Clinical trials
Physical Exercise clinical trials
Below are recruiting physical exercise clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 335 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06338774Recruiting
Can cognitive training boost physical activity in midlife adults?
This study tests whether combining cognitive training with aerobic exercise can help 'low active' adults aged 40–65 become more physically active. Participants will do both brain games and exercise to see if this combo improves adherence.
Iowa City, IowaAges 40–65 - NCT07365917Recruiting
Core exercise for neck nerve pain
This study tests whether core stabilization exercises (exercises to strengthen your trunk and back) can help reduce pain and improve function in people with cervical radiculopathy (a pinched nerve in the neck that causes arm pain and numbness). If you're between 35 and 50, have had neck pain for over six weeks, and your symptoms fit, you may be eligible.
GizaAges 35–50 - NCT06875817Recruiting
Feldenkrais exercises for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests if gentle, slow Feldenkrais movement exercises can reduce knee pain and improve mobility in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who are still able to walk and get up from the floor, but are experiencing significant pain.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT07718113Recruiting
Exercise Snacking and Heart Health
This study tests whether short 'exercise snacks' (brief bursts of activity throughout the day) can improve your heart and metabolic health. It's for people who are currently not very active and want to see if small, frequent exercise breaks can make a difference.
River Falls, WisconsinAges 18–60 - NCT07626086Recruiting
Pilates exercises to improve balance and quality of life after kidney transplant
This study tests whether pilates exercises can help kidney transplant patients improve their balance, reduce fatigue, and feel better overall. You would do pilates workouts over several weeks while researchers track how you feel and function.
Damanhur, BeheiraAges 20–50 - NCT07002983Recruiting
Shoulder exercises to help after mastectomy
This study is testing whether special exercises that retrain how you control your shoulder muscles can help reduce pain and improve movement after mastectomy. It is for women who had breast cancer surgery in the last few months and are now having shoulder problems.
GizaAges 40–55 - NCT06107842Recruiting
Exercise program for older veterans' memory and thinking
This study tests whether an exercise program called Gerofit can help improve memory and thinking in older Veterans. If you join, you will take part in supervised exercise sessions to see how it affects your brain health.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06971016Recruiting
Mobilization and balance exercises for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests whether a special hands-on technique (Mulligan mobilization) combined with balance exercises can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move easier. It's for people with mild to moderate knee OA who can walk without help.
Karachi, SindhAges 40 years+ - NCT06983899Recruiting
Exercise to boost immunity during lung cancer immunotherapy
This trial tests whether a supervised exercise program can help improve immune activity and treatment outcomes for people with non-small cell lung cancer who are already on immunotherapy. It is designed for people who are not currently very active.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT07789457Recruiting
Exercise program for children with autism and sleep problems
This study tests an exercise program for children with autism who have trouble sleeping. The goal is to see if regular exercise can improve sleep and overall well-being.
TaipeiAges 4–10 - NCT07667556Recruiting
Frozen shoulder treatment: gentle movement, pain education, and core exercises
This study tests whether a combination of gentle joint movement techniques, pain education, and core-strengthening exercises can help people with frozen shoulder move better and feel less pain. It may be a good fit if you have been diagnosed with frozen shoulder and are looking for a drug-free treatment option.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06867692Recruiting
Aerobic exercise for kids with mild cognitive impairment
This trial tests if aerobic exercise helps kids with mild cognitive impairment do better at two tasks at once and improve their motor skills. It could help your child think and move more easily.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 7–12 - NCT07438223Recruiting
Brain gym exercises for balance in children with spastic diplegia
This study tests whether simple 'brain gym' exercises can help children with spastic diplegia (a type of cerebral palsy) improve their balance and quality of life. It could be a good option if you have mild muscle stiffness and are between 6 and 8 years old.
Cairo, Faculty of Physical TherapyAges 6–8 - NCT07819565Recruiting
Pork protein for firefighter recovery
This study tests whether eating pork protein helps firefighters recover faster after physically demanding fireground simulations. If you join, you'll eat provided meals and avoid certain pain relievers before testing, so we can see how your body responds.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT07787741Recruiting
Cervical Epidural Injection for Chronic Neck Pain
This study tests a cervical epidural block (an injection into the neck area) as a treatment for chronic neck pain. It aims to see if this injection can help reduce pain in people with nerve-related neck pain.
Adapazarı, SakaryaAges 18–55 - NCT07734051Enrolling by invitation
Mobilization for kneecap pain
This trial tests if adding a groin-area mobilization to foot mobilization helps with kneecap (patellofemoral) pain. It may be for you if you have one-sided kneecap pain for at least 3 months, especially when climbing stairs, squatting, or sitting for long periods.
Fāqūs, SharkeyaAges 18–40 - NCT07630350Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Young People With Chronic Pain
This study tests whether wearing virtual reality goggles can help young people (ages 7–21) manage chronic pain in their neck, shoulders, or arms. Researchers want to see if VR activities can reduce pain and improve daily life.
Allison Park, PennsylvaniaAges 7–21 - NCT06793865Recruiting
Stimulation for ankle muscles to improve balance after stroke
This study tests a type of electrical stimulation, called Russian current, on the front shin muscles to see if it helps stroke patients stand steadier and lower their risk of falling.
MinyaAges 40–55 - NCT07461194Recruiting
Broccoli sprout drink timing for better exercise performance
This study looks at whether taking a drink made from broccoli sprouts at a specific time can improve your endurance performance. If you are a trained cyclist or runner, you might get a boost from this natural supplement.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18–50 - NCT07430943Recruiting
Adding street racket to lung rehab
This trial tests if playing Street Racket (a simple sport similar to tennis) is possible and enjoyable for people already in pulmonary rehabilitation. You would play while wearing a portable oxygen backpack.
ZurichAges Any age - NCT07379970Recruiting
Wearable devices and coaching for adults with central obesity
This study tests whether wearing a fitness tracker and getting health coaching by phone or video can help adults with central obesity become more active and improve their heart health. It lasts for 6 months and is run by the University of Hong Kong.
Hong KongAges 40 years+ - NCT06955117Recruiting
McKenzie vs manual therapy for low back pain
This study compares two physical therapy methods to see which works better for low back pain that has lasted more than 4 weeks. It could help you find a more effective treatment without surgery or strong medication.
Malakand, KPKAges 35–45 - NCT07040605Recruiting
Neck exercises for chronic pain
This study tests a special set of exercises for your neck muscles to help with chronic neck pain. It focuses on strengthening deep muscles and improving how your body senses neck movement.
Cairo, Giza GovernorateAges 20–40 - NCT06845436Recruiting
Interval and strength training for high blood pressure
This trial tests whether combining intense interval training with strength training can help middle-aged men with high blood pressure and obesity improve their health. You may benefit if you are a man between 40 and 60, have stage 1 or 2 hypertension, and are not currently active.
Riyadh, AlkharjAges 40–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for physical exercise?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 335 recruiting physical exercise 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 physical exercise 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 physical exercise 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.