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
- NCT06795243Recruiting
Physical therapy for endometriosis and exercise adherence
This study tests whether physical therapy (exercise for your muscles) can help with endometriosis symptoms and how well people stick with the program. If you have endometriosis and can do light strength exercises, you may be able to join.
SevilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06795230Recruiting
Arm exercise with blood flow cuffs for MS
This study tests a type of arm exercise that uses a blood pressure cuff to limit blood flow, aiming to improve arm function in people with multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have some arm weakness but no recent relapses or blood clotting issues.
Leganés, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT04999904Recruiting
Balance training on uneven treadmill for unstable ankles
This study tests a special balance and movement training program on an uneven treadmill to improve ankle stability. It may help people whose ankles “give way” or keep getting sprained, but it requires specific timing after an ankle sprain and the ability to attend sessions for about 6 weeks.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18–49 - NCT06755697Recruiting
Comparing injection methods for knee osteoarthritis
This trial compares two ways to give dextrose injections for knee osteoarthritis: one into the joint space and one guided by MRI into the tissues around the knee. It aims to see which approach works better for pain and function.
TaipeiAges 45–80 - NCT06733480Recruiting
Band Connect for physical therapy after shoulder surgery
This study tests a new physical therapy tool called Band Connect, which may help people follow their rehab exercises better after shoulder surgery. Researchers want to see if it improves satisfaction and recovery outcomes.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–89 - NCT06662955Recruiting
Exercise with sound cues after ACL reconstruction
This study tests if adding sounds (like a metronome beat) to your rehab exercises helps your leg muscles work better after ACL reconstruction. It is for athletes who had their ACL surgery within the past 2 weeks and are ready to start moving.
Salaya, Changwat Nakhon PathomAges 18–35 - NCT06653985Recruiting
Hip injection plus physical therapy for mild hip problems
This trial tests a combination of a steroid and lubricant injection into the hip joint plus physical therapy to treat mild hip arthritis or related issues like a labral tear. It aims to see if this approach can reduce pain and improve function without surgery.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 40–60 - NCT06567496Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for mental health and success in PT students
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can help Physical Therapy students feel better mentally and do better in school. If you are a PT student at Belmont University and free from certain health issues that VR might affect, you may be able to join.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06527469Enrolling by invitation
Group therapy for kids ages 7-17
This study tests a group therapy program for children ages 7 to 17 who are already in the emPOWER program. The goal is to help with strength, coordination, and social skills through fun activities.
Columbia, MissouriAges 7–17 - NCT06424522Recruiting
Enema program for bowel problems after rectal cancer surgery
This trial tests a special enema program to help people with ongoing bowel problems (called LARS) after rectal cancer surgery. If standard treatments haven't worked, this program might offer a new way to manage symptoms like urgency and leakage.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06370325Recruiting
Electrical stimulation after ankle fracture surgery
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation device placed on the skin around the ankle can help recovery after ankle fracture surgery. It may reduce pain, swelling, and healing time.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06366269Recruiting
Acupuncture first for bladder pain syndrome
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help relieve pain and pressure from bladder pain syndrome (also called interstitial cystitis). Researchers want to see if using acupuncture early can improve symptoms better than usual care.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–89 - NCT06299683Recruiting
Pain type and bladder pain syndrome treatment study
This study is testing if the type of pain you feel can help predict which treatments work best for interstitial cystitis (a condition that causes bladder pain and pressure). It may help match you with more effective care.
Franklin, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06316349Recruiting
Leg exercises and electrical stimulation for balloon pump patients
This study tests if leg exercises and mild electrical stimulation can help people who have a balloon pump in their leg artery. It aims to see if these treatments improve strength and recovery while the pump is in place.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06254794Recruiting
Blood flow restriction rehab after Achilles tendon repair
This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after Achilles tendon repair surgery. You may be a good fit if you had a PARS or open repair and plan to rehab at a Methodist Hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06202443Recruiting
Physical therapy timing after neck surgery
This study looks at whether starting physical therapy soon after ACDF neck surgery helps people recover better. It compares early physical therapy to standard care.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18–75 - NCT06104397Enrolling by invitation
Exercise strategies for Parkinson's disease
This study compares different exercise plans to see which works best for people with Parkinson's. You will use an activity tracker and a phone app to track your progress.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–89 - NCT06095050Recruiting
Embolization for chronic shoulder pain
This trial tests a procedure called embolization to treat long-lasting shoulder pain that hasn't improved with other treatments like physical therapy or injections. The goal is to see if blocking certain blood vessels can reduce pain and improve function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT05994833Recruiting
Virtual physical therapy for injured runners
This study tests whether virtual physical therapy sessions can help runners with long-lasting injuries like runner's knee or Achilles tendinitis. You would join online therapy for a month instead of in-person visits, and they will check how you improve.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–65 - NCT05702749Recruiting
Vestibular physical therapy before treatment for acoustic tumors
This trial tests whether physical therapy focused on balance and dizziness before surgery or targeted radiation (SRS) can improve how people with vestibular schwannoma (an acoustic tumor) feel and function. It aims to help prepare your balance system before treatment begins.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT05526417Recruiting
Prehab program before treatment for deep leg soft tissue cancer
This trial tests an individualized “prehab” program (exercises and preparation before treatment) to improve recovery and surgical outcomes for adults with deep soft tissue sarcoma in the leg. It’s meant to help your body be as ready as possible for radiotherapy and surgery.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05488054Recruiting
Checking oxygen levels and blood counts during ACL rehab
This study measures oxygen levels in your muscles and hemoglobin (a blood protein that carries oxygen) while you recover after arthroscopic hip surgery. It may help researchers understand how the body responds during rehabilitation after orthopedic surgery.
Avon, OhioAges 14–30 - NCT05458947Recruiting
Physical therapy wound treatments for spinal cord injury sores
This study tests different physical therapy approaches to help heal pressure sores on the sacrum or ischium in people with a spinal cord injury. You may be able to join if you’re already in inpatient rehabilitation and your wound severity score fits the study criteria.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05345015Recruiting
Radio waves for muscle or low back pain and function
This trial tests whether a high-frequency radio-wave treatment can reduce pain and improve movement in adults with a muscle strain (hamstring) or acute or chronic low back pain. It may help you feel less pain and function better, depending on your specific injury and medical details.
KavalaAges 18–65
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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.