Clinical trials
Physical Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting physical therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 339 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07124611Recruiting
Emotional support study for pancreatic cancer patients
This study offers a brief psychological intervention to help patients with pancreatic cancer manage emotional well-being before surgery. It is designed for newly diagnosed patients who are starting chemotherapy before surgery.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07584239Recruiting
Physical therapy and relaxation before lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether physical therapy exercises and relaxation techniques done before surgery can help adults with lung cancer feel stronger, recover better, and have better surgical outcomes. You'll work with specialists to prepare your body and mind for the operation.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07244952Recruiting
Vojta therapy for posture and trunk control after stroke
This trial tests a type of movement therapy called Vojta Therapy to see if it helps improve posture and trunk control after a stroke. It is for people who had their first stroke within the past 3 months and have significant weakness on one side of the body.
LahoreAges 45–65 - NCT07527663Recruiting
GyroStim therapy for persistent symptoms after concussion
This study tests whether GyroStim—a specialized rotating chair therapy—can help reduce dizziness, balance problems, and thinking difficulties that last more than 4 weeks after a head injury. GyroStim is designed to retrain how your brain and inner ear work together.
Appleton, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT07646418Recruiting
Light therapy and blood-flow restriction for stroke recovery
This study tests whether combining light therapy with blood-flow restriction exercise (a technique that limits blood flow during gentle movement) helps improve arm strength and reduce muscle stiffness in people recovering from stroke. The goal is to see if this combination works better than standard treatment.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–70 - NCT07686809Recruiting
Leg therapy for children with one-sided weakness
This study tests a new leg exercise program to help children with hemiplegia walk better. The therapy may improve balance and movement in the affected leg.
CairoAges 6–8 - NCT06764797RecruitingPhase 3
Virtual reality and brain stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests whether combining virtual reality mirror therapy with a gentle brain stimulation technique can improve arm and hand movement in people who have had a stroke. It may be an option if you have moderate to severe arm weakness and it has been more than three months since your stroke.
Riyadh, Riyadh RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07147933Recruiting
Treatment for crouch gait in cerebral palsy
This trial tests a treatment for children with cerebral palsy who have a crouched walking pattern, a forward-tilted pelvis, and weak calf muscles. It uses EMG to check muscle activity and aims to improve walking.
AmmanAges 4–10 - NCT07575425Recruiting
Balance Platform Exercises for Knee Osteoarthritis
This study tests whether special balance exercises on a moving platform can improve steadiness and walking in people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. The goal is to see if this type of training helps reduce pain and improve mobility.
AnkaraAges 45–65 - NCT05434637Recruiting
Study for constant tinnitus using head and jaw maneuvers
This trial tests whether a treatment approach can change your tinnitus by using movements of your head, neck, and/or jaw. It may help people whose tinnitus can be temporarily reduced or changed by these maneuvers.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT06698380Recruiting
Mirror therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests whether using a mirror to create the illusion of movement can help improve arm function in people who had a stroke more than six months ago. It may be a good option if you have limited arm movement and can follow simple instructions.
Riyadh, Riyadh RegionAges 45–65 - NCT07163208Recruiting
Laser therapy for headache from neck problems
This trial tests if different types of low-level laser light can help reduce headaches caused by neck issues. It is a non-invasive treatment option for people whose headaches have lasted at least three months.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–65 - NCT07239258Recruiting
Tele-rehab plan for knee replacement recovery
This study tests a special therapy plan delivered through video calls to help people recover after knee replacement surgery. It compares telerehabilitation to in-person therapy to see if it improves pain and movement.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–65 - NCT07551245Recruiting
High-intensity laser vs traditional treatment for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests whether high-intensity laser therapy works better than traditional physical therapy methods for knee osteoarthritis pain and function. You'll be randomly assigned to receive either laser treatments or standard rehabilitation exercises.
Erbil, Erbil GovernorateAges 30–60 - NCT05577390Recruiting
Comparing two treatments for diabetic nerve pain
This study compares two approaches to treating nerve pain caused by diabetes. You may be eligible if your diabetic neuropathy is moderate to severe and you can reliably use a phone for study steps.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 45–85 - NCT07272239Recruiting
Nerve stimulation and hand training for chronic stroke
This study tests whether a combination of two therapies—gentle nerve stimulation on the ear and a special hand movement training—can help improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke on the left side of the brain and still have significant arm weakness.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–75 - NCT06146959Enrolling by invitation
Taping for flat feet in teens with heel pain
This trial tests if a special taping technique (calcaneal kinesiology tape) can help teenagers who have flat feet and heel pain from plantar fasciitis. It aims to reduce pain and improve foot function.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 12–18 - NCT05875116Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for arm weakness after stroke
This trial tests whether virtual reality training plus a specific arm-movement approach helps people regain function after a stroke. It focuses on improving arm weakness on one side of the body during the early months after leaving the hospital.
Mexico CityAges 35–70 - NCT06306638RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Light therapy after radiation for inoperable airway tumors
This trial tests a new light-activated therapy (interstitial photodynamic therapy) after palliative radiation to shrink inoperable airway tumors and improve breathing. It is for people with solid cancers that block the airway from the outside and cannot be removed with surgery.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07513298Recruiting
Video Game Exercise for Overweight Children's Fitness
This study tests whether playing specially designed Wii video games that involve aerobic exercise can help overweight children improve their reaction time and lung function. The goal is to see if gaming-based exercise can be an engaging way for kids to get healthier.
CairoAges 10–15 - NCT07128862Recruiting
Strength training with or without blood flow restriction in athletes
This trial compares heavy weightlifting with and without blood flow restriction (using special bands) to see which works better for building strength in active athletes. If you are a sprinter or football player, you may be able to join.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07405021Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests whether using a non-invasive device to stimulate the vagus nerve can reduce nerve pain and improve function in people with diabetic neuropathy. It may be a good option if you have burning or electric-shock-like foot pain despite standard diabetes care.
DamiettaAges 45–60 - NCT04609735Recruiting
Compare manual therapy, exercise, and ultrasound for golfer’s elbow
This study compares two treatment plans for golfer’s elbow—manual therapy plus exercise, and whether adding ultrasound helps more. It aims to reduce elbow and inner-forearm pain and improve how well you can use your arm.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 18–60 - NCT06839794Recruiting
Exercise with thinking challenges for kids with cancer
This study tests whether physical activities that also require thinking (like dancing or obstacle courses) can help improve memory and problem-solving skills in children and teens undergoing cancer treatment.
BernAges 6–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for physical therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 339 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.