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
- NCT07507799Recruiting
Comparing low vs standard dose block for gallbladder surgery
This trial tests two different amounts of a numbing medicine (local anesthetic) given during gallbladder removal surgery. The goal is to see if a lower dose works just as well for pain control.
El Fayoum Qesm, Faiyum GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT06593977Recruiting
Dynavisc gel for pain after repeat carpal tunnel surgery
This trial tests a gel called Dynavisc to see if it reduces pain when placed in the wrist during a second surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. It may help people who still have pain after their first surgery.
Leuven, BelgiumAges 18–65 - NCT07072286Recruiting
Regional anesthesia for pelvic fracture pain relief
This study tests whether regional anesthesia techniques, which numb the area around your pelvic fracture, can better manage your pain while you wait for surgery. It aims to see if these methods improve pain relief and reduce the need for other pain medicines.
TurinAges 18 years+ - NCT07787221Recruiting
Pain relief blocks after kidney removal surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after surgery to remove a kidney. If you are having this surgery, the results may help your doctors choose the best way to manage your pain.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07796399RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing two pain blocks for children after chest surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which provides better pain relief for children after chest surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and improve recovery.
Cairo, EgyptAges 5–18 - NCT07331441Recruiting
Nerve block for pain relief after major upper abdominal surgery
This trial tests a nerve block given near the ribs to see if it reduces pain after surgeries like gastric, liver, gallbladder, or pancreatic surgery. It may help you need less pain medicine after the operation.
ShanghaiAges 18–85 - NCT07672418Recruiting
Pain relief after tonsil surgery: ibuprofen vs. ketorolac
This study compares two common pain relievers (ketorolac and ibuprofen) given after tonsil/adenoid surgery in teenagers. It aims to see which works better while keeping side effects low.
Houston, TexasAges 13–18 - NCT07210515RecruitingPhase 3
Testing Ambros Therapy for Early CRPS
This trial tests if an intravenous medicine called AMBTX-01 (neridronate) can help people with early-stage Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) type 1. It focuses on those whose affected limb feels warm, looks red, and is swollen.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07797309Enrolling by invitation
Privacy drape for vaginal exams
This study tests a special drape that helps keep you covered and private during a vaginal exam. It may make the exam feel more comfortable and respectful.
OsmaniyeAges 18 years+ - NCT07789548RecruitingPhase 4
Lower dose neck block for thyroid surgery
This study compares two doses of a numbing medicine injected near the nerves in your neck before thyroid surgery. The goal is to see if a lower dose provides enough pain relief with fewer side effects, such as affecting your breathing.
AsyutAges 18–65 - NCT07795697Recruiting
Remote rehab after spine surgery
This trial tests whether doing physical therapy at home using video calls or an app helps you recover as well as in-person rehab after spine surgery. It could make it easier for you to get the care you need without traveling.
KuopioAges 20–85 - NCT07794475RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Trimetazidine for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests whether the drug trimetazidine can improve nerve damage symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic neuropathy. It also looks at how the drug affects a substance in the blood called endothelin-1, which may be involved in nerve damage.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07794527Recruiting
Nerve blocks to improve recovery after heart bypass surgery
This study tests whether giving multiple nerve blocks (numbing injections near nerves) during off-pump heart bypass surgery can improve your recovery and pain control. It aims to see if these blocks help you feel better and recover faster after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07181434Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain relief during leg artery repair
This trial tests whether using a virtual reality headset during a leg artery repair procedure can reduce pain. If you have peripheral artery disease and are having a minimally invasive leg artery surgery under local anesthesia with sedation, you may be able to participate.
PoitiersAges 18 years+ - NCT07594041Recruiting
Videos for heart care education in children
This study tests whether short educational videos help caregivers of children with heart conditions understand their child's diagnosis and care plan better than standard spoken information alone.
San Antonio, TexasAges Up to 18 years - NCT07132775Recruiting
Full-body electrical stimulation suit for spasticity and pain
This study tests a full-body suit that delivers gentle electrical pulses to help reduce muscle stiffness, spasms, and pain in people with conditions like multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, or other neurological problems. It may help with movement and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–75 - NCT05722002RecruitingPhase 4
Compare pain-med plans after low-risk surgery
This study tests which pain-medication plan works best and has the fewest side effects after certain low-risk surgeries. You may be assigned to receive opioid-based, NSAID-based, or acetaminophen-based pain control depending on your situation.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07792044Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief after shoulder surgery
This study tests a numbing medicine injected near the shoulder to see if it gives better pain relief after arthroscopic shoulder surgery than the standard approach. It might help you recover with less pain and fewer side effects.
Jiaxing, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07451769Recruiting
Testing a new drug target for migraine relief
This trial tests a substance that activates adrenomedullin receptors, which may be a new way to treat migraines. It may help people who have migraines without aura and aren't on preventive migraine medications.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07308834RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Knee injection study for moderate to severe osteoarthritis pain
This study tests a new knee injection called CX-011 to see if it can reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may be a good option if you have tried other treatments without enough relief.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40–75 - NCT07790874Recruiting
Eye exercises for neck-related dizziness
This trial tests whether eye exercises can help reduce dizziness and neck pain in people with chronic neck-related dizziness that started without an injury. It may help you if your dizziness has lasted for at least 3 months and is linked to your neck.
Faisalābad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07790328Recruiting
Long-term safety of the IntraSPINE implant for low back pain
This study checks how safe and effective the IntraSPINE implant is over time for people with low back pain from degenerative discs. The implant is placed in your spine to support it, and this trial helps see if it continues working well for years.
SaranAges 18 years+ - NCT07790471Recruiting
Recovery checklists after cesarean delivery
This study looks at how following a recovery plan after a planned cesarean birth affects how well mothers feel and recover. It involves filling out questionnaires before and after the surgery to track your recovery.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18 years+ - NCT07707401Recruiting
WeChat neck exercises for recovery after thyroid surgery
This study tests whether simple neck exercises, guided through the WeChat app, can help you recover more quickly after thyroid surgery. If you have no serious complications and don't have neck problems, you may be able to join.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 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.