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
- NCT07399860RecruitingPhase 2
Botox before hemorrhoid surgery to reduce pain after surgery
This trial tests whether injecting botulinum toxin (Botox) into the anal muscle before hemorrhoid removal surgery can lower pain after the operation. It is for people with advanced hemorrhoids that have not gotten better with other treatments and who are already planning to have surgery.
Moscow, MoscowAges 18 years+ - NCT07401147Recruiting
TENS for pain relief during first labor
This trial tests a gentle electrical device (TENS) to help manage pain during labor. It's for women having their first baby, with a healthy, single pregnancy, and no major health issues.
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán DepartmentAges 18–45 - NCT06828016Recruiting
Foot Reflexology for Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests whether foot reflexology—a gentle massage of the feet—can help relieve chronic low back pain that has lasted more than 12 weeks. It is a safe, non-drug approach that may be a good option for people looking for a natural way to manage their pain.
New Taipei CityAges 18–100 - NCT06320041RecruitingPhase 4
Oliceridine for pain after orthopedic surgery
This trial tests a new painkiller called oliceridine for moderate to severe pain after orthopedic surgery. It may help you recover more comfortably with fewer side effects.
Yiwu, ZhejiangAges 18–100 - NCT07394673Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after shoulder surgery
This trial tests a new ultrasound-guided nerve block for pain relief after shoulder surgery. It aims to improve comfort and reduce the need for pain medications.
BursaAges 18–65 - NCT07396233Recruiting
Knee Osteoarthritis Therapy: Diagonal Movement Patterns
This trial tests a type of physical therapy called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation for people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help reduce pain and improve how well your knee works.
Karachi, SindhAges 40–60 - NCT07396545Recruiting
Comparing two types of nerve blocks for pain after stomach cancer surgery
This trial looks at two different pain-blocking injections (nerve blocks) to see which one works better for pain after keyhole stomach cancer surgery. If you are having this type of surgery, joining could help us learn which block gives you better pain relief.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07391930Recruiting
High intensity exercise for period pain
This study tests if high-intensity interval training (short bursts of intense exercise) can help reduce period pain. It is for people who have not given birth and experience regular period pain.
Alcalá de Henares, MadridAges 18–40 - NCT07392099Recruiting
Comparing a single pain relief class vs. usual care after orthopedic surgery
This study tests whether a single, 1-hour class on pain management (called Empowered Relief) can help people recover better after orthopedic surgery (like hip or knee replacement) compared to usual care. It is for people who have had moderate to severe pain for at least 3 months and are fluent in French.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07396558Recruiting
Nerve block for lung cancer chest pain
This study tests a new way to deliver pain medicine through a small tube (catheter) placed under the skin near your back, so you can get long-lasting relief from cancer-related chest pain at home. It is for people with advanced lung cancer whose current pain treatments are not enough.
HanoiAges 18 years+ - NCT07395934Recruiting
Comparing two epidural methods for labor pain relief
This study compares two ways of giving epidural pain relief during labor: a programmed intermittent bolus (PIEB) versus a continuous infusion (CEI). The goal is to see which method works better for managing pain in vaginal delivery.
Da NangAges 18–40 - NCT06626958Recruiting
Stress ball for pain and comfort during labor
This trial tests if squeezing a stress ball during active labor can reduce pain and increase comfort for women having a vaginal birth. It may offer a simple, drug-free way to manage labor pain.
Muş, MerkezAges 18–40 - NCT07386353RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two ways to give pain medicine after C-section
This trial tests two different ways of giving morphine for pain relief after a planned cesarean section: one is injected into the spinal fluid and the other into the space around the spinal cord. The goal is to see which method works better and is safer.
Funchal, MadeiraAges 18 years+ - NCT07383558Recruiting
Adding nerve treatment for chronic heel pain
This trial tests if adding a nerve treatment (pulsed radiofrequency of the sural nerve) to standard care helps people with long-lasting heel pain. It may reduce pain and improve function.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07380139Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Comparing two medications for nose surgery pain relief
This trial tests if two different medicines, dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine, given as a nerve block in your nose during rhinoplasty can better control pain after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07388368Recruiting
Root canal pain study: comparing two tooth fillings
This study compares two types of fillings used after a root canal to see which one causes less pain afterward. If you have a tooth with severe, constant pain that needs a root canal, this trial may help find the best option for you.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT07382297Recruiting
Knee tumor pain study with extra nerve block
This study tests if adding an ultrasound-guided nerve block (IPACK) behind the knee to a standard nerve block (adductor canal block) can better control pain after knee tumor surgery. If you are having knee tumor removal and are in fair to poor health, this may help improve your recovery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT06598618Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for kneecap pain
This study compares two types of hands-on treatments—Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Muscle Energy Technique—to see which works better for kneecap pain. It aims to find a therapy that can help reduce your pain and improve movement.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT06584721Recruiting
Foot exercises and taping for low back pain with flat feet
This study tests whether simple foot exercises combined with special tape on the foot can reduce low back pain in people whose feet roll inward too much (a condition called hyper-pronation). It may help if you have had back pain for months and also have flat feet.
Wāh, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT06842329Recruiting
Can distraction ease injection pain for teens with period pain?
This study tests whether using simple distraction techniques during a shot can reduce pain in teenage girls who come to the emergency room with severe menstrual cramps.
SamsunAges 12–18 - NCT07374354Recruiting
Pain and anxiety control for kids with MIH
This study tests a pain-relieving medicine given before dental treatment to see if it helps reduce pain and anxiety in children with molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), a condition that causes weak enamel on molars and front teeth.
GizaAges 6–12 - NCT07371442Enrolling by invitation
Audio distraction and acupoint stimulation for kids during tooth extraction
This study tests two non-drug methods to help children feel less pain and worry during a tooth extraction: an audio-video distraction (like a movie or music) and a special pressure point (acupoint) stimulation on the hand. It aims to see which approach works best for kids ages 5 to 8 who need a baby tooth removed.
Al MansurahAges 5–8 - NCT07377370Recruiting
Pain after gum graft surgery study
This study looks at factors that affect pain after a gum graft procedure. If you need gum surgery to cover exposed tooth roots or add gum tissue, you may be able to join.
Barcelona, Sant Cugat Del VallesAges 18 years+ - NCT07375914Recruiting
New approach for managing acute low back pain in the ER
This trial tests a comprehensive program that looks at your physical, mental, and social needs to treat sudden low back pain in the emergency room. It may help you get better care and avoid long-term pain.
ParisAges 18–55
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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.