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
- NCT07244913Recruiting
Tools for chronic low back pain relief
This trial compares two types of handheld tools—one with metal instruments and one that uses sound waves—to see which works better for long-term low back pain. It may help if you have had pain for at least 6 months and feel tightness in your hamstrings.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–55 - NCT06355414RecruitingPhase 1
Psilocybin for chronic back pain and depression
This trial tests if psilocybin, a psychedelic drug, can help people with long-term low back pain who also have depression. If you qualify, you'll receive psilocybin in a controlled setting, and researchers will see how it affects your pain and mood.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21–80 - NCT06834685Recruiting
Laser therapy for nerve pain after chemotherapy
This study tests a special laser treatment (photobiomodulation) to reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in cancer patients. If you have had nerve pain for at least 3 months after chemo and can attend twice-weekly sessions, this may help ease your pain.
Mougins, Alpes MaritimesAges 18 years+ - NCT07193212Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment for low back pain and leg health
This study tests whether a hands-on osteopathic treatment can improve how your legs and feet work if you have chronic low back pain. It may help you understand if this type of manual therapy is a good option for your pain.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07723586Recruiting
TENS vs Ultrasound for mechanical neck pain
This trial compares two common treatments—TENS (a device that uses mild electrical pulses) and ultrasound therapy—along with neck exercises for long-lasting neck pain. You would get one of these treatments for several weeks to see which helps your pain more.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - NCT07726797Recruiting
Pelvic control training vs core stability for low back pain
This trial compares two types of exercises — pelvic control training with a pressure sensor versus core stability training — to see which one works better for relieving low back pain. It may help if you are a young adult with no other health issues affecting your back or balance.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–30 - NCT07028034Recruiting
Six-minute step test for chronic back pain
This trial uses a simple step test to measure how chronic low back pain affects your daily function. It may help doctors better understand your condition without needing expensive equipment.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT07719452Enrolling by invitation
Strengthening exercise for chronic low back pain
This study tests if adding a specific low back strengthening exercise to standard physical therapy helps people with long-lasting low back pain. It is for Tricare beneficiaries who have had back pain for at least 3 months without leg pain.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07732062Recruiting
Emotion-focused therapy for chronic pain patients using medical cannabis
This study tests a new type of talking therapy (vEAET-H) to see if it helps people with chronic pain who are already using medical cannabis. The goal is to find out if adding this therapy can improve pain and well-being.
Tel AvivAges 18 years+ - NCT07731269Enrolling by invitation
Kinesiology taping for acute low back pain
This study tests if kinesiology tape (a special stretchy tape placed on the skin) can help relieve pain and improve movement in people with sudden, short-term low back pain. It may be an option if your pain just started and you haven't had long-term back issues.
IstanbulAges 18–50 - NCT05916235Recruiting
Laser light treatment for jaw pain from TMJ disorder
This trial tests whether a specific type of light therapy (called photobiomodulation/laser) can reduce pain from temporomandibular disorder (TMJ) affecting the jaw muscles. If you have jaw muscle pain for at least 3 months, the study will compare your symptoms while you follow the treatment and diary requirements.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–99 - NCT07711041Recruiting
Comparing three treatments for chronic neck pain
This trial compares three therapies—integrated neuromuscular inhibition, dry cupping, and dry needling—to see which works best for long-lasting mechanical neck pain. It may help if you have had neck pain for over six months with trigger points in your upper shoulder muscle.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT07671950Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for neuropathic dental pain
This trial studies whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can help people with a type of nerve-related tooth pain called atypical odontalgia. It is for those who have not found relief from standard treatments like medications or injections.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19–80 - NCT07646899Recruiting
Unstable Loads and Shoulder Movement in Overhead Athletes
This study investigates how using unstable equipment (like a wobbly barbell) affects shoulder blade movement and muscle use during overhead pressing in athletes with shoulder impingement pain. The goal is to understand whether unstable loads might help improve shoulder mechanics and reduce pain in overhead athletes.
TaipeiAges 18–40 - NCT07645859Recruiting
High-Intensity vs. Moderate Exercise for Chronic Lower Back Pain
This trial compares two types of exercise programs—one with short, intense bursts of activity and one with steady, moderate activity—to see which works better for people with long-lasting lower back pain that has no clear medical cause. You would participate in supervised exercise sessions over several weeks.
KarachiAges 20–48 - NCT07642596Recruiting
Root Canal Treatment Methods and Post-Procedure Pain
This study compares two different techniques for cleaning and shaping root canals (the nerve chambers inside teeth) to see which one causes less pain after treatment. If you have a dead nerve in a back lower tooth, this trial may help us understand the best way to treat it with minimal discomfort.
Eskişehir, OdunpazarıAges 18–65 - NCT07531537Recruiting
Breathing exercises versus neck muscle training for neck pain
This study compares two types of exercises—breathing exercises and deep neck muscle training—to see which works better for people with long-term neck pain. You'll do one type of exercise program to help relieve your pain and improve function.
ZagazigAges 18–35 - NCT07586397Recruiting
Hip Pain Treatment Study With Physical Activity Focus
This study tests a new approach to treating long-lasting hip pain that combines psychology and exercise. It's designed for people whose hip pain is affected by worry or stress, and who aren't as physically active as they'd like to be.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07490366Recruiting
Exercise vs needle treatment for shoulder muscle pain
This study compares three treatments for long-term shoulder muscle pain: exercises, dry needling (tiny needles into tight muscle spots), and a numbing shot between muscle layers. It aims to find which works best for myofascial pain syndrome.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–55 - NCT07325058Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation and pain study
This study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation of a nerve in your ear can change how you feel pain from a capsaicin (chili pepper) patch on your leg. It may help researchers understand how to treat pain without drugs.
AalborgAges 16–60 - NCT07302958Recruiting
Comparing remote, in-person, and mixed exercise for neck pain
This trial compares three ways to treat chronic neck pain: doing exercises at home with remote guidance, doing them in a clinic with a therapist, or a mix of both. It aims to find which method works best for people with ongoing neck pain.
CairoAges 20–45 - NCT07243327Recruiting
Shockwave therapy vs standard rehab for hip pain
This trial compares two treatments—shockwave therapy and conventional physical therapy—for long-lasting pain on the outside of the hip, often called trochanteric pain syndrome. It aims to find which option works better for people whose hip pain has persisted for months.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07232511Recruiting
Cuff-assisted exercise for shoulder pain
This study tests whether using a blood pressure cuff during gentle shoulder exercises can help reduce pain and improve movement. It is for people with ongoing shoulder pain related to the rotator cuff (the muscles and tendons that help lift and rotate your arm).
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT07241559Recruiting
Low back pain treatment study: injection and mobilization
This study tests two treatments for chronic low back pain: a special injection of dextrose (a sugar solution) guided by ultrasound, and a technique to mobilize the fascia (connective tissue) in the lower back. It aims to see if these help people who haven't found relief from standard treatments.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65
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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.
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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.