Clinical trials
Physical Function clinical trials
Below are recruiting physical function clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 196 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04173715Recruiting
Study measuring movement and behavior in older adults
This study checks how well you move and how you behave during simple tasks. It may help researchers understand physical function and activity patterns in older adults.
ToledoAges 65 years+ - NCT06819930Enrolling by invitation
Fibromyalgia fitness study for women aged 30-64
This study measures the functional capacity (daily movement and activity) of women with fibromyalgia compared to women without the condition. It helps understand how fibromyalgia affects physical fitness.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 30–64 - NCT06098716Recruiting
Family physical activity program for parents and kids
This study helps families become more active together. It focuses on parents and children who are not currently getting enough physical activity.
Victoria, British ColumbiaAges 6–12 - NCT07543614Recruiting
Frame Running for Kids and Teens With Movement Challenges
This study looks at whether Frame Running—a special bike activity—helps children and teens with cerebral palsy or other movement disabilities stay active and involved in their communities. Researchers want to see if regular Frame Running training improves participation and exercise for young people.
Odense, Region SyddanmarkAges 8–18 - NCT06788054Enrolling by invitation
Exercise during dialysis for fitness and survival
This study tests whether adding exercise during your dialysis sessions can improve your physical fitness, body composition, and survival. If you are on hemodialysis and meet the health criteria, you would either exercise while on the machine or receive standard care.
León, GuanajuatoAges 18–50 - NCT06554717RecruitingPhase 2
Tesamorelin and exercise for physical function in HIV
This study tests whether adding tesamorelin to an exercise program helps older adults with HIV improve their physical function and reduce belly fat. It is designed for people who are mostly sedentary and show early signs of frailty.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 50–80 - NCT07227623Recruiting
Digital health program to help lung cancer survivors get active
This trial tests a digital health tool to help lung cancer patients improve their physical function and wellness during and after treatment. It is designed for people with early-stage lung cancer who are starting treatment with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04708613Recruiting
Brain testing study for former football players and controls
This study looks at how the brain and thinking may be affected by playing professional football, using brain scans and thinking tests. It also compares former players with similar men who did not play organized football beyond high school.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 29–59 - NCT07349706Recruiting
Breathing exercise for dementia risk reduction
This trial tests a simple breathing exercise done for about 5–10 minutes each day for 8 weeks. It aims to see if this exercise can reduce your risk of dementia. If you are between 60 and 80 years old and have at least one risk factor for dementia, this study may be a fit for you.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 60–80 - NCT07449078Recruiting
Cognitive functional therapy for chronic ankle sprain
This trial tests a type of talk therapy that teaches you new ways to move and think about your ankle. It may help people who have ongoing pain or instability from an old sprain.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06196008Recruiting
Exercise coaching for older adults having lung cancer surgery and their caregivers
This study tests if a telephone-based physical activity coach helps older adults (65+) recover better after lung cancer surgery compared to self-monitored activity. Caregivers can also join to learn how to support their loved one and improve their own well-being.
Davis, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07274748Recruiting
High-intensity interval training vs functional training for stroke recovery
This study compares two types of exercise training to see which one better improves heart health, movement, and thinking skills in people who have had a stroke. It is for those who had a moderate stroke more than 6 months ago and can walk with some help.
Daska Kalan, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–75 - NCT07464106Recruiting
Tricuspid valve treatment study for older adults
This study tests if a less invasive tricuspid valve repair or replacement can protect kidney function and improve physical activity in older adults with severe tricuspid valve leakage.
StuttgartAges 18 years+ - NCT06163261Recruiting
Personalized exercise for pituitary tumor recovery
This study tests whether a personalized physical activity plan can improve well-being for people who have had surgery for a non-functioning pituitary adenoma. It aims to see if exercise helps with recovery and quality of life.
Gothenburg, Västra Götaland CountyAges 18–75 - NCT07666685Recruiting
Beetroot Extract for Health in Adults 75+
This study looks at whether taking beetroot extract can help improve quality of life and daily function in adults 75 and older. You will be asked to take the extract and complete simple health questionnaires.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 75 years+ - NCT07597980Recruiting
Exercise and diet program to strengthen muscles in older adults
This study tests whether a lifestyle program combining exercise and nutrition can help adults over 50 improve their muscle strength and function. You'll work with researchers to see if this approach helps with mobility and overall health.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 50 years+ - NCT05999370Recruiting
Pre-surgery exercise and nutrition for older colorectal cancer patients
This trial tests whether exercise and nutrition support before surgery can help older colorectal cancer patients who are weak or malnourished. If you are 65 or older, scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery, and have trouble walking or eating well, this study may be for you.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT03541135Enrolling by invitation
Study of heart health, diet, and activity in older adults
This study looks at heart health, food, and physical functioning in people age 65 and older living in Madrid. It may help researchers understand how lifestyle affects aging and cardiovascular wellbeing.
MadridAges 65–95 - NCT07457437Recruiting
Exercise and medication for weight loss in women
This study tests whether adding resistance exercise to a new weight-loss medication helps women preserve muscle while losing weight. It may be an option for women who want to protect their muscle mass during treatment.
Exeter, DevonAges 25–50 - NCT06938568Recruiting
Personalized back training for low back pain
This study tests a personalized back exercise program for people with long-lasting low back pain that limits their daily activities. The goal is to see if it helps improve physical function and reduce pain.
Lucerne, Canton of LucerneAges 18–65 - NCT06876090Recruiting
Sarcopenia study in women with gestational diabetes
This trial looks at muscle health (sarcopenia) in women who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. It aims to understand how gestational diabetes might affect muscle mass and function.
ViennaAges 35 years+ - NCT06672328Recruiting
Can watching movements boost function in kids with CP?
This study tests whether watching and then practicing movements (action observation training) can improve everyday functional skills in children with spastic cerebral palsy. It could help children move better and more independently.
IslamabadAges 5–12 - NCT06089083Recruiting
Helping gynecologic cancer patients with frailty recover function
This study tests a program to help gynecologic cancer patients who are frail improve their physical function and quality of life during treatment. It aims to see if extra support can help you stay stronger and recover better.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07081269Recruiting
Fitness and thinking skills in Alzheimer's risk
This study looks at how physical fitness relates to thinking skills (like planning and focus) in people who may be at risk for Alzheimer's. You would do some simple fitness tests and thinking tasks to help researchers understand if staying fit can protect your brain.
TaipeiAges 50–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for physical function?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 196 recruiting physical function 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 function 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 function 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.