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
- NCT05784857Recruiting
Testing touch methods to reduce pain during suction in preterm babies
This study tests whether different types of gentle touch can lessen pain and stress signals when preterm babies need suction through a breathing tube. If it helps, it could offer a comforting, non-medicine way to improve comfort during this procedure.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 6 months–9 months - NCT07335913RecruitingPhase 1
Testing SBS-147 in healthy adults for safety
This study tests a new drug, SBS-147, in healthy adults to see if it's safe and how the body processes it. It may help find the right dose for future studies in people with certain conditions.
Cypress, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07341854Recruiting
Dexamethasone shot for pain after surgery
This study tests a special form of dexamethasone (a steroid) given as a shot before surgery to help control pain after the operation. It may reduce the need for other pain medicines and make recovery more comfortable.
Beijing, ChinaAges 18–65 - NCT07334288Recruiting
Numbing injection for pain relief after lower back surgery
This study tests a numbing injection near the spine (retrolaminar block) to reduce pain after lower back surgery with hardware. It could help you use less pain medicine and recover more comfortably.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18–80 - NCT07334756Recruiting
Mobilization therapy for long-term low back pain
This study tests gentle back movements (not forceful adjustments) to see if they help relieve low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months. If you have low back pain without leg pain, this may be an option to try.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07334561Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression and pain
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment (transcranial electrical stimulation) for people who have both depression and chronic pain. It aims to see if this treatment can help improve mood and reduce pain.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07338292Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in urology procedures
This study tests if using virtual reality can reduce pain and anxiety during outpatient urology procedures like circumcision, prostate biopsy, or flexible cystoscopy. If you are having one of these procedures for the first time, you may be able to participate.
PadovaAges 18–99 - NCT07338045Recruiting
Baduanjin exercise for chronic low back pain in office workers
This trial tests whether an eight-week Baduanjin exercise program can reduce chronic low back pain and improve daily function in office workers. Baduanjin is a gentle mind-body practice that involves slow movements and breathing, and it may help relieve pain caused by prolonged sitting.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 20–55 - NCT06856642Recruiting
Comparing belly drawing exercises with ultrasound for chronic back pain
This study compares two types of physical therapy for chronic low back pain: one uses real-time ultrasound to help you learn a special belly-drawing maneuver, the other is standard physical therapy. The goal is to see which method reduces pain better.
BoluAges 18–65 - NCT07324915Enrolling by invitation
Buzzy Bee study for reducing pain during numbing shots in kids
This trial tests if a vibrating cold device called Buzzy Bee can help reduce pain when children receive a numbing shot in the mouth for dental treatment. It may help make the experience less scary and more comfortable for kids.
Jizan, Jazan RegionAges 7–9 - NCT07327554Recruiting
Lumbar movement fluidity study for chronic low back pain
This trial uses wearable sensors to measure how smoothly your lower back moves before and after rehabilitation. It aims to see if rehabilitation improves movement fluidity in people with chronic low back pain.
MontpellierAges 18–65 - NCT07332390Recruiting
Exercise study for chronic non-specific low back pain
This study compares two types of exercise programs—moderate load eccentric core exercises and Pilates—to see which is more effective for people with long-lasting low back pain that isn't caused by a specific medical condition.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 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 - 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 - NCT07329478Recruiting
Muscle Techniques for Neck Pain Strength and Endurance
This study compares two gentle muscle techniques to see which better strengthens neck muscles and improves endurance in people with mechanical neck pain (pain not caused by a serious disease or injury). It may help you move your neck more easily and reduce discomfort.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 19–44 - NCT07326696Recruiting
Therapy for long-term neck pain with limited movement
This trial tests a combination of hand-on treatments (a quick push to the upper back and gentle movements to the neck) to see if it helps people with ongoing neck pain and stiffness. It might be an option if you've had neck pain for more than 3 months and have trouble moving your neck or upper back.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07325513Recruiting
Brain stimulation for Gulf War-related pain
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation (repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS) can help reduce headaches and body pain in veterans with Gulf War Illness. If you are a Gulf War veteran with ongoing moderate-to-severe pain, this trial could help find a new way to manage your symptoms.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07325851Recruiting
Ozone therapy for chronic pain when other options fail
This study is testing ozone therapy as a palliative treatment for people with chronic pain who haven't found relief from other options. It aims to see if adding ozone can improve pain and quality of life.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT07326137Recruiting
Pain relief and first-line treatment for advanced bile duct or pancreatic cancer
This study tests combining standard first-line cancer therapy with a nerve block to reduce pain in people with advanced bile duct or pancreatic cancer. It aims to see if this combination can improve pain control and quality of life.
Wuhan, HubeiAges Any age - NCT07327593Recruiting
Exercise and pain relief in stroke survivors
This study looks at whether exercise can reduce pain sensitivity in people who have had a stroke and in healthy individuals. Participants will pedal on a stationary bike to see how their pain perception changes.
Madrid, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07328256Recruiting
Comparing two muscle relaxation techniques for neck pain relief
This study looks at two different gentle stretching methods to see which works better for relieving neck pain. It might help if you have had neck pain for a while and it limits your movement.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 19–44 - NCT06224959Recruiting
Migraine and nerve pain in osteoarthritis study
This study looks at whether people with osteoarthritis also have migraine headaches or nerve pain. Researchers want to better understand these connections to improve treatment.
Clermont-Ferrand, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06595329RecruitingPhase 1
Pain relief after kidney cancer surgery: epidural vs spinal opioids
This trial compares two ways to manage pain after open kidney cancer surgery: an epidural (a thin tube placed near your spine) versus a single spinal injection of opioids. Both aim to control pain, but the study wants to see which method works better, with fewer side effects.
SplitAges 18 years+ - 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+
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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.