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
- NCT07846163Recruiting
Pain assessment for chronic low back pain
This study looks at how the brain and nervous system process pain in people with long-lasting low back pain. It uses safe measurements inside a shielded room to compare chronic pain patients with healthy people, which may help improve pain treatments.
Thessaloniki, Central MacedoniaAges 18–45 - NCT07842913Recruiting
Hybrid telerehabilitation for anterior knee pain
This study tests a hybrid telerehabilitation program for people with anterior knee pain. It combines at-home exercises with remote physiotherapy sessions using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if this approach is effective in routine clinical practice.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT07850167Recruiting
Pain during root canal treatment across menstrual stages
This study looks at how the menstrual cycle and menopause may affect pain during root canal treatment. It aims to help dentists better manage pain for women.
NiğdeAges 18 years+ - NCT07844395Recruiting
Stress ball for pain and anxiety during breast biopsy
This study tests whether squeezing a small ball (stress ball) during a breast biopsy can help reduce pain, anxiety, and changes in heart rate and blood pressure. If you are having your first breast biopsy, you may be able to participate and help learn if this simple technique improves comfort.
KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT07848126Recruiting
Foam rolling after knee replacement surgery
This study tests whether using a foam roller after knee replacement surgery helps reduce pain and improve movement. If you are having your first knee replacement, this may help you recover faster.
Izmir, BalçovaAges 40 years+ - NCT06189781RecruitingPhase 4
Pain shot vs epidural for hip surgery in kids with cerebral palsy
This study compares a pain injection to epidural anesthesia for children with cerebral palsy having hip surgery. The goal is to see which method provides better pain control during and after the procedure.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07841509Recruiting
Remote electrical neuromodulation for migraine and fibromyalgia
This study tests a wearable device that uses gentle electrical signals to reduce pain in people with migraine or fibromyalgia. It may help by changing how the brain processes pain signals.
Bridgewater, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07835191Recruiting
Cooling and sweet solution to ease dental shot pain in children
This study tests whether cooling the injection site and using a sweet-tasting solution before the dental numbing shot can reduce pain for children aged 7 to 11. If your child needs a dental procedure requiring a local anesthetic injection, this might help make the experience more comfortable.
Cairo, El SheroukAges 7–11 - NCT07838324Recruiting
Pain reprocessing therapy for functional dyspepsia
This study tests a type of talk therapy called Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) to see if it helps reduce stomach pain and discomfort in people with functional dyspepsia. The therapy aims to retrain the brain's response to pain signals, potentially easing symptoms.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07839195Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Steroid injection after radiofrequency ablation for back and neck pain
This trial tests whether giving a corticosteroid injection right after a radiofrequency nerve ablation (a procedure that zaps nerve endings to reduce pain) can help prevent the temporary nerve irritation that sometimes happens after. It may help make your recovery more comfortable.
BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT07832552Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Eye drop treatment for pain and swelling after cataract surgery
This study tests a medication given as an injection during cataract surgery to prevent eye pain and swelling. It aims to see if it helps you recover more comfortably.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07829289Enrolling by invitation
Ear acupressure for long-term back pain in postmenopausal women
This study tests whether applying pressure to specific points on the ear can reduce chronic low back pain in women who have gone through menopause. You would receive a simple, non-invasive treatment that you can do at home.
Kaohsiung City, Sanmin DistrictAges 50–65 - NCT07833930Recruiting
Breakthrough pain after arm numbing block in diabetic patients
This study looks at whether people with diabetes have more breakthrough pain (pain that breaks through despite the block) within 48 hours after an arm surgery with a specific type of nerve block. The goal is to understand and improve pain management for diabetic patients.
TaiyuanAges 18–80 - NCT07826546Recruiting
Back pain sensitivity as a predictor of recovery
This study looks at whether increased sensitivity to pain in people with chronic low back pain might predict how well they recover. It aims to help doctors understand which treatments might work best for each person.
MardinAges 18–65 - NCT07831200Recruiting
Taping and leg strengthening for knee pain
This study compares two types of tape (McConnell and Kinesio) combined with exercises to strengthen the hip and knee, to see which works better for people with pain in the front of the knee, especially when squatting or climbing stairs.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 26–44 - NCT07833280Recruiting
Pelvic pain, movement, sleep, and quality of life in women
This study looks at how chronic pelvic pain affects movement, sleep, and daily life in women. It may help find better ways to support women with this condition.
Kırşehir, MerkezAges 18–65 - NCT07832929Recruiting
Alcohol injection for cervical disc herniation pain
This study tests a procedure where a special alcohol gel is injected into a damaged disc in the neck to relieve pain. It is for people with neck pain caused by a disc problem that has not improved with other treatments.
Vimercate, Monza E BrianzaAges 18–75 - NCT07826650Recruiting
How acute pain affects sleep in people with insomnia
This study looks at how a short-term (acute) pain affects sleep quality in people who suffer from insomnia compared to healthy sleepers. Participation may help researchers understand the link between pain and sleep problems.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT07832188Recruiting
Brain stimulation for chronic lower back pain
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that uses gentle electrical currents to target the part of the brain involved in pain processing. It may help reduce chronic lower back pain that is not caused by a specific injury or condition.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07824908Recruiting
Numbing medicine and pain after keyhole appendix removal
This study looks at whether the place where the appendix is taken out during keyhole surgery and the use of numbing medicine can help reduce pain after the operation. If you're having this emergency surgery, you may have less pain afterward.
Diyarbakır, KayapınarAges 18 years+ - NCT07818980Recruiting
An online pain management program for Canadian veterans
This study is testing an online pain management program designed for Canadian veterans. If you have chronic pain, joining could help you learn ways to manage pain from home.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–80 - NCT06481072Recruiting
Digital therapy for kids with chronic stomach pain
This trial tests a digital (online) therapy program to help children with chronic stomach pain. It's designed for kids ages 8 to 14 who have been diagnosed with a functional abdominal pain disorder and can use a computer or tablet at home.
GothenburgAges 8–14 - NCT06491121Recruiting
Can high-intensity training with a smartphone help chronic back pain?
This trial tests if a technology-supported high-intensity exercise program can help adults with chronic low back pain. You'll use your own smartphone to help guide the training and attend regular therapy sessions.
Wilrijk, AntwerpenAges 18–65 - NCT07814729Recruiting
Sacral block for chronic sacroiliac joint pain
This study tests whether adding a nerve block near the sacrum to a standard sacroiliac joint injection gives more pain relief. It's for people with long-term sacroiliac joint pain that hasn't improved with other treatments.
Al FayyumAges 21–60
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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.
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.