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
- NCT07266922Enrolling by invitation
Web-based education for runners with knee pain
This study tests if a self-guided online program helps Boston Marathon runners manage patellofemoral pain (pain around or behind the kneecap). It aims to improve your understanding and control of the condition without in-person visits.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT07261839Enrolling by invitation
Meditation's effect on anxiety and pain during endoscopy
This study tests whether a guided meditation can help you feel less anxious and more comfortable during an endoscopy procedure. It may be a good fit if you are having an endoscopy for the first time and want a non-drug way to relax.
Gaziantep, ŞehitkamilAges 18 years+ - NCT07250984Enrolling by invitation
Treating stubborn facial pain
This trial tests a treatment for unusual facial pain that doesn't get better with standard care. It may help if you have facial pain and no psychiatric condition.
LjubljanaAges 18–75 - NCT07242872Enrolling by invitation
Screen addiction and pain after nose surgery
This trial looks at whether screen addiction affects pain levels after rhinoplasty (nose job). It will help doctors understand if screen habits influence recovery.
Tokat Province, Tokat ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07223580RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid use for pain after kidney stone surgery
This trial tests if giving a corticosteroid during ureteroscopy (a scope procedure to remove kidney or ureter stones) can reduce pain afterward. If you are having this surgery and are not already on steroids or strong pain medicines, this study may help manage your recovery.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07207083Enrolling by invitation
Can virtual reality exercise help restore body and mind in chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether doing exercises in a virtual reality (VR) environment can help people with chronic low back pain feel better both physically and mentally. You would use a VR headset to perform gentle movements and see how it affects your pain and fear of moving.
Seoul, SeoulAges 18–40 - NCT07163546Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle redesign for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a person-centered lifestyle program to help people with chronic low back pain learn new ways to manage daily activities and reduce pain. It may be a good fit if you have had low back pain for at least 3 months and are looking for non-surgical support.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65 - NCT07162311Enrolling by invitation
Home brain stimulation for rheumatoid arthritis pain
This trial tests if a gentle, home-based brain stimulation device (tDCS) can reduce chronic pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis who have low inflammation. It may offer a drug-free way to manage pain.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–70 - NCT07157709Enrolling by invitation
Pain management toolkit for nursing home residents
This trial tests a toolkit designed to help manage pain. It is for people living in a nursing home who have pain.
Graz, StyriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07153003Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Tramadol and oxycodone vs oxycodone alone for joint pain
This trial tests if taking two pain relievers (tramadol and oxycodone) together works better than oxycodone alone to control pain after knee or hip replacement surgery. It aims to find a more effective way to manage pain with fewer side effects.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07101172Enrolling by invitation
Stress ball for anxiety and pain during prostate biopsy
This study tests whether using a stress ball during a prostate biopsy can help reduce anxiety and pain. It may be an option if you are having your first biopsy and can squeeze a ball.
Çorum, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07090018Enrolling by invitation
A single session to help manage pain after C-section
This trial tests a one-time class (called Empowered Relief) for women who still have pain 6 weeks after a cesarean delivery. The goal is to see if this session helps reduce ongoing pain and improve recovery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07072559Enrolling by invitation
Can a dental game reduce pain and anxiety during kids' pulp treatment?
This study tests whether playing a dental-themed game on a mobile device can help children aged 4 to 7 feel less pain and anxiety during a pulpotomy (a procedure to treat deep cavities in baby teeth). It aims to make the dental visit easier for kids who are cooperative but may be nervous.
Al MansurahAges 4–7 - NCT07070245Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two therapies for plantar fasciitis pain
This study compares two hands-on treatments for plantar fasciitis: a technique using tools to massage the tissue and a method that involves holding the foot in a specific position. It aims to see which better reduces heel pain and improves movement.
Port Said, Port Said GovernorateAges 30–50 - NCT07062757Enrolling by invitation
Massage and melatonin for jaw surgery recovery
This study tests whether combining gentle lymphatic drainage massage with melatonin can reduce pain and swelling after jaw surgery. If you are scheduled for jaw surgery for the first time and are otherwise healthy, you may be able to join.
Istanbul, FatihAges 16–55 - NCT07054450Enrolling by invitation
Assessment and rehabilitation for chronic pinched nerve in the neck
This trial tests a program of assessment and rehabilitation (including physical exercise and possibly a nutraceutical supplement) for people with chronic cervical radiculopathy — a pinched nerve in the neck causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the arm. It may help reduce pain and improve function without surgery.
CraiovaAges 50–79 - NCT07051265Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief for head and neck cancer patients using TENS or acupressure
This study compares two non-drug methods—TENS (a mild electrical device) and acupressure (gentle finger pressure on specific points)—to help manage pain in people with head and neck cancer. If you have cancer-related pain and need medication, you may be able to join.
Kaohsiung CityAges 20–100 - NCT07046143Enrolling by invitation
Spinal cord stimulation for nerve pain in the lower back
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment that uses mild electrical stimulation on the skin over the spine to help relieve nerve-related pain in the lower back. It may be an option for people with chronic nerve pain, with or without pain spreading down the leg.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–80 - NCT07027631Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two treatments for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether magnesium sulfate iontophoresis (a method that uses a mild electrical current to deliver medicine through the skin) or extracorporeal shockwave therapy (sound waves applied to the neck) works better for long-term neck pain caused by trigger points in the upper shoulder muscle.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT07023692Enrolling by invitation
Using visual and sound tricks to ease pain and worry during a bone marrow test
This trial tests whether watching a video or listening to sounds can help reduce pain and anxiety during a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy. It's for adults who are either healthy volunteers or patients without a blood cancer diagnosis, and who need this test at the clinic in Lund, Sweden.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07005375Enrolling by invitation
Hot mineral water baths for rowers' pain and performance
This trial tests whether bathing in thermal mineral water can reduce pain and improve performance in rowers. It is open to competitive and recreational rowers who train regularly.
Budapest, BudapestAges 14–75 - NCT06982456Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck pain in physiotherapy students
This study tests if manual therapy techniques help students with localized neck pain feel better. It focuses on pain in the upper shoulder muscle.
MurciaAges 18–40 - NCT06978335Enrolling by invitation
Acupoint stimulation for better wound pain relief after surgery
This study tests if gentle stimulation of acupoints (like acupressure or a small device) can ease pain from a surgical wound. It is for adults who are having a surgery with a long incision and will be using a pain pump afterward.
Taipei, Peitou DistAges 18 years+ - NCT06962982Enrolling by invitation
VR therapy for neck pain in computer users
This study tests if short-term virtual reality exercises and ergonomic training can reduce neck pain, improve neck movement and strength, and boost work productivity in people who use computers for long hours.
AjmanAges 18–60
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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.