Clinical trials
Physical Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting physical therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 324 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07127783Recruiting
Physical therapy after endometriosis surgery
This study looks at whether starting physical therapy soon after endometriosis surgery helps with recovery and pelvic pain. You may be able to join if you are having surgery for endometriosis (but not a hysterectomy), have had pelvic pain for at least 6 months, and have high-tone pelvic floor dysfunction (tight pelvic muscles found during an exam).
Portland, OregonAges 18–50 - NCT06502951Recruiting
Treatment for headache and neck pain after whiplash
This study tests if combining spinal manipulation and dry needling can reduce headache and neck pain in people who have had whiplash from a car accident. It may help if you've had symptoms for more than 4 weeks.
Montgomery, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT04609709Recruiting
Physical therapy plus electrical dry needling for tension headaches
This trial tests whether specific physical therapy treatments—exercise, manual soft-tissue work, mobilization, and electrical dry needling/TENS—can reduce tension-type headaches. It may help if your headaches happen often and fit the trial’s “frequent” or “chronic” pattern.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 18–65 - NCT03968614Recruiting
Needling plus exercises for Achilles tendon pain
This trial studies whether electrical “deep needling” (a clinician inserts very thin needles and uses electricity) added to stretching and exercises can reduce Achilles tendon pain. It’s mainly for people with Achilles tendinopathy that started at least 3 months ago.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18 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+ - NCT06710002Recruiting
Home program for sexual pain in menopause
This trial tests a home-based therapy program (telerehabilitation) designed to reduce pain during sex and improve sexual function in menopausal women. The program involves exercises and guidance you can do from home without needing to visit a clinic.
Barcelona, SpainAges 45–65 - NCT07051057Enrolling by invitation
Oral health and diet of Sinai U students
This study looks at the oral hygiene and eating habits of physical therapy and pharmacy students at Sinai University. It aims to understand how these habits affect their health, which may help improve student wellness programs.
Ismailia, EgyptAges 16–25 - 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 - NCT07025668Recruiting
Different exercises for biceps tendon shoulder pain
This trial compares different exercise approaches to treat long-term pain in the biceps tendon of the shoulder. It aims to find which types of movement help relieve pain and improve function for people with certain shoulder conditions.
AnkaraAges 18–50 - NCT07017517Recruiting
Exercise therapy for weakness after sepsis in the ICU
This trial tests whether adding physical therapy early in the ICU can help people with sepsis regain strength and reduce muscle weakness. It focuses on patients who need a breathing tube for at least a week and have a high level of organ failure.
Santiago, Metropolitan RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT05805410Recruiting
Trunk therapy in children with spastic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how special trunk (core) exercises or positioning affect movement and muscle control in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). It may help families understand which trunk-focused interventions improve function and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4–12 - 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 - NCT06965595Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy after gynecological abdominal surgery
This trial tests different physiotherapy methods to see which helps most with recovery after gynecological abdominal surgery. It may be a good fit if you've recently had a hysterectomy or similar surgery and want to improve your recovery.
KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06953375Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for faster recovery after knee replacement
This study tests if adding a gentle electrical stimulation (called NMES) to standard physical therapy helps people recover strength faster after knee replacement surgery. It is for patients who go to specific UCHealth or Intermountain Health therapy clinics after their first total knee replacement.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06927869Enrolling by invitation
Pully exercise for managing muscle stiffness
This trial tests whether special pulley-based exercises can reduce muscle stiffness (spasticity) in children. Children with mild spasticity (grade 1 on a standard scale) who can follow instructions may participate.
TantaAges 5–10 - NCT06925425Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for arm skills in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests if a special electrical stimulation therapy, used during specific tasks, can improve arm and hand control in children with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. It aims to help kids with moderate to severe motor challenges gain better use of their upper limbs.
Alexandria, EgyptAges 2–6 - NCT06930716Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation with physical therapy for consciousness disorders
This trial tests whether a mild electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve (a nerve in the neck) can help people with long-term disorders of consciousness move better during physical therapy. It may be an option if you are still in a coma, vegetative, or minimally conscious state and have been stable for more than 6 weeks.
New York, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT04552145Recruiting
Physical therapy versus surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis
This study compares physical therapy to surgery to help relieve symptoms from narrowing in the lower spine. It looks at which treatment works best for walking discomfort caused by spinal stenosis.
LillehammerAges 50–80 - NCT06911671Recruiting
VR and brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests a combination of virtual reality therapy and brain stimulation to help people recover arm movement after a stroke. It uses a special interface controlled by muscle signals and applies stimulation to the cerebellum to improve motor control.
Roma, RomeAges 18–80 - NCT06886386Enrolling by invitation
Nerve stimulation and physical therapy for spinal cord injury
This trial is testing whether a gentle electrical current (tsDCS) applied to the back of the head, along with physical therapy, can help improve movement and function in people with an incomplete spinal cord injury that happened more than a year ago.
Recife, PernambucoAges 18–55 - NCT06869343Recruiting
Early vs. Late Rehab After Shoulder Replacement for Fracture
This study compares starting shoulder rehab early (2 weeks after surgery) versus at the standard time after a reverse total shoulder replacement for a broken shoulder. It aims to see which approach helps you recover better.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 50–85 - NCT06873113Recruiting
Blood flow therapy for shoulder pain
This study tests a new type of physical therapy that uses a blood pressure cuff to gently limit blood flow to the arm during exercise. It may help people with shoulder pain from subacromial impingement (a common cause of shoulder pain) regain function.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT06836934Enrolling by invitation
Knee brace vs. wedge for osteoarthritis
This study compares two non-surgical options—a soft knee brace vs. a lateral wedge shoe insert—to see which better relieves pain and improves function in people with knee osteoarthritis. If you're between 40 and 60 and have pain on one side of your knee, this study may help you find better relief.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 40–60 - NCT06807229Enrolling by invitation
Core exercises vs. standard therapy for period-related back pain
This study compares core-strengthening exercises with standard physical therapy to see which works better for easing low back pain during your period. If you have painful cramps that affect your lower back, this trial may help find a treatment that works for you.
Gamasah, Al ManşūrahAges 18–35
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for physical therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 324 recruiting physical therapy 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 therapy 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 therapy 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.