Clinical trials
Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,263 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07764666Enrolling by invitation
Cooling rinse for molar pain after root canal treatment
This study tests whether using a chilled saline rinse during a root canal treatment can reduce pain after the procedure. It compares two standard rinses, with and without cooling, to see which is more comfortable.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 15–40 - NCT07770191Recruiting
Distraction methods for easing pain and fear during blood draws in children
This study tests different distraction techniques, like chewing gum or other activities, to help reduce pain and fear when children aged 5 to 10 get blood drawn. The goal is to make the experience more comfortable and less stressful.
TekirdağAges 5–10 - NCT07769619Recruiting
AI and brain scans for chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis
This study uses AI, brain scans, and blood tests to understand chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It may help find better ways to treat pain in the future.
WroclawAges 18 years+ - NCT07760142Recruiting
Electrical stimulation with core exercise for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether adding electrical stimulation to a core exercise program helps relieve chronic low back pain. You would attend two sessions a week for six weeks.
ŞırnakAges 18–55 - NCT07767344Recruiting
Video education for gallbladder surgery recovery
This trial tests whether watching an educational video before gallbladder removal surgery can improve trust in your doctor, reduce pain, and lower anxiety. It may help you feel more prepared and calm before and after your procedure.
Sanliurfa, EyyübiyeAges 18–65 - NCT07771816Enrolling by invitation
Mouth rinse and cold therapy for lower molar pain
This study tests whether using different strengths of a disinfectant rinse inside the tooth, sometimes combined with cold therapy, can reduce pain after a type of root canal treatment for lower molars. It aims to find the most comfortable and effective approach for managing post-procedure pain.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 15–40 - NCT07760103Recruiting
Core exercises for lower back pain in recreational athletes
This trial compares two sets of core-strengthening exercises to see which works better for athletes with recurring lower back pain. It may help you find a routine that reduces pain and lets you keep being active.
IstanbulAges 18–45 - NCT07329309Recruiting
Breathing exercises for pain after cesarean
This study tests if a gentle breathing technique called Pranayama can help reduce pain after a planned cesarean. It compares the breathing exercise to usual care to see if it improves recovery.
Konya, KonyaAges 18–35 - NCT07769385Enrolling by invitation
Robotic fish and aquarium to ease pain and fear in children
This trial tests whether using a robotic fish or watching an aquarium can help reduce pain, fear, and anxiety in children during medical procedures. It might make the experience more comfortable for your child.
Bingoel, TurkeyAges 5–10 - NCT07767084Recruiting
Sealer type and pain after root canal treatment
This study compares two types of dental sealers (materials used to fill the root canal) to see if one causes less pain after the procedure. It may help you know what to expect and allow you to choose a treatment that reduces discomfort.
MinyaAges 18–45 - NCT07761689Recruiting
Kangaroo care for pain relief during newborn jaundice light therapy
This study tests whether holding your baby skin-to-skin (kangaroo care) during light therapy for jaundice can help reduce their pain and discomfort. It aims to see if this simple comfort measure is beneficial.
IstanbulAges 2 days–1 week - NCT07764354Recruiting
Patient education for sticking with home exercises
This study tests whether extra education helps people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions—like long-term back pain, knee arthritis, or partial rotator cuff tears—stick with their home exercise routines to feel better. If you have one of these conditions and are willing to follow a home exercise plan, this could help you manage pain.
Dammam, Eastern ProvinceAges Any age - NCT07763132Recruiting
Virtual reality for needle pain in children
This study compares using virtual reality goggles, a numbing cream, or standard care to reduce pain and anxiety during blood draws in children aged 3 to 15. It aims to find which method works best to make the experience more comfortable.
Ústí nad Labem, Ústí nad Labem RegionAges 3–15 - NCT06483659RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin for pain after minimally invasive hysterectomy
This study tests if giving oxytocin (a natural hormone) through an IV can help reduce pain after a minimally invasive hysterectomy. If you are having this surgery, you may be able to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06725550Recruiting
Acupuncture for pain in sickle cell disease
This trial tests whether adding acupuncture to standard pain treatments can help manage pain in people with sickle cell disease. It involves brain scans, questionnaires, and acupuncture sessions to see if this approach reduces pain and improves quality of life.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 14–80 - NCT07300995Recruiting
Pain coping skills for older women with breast cancer
This study tests a behavioral program to help older women with breast cancer learn skills to cope with pain. The program is done through video or phone sessions.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 55 years+ - NCT06795126Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in kids getting IVs
This study tests if a virtual reality game called Little NIRVANA can help reduce pain and anxiety in children getting an IV. It's for kids ages 2 to 8 in the emergency department.
Columbus, OhioAges 2–8 - NCT07321483Recruiting
Reflex therapy for jaw pain
This trial tests if a special reflex therapy can help people with jaw muscle pain that isn't caused by joint damage. It might be a new way to reduce discomfort and improve function.
OlomoucAges 18 years+ - NCT07750392Recruiting
Dry needling and gentle laser therapy for recent neck pain
This trial tests two therapies—dry needling (thin needles into muscle knots) and low-level laser/microcurrent (gentle energy) treatment—alone or combined, to relieve acute neck pain from muscle knots (myofascial pain). It aims to reduce pain and improve function for people with recent onset symptoms.
Denpasar, BaliAges 20–45 - NCT07755540RecruitingPhase 2
Music therapy for chronic pain in active duty service members
This trial tests whether group music therapy can help manage chronic pain in active duty service members. If you have had pain for at least 3 months and it rates above 4 out of 10, you might find new ways to cope.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18–64 - NCT07463170Recruiting
French translation of a pain assessment tool for newborns
This study is translating a pain assessment tool for newborns into French and testing it with healthcare workers in neonatal units. It aims to improve pain recognition in babies who cannot speak.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges Any age - NCT07745972Recruiting
Pain relief block for gallbladder surgery
This trial tests a numbing injection near the ribs to reduce pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. It may help you recover with less discomfort.
IstanbulAges 18–80 - NCT05945719Recruiting
Study on harassment discrimination against pain staff
This study focuses on adult people living with chronic pain. It may be looking at how patient behavior and workplace discrimination or harassment affect pain care staff.
Surrey, British ColumbiaAges 20–99 - NCT03415620Recruiting
Music listening during surgery to reduce anxiety and pain
This study tests whether listening to music around the time of surgery can lower anxiety and pain, reduce how much pain medicine you need, and improve satisfaction. You may be asked to fill out brief questionnaires before and after your procedure.
SingaporeAges 21–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,263 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.