have a small infection around the tooth root.
CairoAges 20–40 - NCT06693479Recruiting
Using a feedback device to help manage shoulder pain at work
This study tests whether a feedback device can help people with work-related shoulder pain manage their symptoms. You may qualify if you have shoulder pain from rotator cuff issues, arthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis and work full-time.
Québec, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT03959904Recruiting
Compare belly-skin closure methods after kidney transplant surgery
This study looks at which abdominal wall (belly) closure technique helps reduce the chance of an incisional hernia after a kidney transplant. If you’re having a kidney transplant, it may help surgeons choose a method that lowers this complication for future patients.
ManchesterAges 18–70 - NCT07132775Recruiting
Full-body electrical stimulation suit for spasticity and pain
This study tests a full-body suit that delivers gentle electrical pulses to help reduce muscle stiffness, spasms, and pain in people with conditions like multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, or other neurological problems. It may help with movement and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT07134244Recruiting
Predicting cartilage damage and pain after knee injury or early arthritis
This study uses computer models and MRI scans to predict how knee cartilage and pain may change over time in people with early osteoarthritis or a recent ACL tear. It aims to find better ways to manage these conditions and prevent long-term damage.
Aalborg, North DenmarkAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,138 recruiting pain 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 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 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.