Clinical trials
Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,262 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06748976Recruiting
Brain activity study during attention tasks
This study looks at how your brain controls attention by measuring brain activity while you perform tasks. It may help researchers understand attention better.
Oro Verde, Entre Ríos ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT06753019Recruiting
Knee Osteoarthritis: Thoughts, Feelings, and Function
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about knee pain (and your daily function) relate to osteoarthritis. It aims to help understand your overall health better.
IspartaAges 40–84 - NCT06753500RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicine during gallbladder surgery
This trial tests whether giving a special numbing medicine during gallbladder surgery helps reduce pain. It is for adults having laparoscopic (minimally invasive) gallbladder removal.
Barranquilla, AtlantivoAges 18 years+ - NCT06754657RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing pain blocks for rotator cuff surgery recovery
This trial tests two ways of numbing the shoulder during rotator cuff surgery to see which leads to better recovery after outpatient surgery. It compares a single injection with a continuous pump that delivers numbing medicine for a longer time.
SantiagoAges 18–75 - NCT06754982Recruiting
Timing of pain, stiffness, and function in plantar fasciitis after muscle release
This trial tests whether a hands-on therapy called myofascial release can help with morning pain, stiffness, and walking in people with plantar fasciitis. It aims to see how these symptoms change over time after treatment.
Talca, Maule RegionAges 18–60 - NCT06755138Recruiting
Scoliosis, pain, and quality of life in Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This study looks at how scoliosis (curved spine) and back pain affect daily life in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will measure muscle strength and compensation patterns to understand these links.
SeoulAges 11–30 - NCT06755671Recruiting
Danning tablets for digestive symptom relief
This study looks at how well Danning tablets work for people with upset stomach, bloating, heartburn, or constipation. It follows patients who are already taking the tablets as part of their regular care.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06757023Recruiting
Acupuncture for better sleep after breast cancer surgery
This study tests if thumbtack needle therapy (a type of acupuncture) can improve sleep and recovery in women after breast cancer surgery. If you're between 18 and 55 and having breast cancer surgery with general anesthesia, you may be eligible.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–55 - NCT06757075RecruitingPhase 4
Managing pain after children's dental surgery
This study tests different ways to manage pain in young children after dental surgery done under general anesthesia. It aims to find the best method to keep children comfortable and reduce discomfort.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 4–6 - NCT06758349Recruiting
Posture check for orchestra musicians
This study looks at the posture of professional orchestra musicians. It aims to help understand how their bodies are affected by playing and identify ways to prevent pain or injury.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT06759337Recruiting
Stress ball or hand holding during IUI for pain and anxiety
This trial tests if using a stress ball or having your hand held during intrauterine insemination (IUI) can reduce pain, anxiety, and discomfort. It compares these two simple comfort techniques to standard care.
Kayseri, MelikgaziAges 18–50 - NCT06760884Recruiting
Pregnancy and jaw function study
This study looks at jaw joint function, oral habits, and pain in pregnant and non-pregnant women. It aims to understand how pregnancy might affect these issues.
TrabzonAges 18–45 - NCT06761300Recruiting
Psychology and spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain
This trial studies how psychological assessment can help people with long-term pain who are getting Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)—a treatment that uses mild electrical pulses to block pain signals. You may join if you've had chronic pain for at least 6 months, are eligible for SCS, and speak Italian.
Milan, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT06762275Recruiting
New way to diagnose appendicitis in children with belly pain
This study looks at a new way for general practitioners (GPs) to diagnose appendicitis in children with belly pain. It aims to find out if a special checklist or test can help GPs decide which children need to go to the hospital, potentially saving unnecessary trips.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 4–18 - NCT06762665Recruiting
Radiology consultation for spine injections
This study tests whether a radiology consultation before a CT-guided spine injection helps patients with back or neck pain. If you have moderate to severe pain and are scheduled for this procedure, you may be eligible.
Montpellier, OccitnaieAges 18 years+ - NCT06770374Recruiting
Zinc oxide adhesive for IV line securement
This trial tests a special adhesive dressing made with zinc oxide to keep your IV line secure. It looks at whether this dressing helps prevent the line from moving, which could reduce complications.
Lleida, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06770634Recruiting
Pain sensitivity and related factors in lipedema
This study looks at how pain sensitivity (central sensitization) affects people with lipedema. It aims to understand what factors are linked to increased pain in this condition, which might help improve care.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–65 - NCT06776159Recruiting
Standardizing blood thinner shots for heart patients
This study tests whether a standard way of giving blood thinner shots (LMWH) to people with heart disease in the cardiac care unit improves care. It is for Chinese patients who are awake and can make their own decisions.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06778005Recruiting
Ultrasound of leg nerves in type 2 diabetes with nerve damage
This study uses ultrasound (an imaging test) to measure the nerves in the legs of people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve damage. It helps doctors learn more about how diabetes affects nerves.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–65 - NCT06778447Recruiting
Disc injection for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether injecting a special disc material (nucleus pulposus allograft) into the damaged discs of your lower back can safely reduce pain and improve function. It's for people with long-term, moderate to severe low back pain from disc disease that hasn't gotten better with other treatments.
Napa, CaliforniaAges 22–85 - NCT06778954Recruiting
Pain control gel after stomach cancer surgery
This trial tests a gel (ropivacaine in a special polymer) applied during stomach cancer surgery to reduce pain after the operation. The goal is to help patients recover with less pain and fewer side effects from painkillers.
SeoulAges 20 years+ - NCT06779578Recruiting
Comparing two types of radiofrequency for trigeminal neuralgia
This study compares two treatments (bipolar vs monopolar pulsed radiofrequency) for people with trigeminal neuralgia that hasn't improved with medication. It aims to see which method provides better pain relief.
AlexandriaAges Any age - NCT06780904Recruiting
Dry needling plus stretching for neck pain relief
This study tests if combining dry needling with gentle stretching or muscle energy techniques works better for treating neck pain caused by muscle knots (trigger points). It aims to find a simple, effective way to reduce pain and improve movement.
Kandy, Central ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT06781060Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for sciatic nerve injury in children
This trial tests if electrical nerve stimulation can help children aged 3 to 19 who have nerve damage in the leg caused by an injection. The goal is to improve nerve healing and leg function.
Multan, Punjab ProvinceAges 3–19
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,262 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.
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.