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
- NCT07471269Recruiting
Online pain education for fear of childbirth
This trial tests an online education program about pain neuroscience to help pregnant women reduce fear of childbirth. It may be useful if you are in your third trimester and want to feel more prepared.
Alfara del Patriarca, ValenciaAges 18–50 - 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.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT05780021Recruiting
Support program for long-term low back pain after rehab
This trial tests whether a structured motivational support program can help people with long-term low back pain after they finish a rehab program. It may help you stay motivated and improve your day-to-day progress after treatment.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07451431RecruitingPhase 4
Mirogabalin for diabetic nerve pain study
This study tests a new pain medicine called Mirogabalin for people with diabetic nerve pain that hasn't gotten better with usual treatments. It aims to see how well the drug works and if it is safe.
DhakaAges 40 years+ - NCT06963671Enrolling by invitation
Blood flow restriction therapy for ulnar-sided wrist pain
This study tests using a blood pressure cuff during hand therapy to see if it helps reduce ulnar-sided wrist pain and improve hand function.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07448857Recruiting
Scapula movement and muscle activity in upper string players with neck pain
This study looks at how the shoulder blade moves and muscles work in violin and viola players who have neck pain. It may help understand why neck pain happens and how to treat it better.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07415941Recruiting
Mindfulness and nerve stimulation for back pain and depression
This trial tests if combining mindfulness-based meditation with a gentle nerve stimulation device (applied to the ear) can help people aged 50–85 with chronic low back pain and depression. The goal is to reduce pain and improve mood without changing your current medications.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 50–85 - NCT06453291Recruiting
Comparing treatments for chronic low back pain
This study compares different ways to treat chronic low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months. It aims to find which approach works best for adults aged 40 to 60.
LahoreAges 40–60 - NCT06569836Recruiting
Study on digital program for chronic knee pain
This trial tests a digital program to help people manage chronic knee pain. If you are 55 or older and have had knee pain recently, this study may be a good fit.
Hong KongAges 55 years+ - NCT07377721RecruitingPhase 1
Study of HRS-2129 for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests a new medicine called HRS-2129 for people with long-term nerve pain caused by diabetes. It aims to see if the drug can safely reduce pain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06158529Recruiting
High-frequency spinal cord stimulation for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests if a special type of spinal cord stimulation (high-frequency SCS) can better relieve painful nerve damage caused by diabetes. If you have long-term burning, stabbing, or electric-shock-like pain in both legs, this treatment may help reduce that pain.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07366827Recruiting
Motorized back support for low back pain
This trial tests a motorized lumbar support device to see if it can relieve non-specific lower back pain. It may help if your pain gets better with gentle stretching or pulling of the spine (called manual traction).
Québec, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT07358507Recruiting
Nerve exercises for inner wrist pain relief
This trial tests whether specific nerve-gliding exercises can reduce long-lasting pain on the pinky side of your wrist. The exercises are designed to improve movement and decrease discomfort without surgery or medicine.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07360028Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain after chest surgery
This trial tests two types of numbing injections (nerve blocks) to control pain after chest surgery done with a camera. It aims to find which block works better so you can recover more comfortably.
Cairo, Abbassia-EgyptAges 25–70 - NCT07351968RecruitingPhase 1
Study of HRS-2129 for knee osteoarthritis pain
This trial tests an investigational drug, HRS-2129, for people with knee osteoarthritis who have moderate to severe pain. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective at reducing pain.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT06841601Recruiting
Shaking or cold for less pain during dental shots
This trial tests whether a vibrating tool or a cold pack can help reduce pain when children get a numbing shot at the dentist. If your child needs a simple filling and is generally healthy, this study might help make their experience more comfortable.
AlexandriaAges 5–9 - 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 - NCT07322445Recruiting
Study of neck and shoulder pain with special MRI
This study uses special MRI scans to look at muscles and nerves in people with long-term neck or shoulder pain caused by trigger points (tender spots in muscles). The goal is to understand what happens in the body with this type of pain—so doctors can find better ways to treat it.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–80 - NCT07370129Enrolling by invitation
Numbing injection for pain after tonsil surgery
This study tests a numbing injection near a nerve in your nose to see if it can reduce pain and help you recover faster after tonsillectomy. It is a non-drug approach that may offer an alternative to strong pain medicines.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 12 years+ - NCT07571889Recruiting
Numbing spray to reduce Botox injection pain for chronic migraine
This study tests whether a numbing spray applied inside the nose before Botox injections can reduce injection pain in people with chronic migraine. The goal is to make the treatment more comfortable without affecting how well it works.
East Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06574269RecruitingPhase 2
Study on TLC590 for pain after surgery
This trial tests a new pain medicine, TLC590, for people having one of several common surgeries, like bunion removal, hernia repair, breast augmentation, knee replacement, or tummy tuck. The goal is to see if it helps manage pain after the procedure.
Bellaire, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT07294651Recruiting
Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
SivasAges 18–70 - NCT07293975Recruiting
Pain relief during brace removal with TENS or vibration
This study tests two drug-free methods—gentle electrical stimulation (TENS) and high-frequency vibration—to see if they can reduce pain when braces are removed.
BaghdadAges 15–35 - NCT06949059RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Hydromorphone for acute chest pain relief
This trial tests a quick-acting pain medicine (hydromorphone) given through a vein to treat severe chest pain. It may be an option for people experiencing acute pain who haven't been helped by other medicines.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–64
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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.