Clinical trials
Patient Comprehension clinical trials
Below are recruiting patient comprehension clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 143 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07505719Recruiting
AI vs. original education for parents
This trial tests whether AI-simplified educational materials help parents understand their child's condition better than the original materials. It includes parents of children treated at Hospital for Special Surgery.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06761534Enrolling by invitation
Screening tool for health in older cancer patients
This study is developing a simple screening tool to help doctors better understand the overall health and needs of older cancer patients (65+). It aims to make sure elderly patients get the right support during cancer treatment.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 65 years+ - NCT06859216Recruiting
Testing AI-made plain language summaries for eye clinic notes
This study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) to create easy-to-read summaries of your eye doctor's notes helps people better understand their eye care. If you are an English-speaking patient at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04782284Recruiting
Swallowing therapy for people with MSA and swallowing trouble
This study tests a comprehensive swallowing rehabilitation program for people with MSA (a nervous system condition) who have trouble swallowing. If you qualify, you may get structured swallowing therapy aimed at improving how safely you swallow.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07391904Enrolling by invitation
Testing lab result communication for older adults
This study tests a tool designed to help older adults understand their lab results more easily. Researchers want to see if the tool improves patient understanding and engagement.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05150249Recruiting
Study of older adults after hip fracture treated in hospitals
This is an observational study that follows people age 65 and older after a hip (femur) fracture to learn about their care and outcomes in participating hospitals. It won’t test a new treatment, but your participation may help improve future care for older patients.
BaggiovaraAges 65 years+ - NCT06995378Recruiting
Study on prediabetes risk tools at UCLA
This study tests a tool that uses your electronic health records to identify older adults with prediabetes. It aims to help doctors better manage risk and prevent diabetes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06161987Recruiting
Early rehab for acute heart failure
This study tests whether starting a tailored exercise and education program early in the hospital can help people with acute heart failure recover faster and feel better. It includes walking, breathing exercises, and support to get you back to daily activities.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06634810Recruiting
Home-based coaching for COPD self-management
This study tests a home-based coaching program called SAMBA-COPD to help people with COPD manage their symptoms and stick with their medications. You'll work with a coach who will support you in building skills to feel better and have fewer flare-ups.
New York, New YorkAges 40 years+ - NCT07222618Recruiting
Selfie videos to measure function in MS
This trial asks people with MS to record short 'selfie' videos of themselves doing everyday tasks, like walking or getting dressed. The goal is to find a better, more personal way to measure how MS affects daily function.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05860400Recruiting
Testing add-on treatment to calm artery inflammation after heart procedures
This study looks at whether a comprehensive add-on treatment—starting with immune medicine and then a heart procedure when needed—can improve outcomes for people whose coronary artery disease is getting worse quickly. It focuses on cases where inflammation is likely driving new artery blockages or worsening chest pain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07173985Recruiting
Mailed colon cancer screening in Appalachia
This trial sends home a stool-based screening test to people in Appalachian counties. It aims to find the best way to help more people get screened for colon cancer.
Columbus, OhioAges 45–74 - NCT07209176Recruiting
Why men may not get genetic testing for prostate cancer
This study looks at why some men with metastatic prostate cancer do or don't get a genetic test called NGS. It aims to find barriers to testing, so doctors can better help patients in the future.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07519811Recruiting
Plain-Language Summaries for Blood and Cancer Patient Letters
This study tests whether simplified, easy-to-read versions of your hospital discharge letters help you better understand your diagnosis and treatment plan. Researchers will ask you questions about the letter to see if the plain-language version works better than the standard medical version.
Munich, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT07103317Recruiting
Understanding heart blood flow in chest pain without blockages
This study looks at people who have chest pain but don't have major blockages in their heart arteries. It aims to understand how the tiny blood vessels and artery spasms might be causing symptoms, using special heart tests.
Prague, Česká RepublikaAges 18 years+ - NCT05323409Recruiting
Better overall care for certain cancer patients
This study looks at how to improve day-to-day support and coordination between cancer doctors and primary care doctors for people with certain early cancers. It may help if you have other ongoing health problems (like diabetes or high blood pressure) or lifestyle factors that need ongoing management during cancer treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05887856Enrolling by invitation
Educational program to reduce pre-surgery anxiety in breast cancer
This trial tests whether a specially designed educational program can lower anxiety before breast surgery. It may help you feel more prepared and calmer leading up to the operation.
LahoreAges 18–70 - NCT07541365Recruiting
Wearable Sensors to Track Health in Cancer Trials
This study tests whether patients in early-phase cancer trials can comfortably use smartwatches and phone apps to track their health and report how they're feeling. The goal is to see if these tools can help doctors better understand how cancer treatments affect daily life.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05978128Recruiting
Use advocates to boost lung cancer screening
This trial tests whether trained advocates and supporters can help people who are eligible for lung cancer screening actually get screened. It may help you (and others) by making screening easier to plan and complete.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40–80 - NCT05805722Recruiting
Tobacco quit program for cancer patients and recent quitters
This study offers a structured tobacco-cessation program for people with a history of cancer who currently use tobacco or quit recently. It tests approaches to help you stop using tobacco and stay quit while you’re getting care or recovering.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07565532Recruiting
Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment Study With Radiation
This study follows patients with small cell lung cancer who receive radiation therapy combined with other treatments. Researchers will track how well the treatment works and how patients respond over time to help improve future care.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06860425Recruiting
Mobile app to help cancer patients with diet and activity
This study tests a mobile app designed to help cancer patients manage their diet, nutrition, and physical activity during and after radiation treatment. The app sends reminders and tips to support healthy habits, which may help you feel better and stay stronger during treatment.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05334940Recruiting
Care program for children and teens with multiple allergies
This trial is for people with moderate to severe allergic diseases who are about to start a biologic medicine (a targeted allergy treatment). It also looks at people who have more than one allergy condition, aiming to improve coordinated care across allergy problems.
BerlinAges 6 years+ - NCT06628141Recruiting
Nutrition support for cancer patients to improve quality of life
This study tests whether personalized nutrition advice can help people with cancer feel better and have a better quality of life. You would work with a nutrition expert to get a plan tailored to your needs.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for patient comprehension?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 143 recruiting patient comprehension 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 patient comprehension 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 patient comprehension 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.