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
- NCT05695430Recruiting
Brief therapy for thoughts and stress with physical disabilities
This study tests a short kind of counseling called brief cognitive behavioral therapy to help people with physical disabilities and recent suicidal thoughts or attempts. It may help you manage distressing thoughts and feel safer and more in control.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07306312Enrolling by invitation
How thoughts affect low back pain with manual therapy
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about your chronic low back pain affect your pain and ability to move, during a course of manual therapy (hands-on treatment by a therapist). It may help you understand if your mindset influences your recovery.
AthensAges 18–65 - NCT06491745Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for frozen shoulder
This study tests whether adding shock wave therapy to standard treatments (physical therapy and a corticosteroid injection) helps people with frozen shoulder recover faster. If you have significant shoulder stiffness and pain, you might benefit from this extra treatment.
TaipeiAges 20–80 - NCT07738120Recruiting
Virtual reality and exercise for multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether using virtual reality along with exercise can help people with multiple sclerosis. It aims to improve physical function and well-being.
PontevedraAges 18 years+ - NCT06976164Recruiting
Reflexology for Gestational Diabetes
This study tests whether reflexology (a gentle foot massage therapy) can help manage blood sugar in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. It is for women who are in the middle to late stages of pregnancy and are otherwise healthy.
CairoAges 20–35 - NCT06692569Recruiting
Modified physical therapy for arm and hand recovery after stroke
This study tests a type of physical therapy called modified constraint-induced movement therapy to help improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke more than six months ago. You will be encouraged to use your affected arm more often while the stronger arm is gently restricted, which may help retrain your brain and improve movement.
Riyadh, Riyadh RegionAges 45–65 - NCT06484621Recruiting
Preventing weight regain after weight loss surgery with exercise
This study looks at whether increased physical activity can help prevent weight regain after weight loss surgery. It is for people who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy in the last 6–20 months and have regained less than 10% of their lost weight.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–64 - NCT07278323RecruitingPhase 4
Hormone therapy for frozen shoulder
This study tests if hormone replacement therapy can help treat frozen shoulder. It is designed for people with frozen shoulder in just one shoulder who are not currently using hormones and have no history of hormone-sensitive cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40 years+ - NCT07173166Recruiting
Managing side effects after CAR-T treatment
This study tests if non-drug approaches like lifestyle changes or supportive care can reduce nerve-related side effects in people with blood cancers who are receiving CAR-T therapy. It aims to help patients feel better during treatment.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–80 - NCT07253857Recruiting
Hand and arm therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a special hand and arm therapy for children with spastic cerebral palsy. The therapy also includes leg exercises to improve movement. It may help your child use their hands and arms better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06556771Recruiting
Comparing two mobilization techniques for neck pain relief
This study compares two hands-on therapy methods (Gongs and Kaltenborn mobilization) to see which one works better for reducing mechanical neck pain. If you have neck pain that gets worse with movement or sitting still, this trial may help find a more effective treatment for you.
Attock City, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT07223346Recruiting
Fitness and therapy for Latina cancer survivors
This trial offers a program combining exercise and mental health support for Latina women in Colorado who have recently finished cancer treatment or are still undergoing it. It aims to improve well-being through group sessions focused on physical activity and coping skills.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07227181Recruiting
Animal assisted therapy for trauma and surgery patients
This study tests whether spending time with a therapy dog can help patients recover from trauma or emergency general surgery. It may reduce stress and improve healing.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 4–99 - NCT07378722Recruiting
Personalized music therapy for balance in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether listening to personalized music can help improve balance and walking in people with Parkinson's. If you have mild balance issues and are between 45 and 55, this trial might be a good fit.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 45–55 - NCT04104126Recruiting
Blood flow restriction therapy for an Achilles injury
This trial looks at whether “blood flow restriction” during exercise can improve healing for people with an Achilles injury. You may be asked to also do standard physical therapy, but the study focuses on the added blood-flow-restriction approach.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06611527Recruiting
Breathing therapy to improve lung function after heart surgery
This study tests a breathing treatment using mild air pressure after heart surgery to help your lungs work better and reduce complications. It may be an option for people at higher risk for lung problems or those with early breathing issues after surgery.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06573983Recruiting
Fall prevention program for older veterans
This study aims to improve fall prevention for older veterans. It tests a program that combines telehealth check-ins with a caregiver-supported physical assessment to reduce fall risk. Participation may help you feel safer and more stable.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 65 years+ - NCT07472543Recruiting
Virtual reality exercises for leg lymphedema after cancer surgery
This trial tests whether virtual reality-based exercises can help reduce leg swelling caused by lymphedema after gynecological or other cancer surgery. It may be a good option if you have lymphedema in one leg and can commit to daily sessions for a month.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07470190Recruiting
Shoulder tendonitis treatments: ultrasound and movement study
This trial compares different physical therapy combinations for people with shoulder tendonitis (supraspinatus tendinitis). It uses ultrasound and motion tests to see how well the treatments work.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT06453291Recruiting
Comparing treatments for chronic low back pain
This study compares different ways to treat chronic low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months. It aims to find which approach works best for adults aged 40 to 60.
LahoreAges 40–60 - NCT03799991Recruiting
Balance therapy for people with early-to-moderate Alzheimer’s
This trial tests whether an 8-week balance and movement program can help people with early-to-moderate Alzheimer’s who also have inner-ear (vestibular) balance loss. You and a caregiver may learn exercises and attend weekly visits, while researchers compare the results to an active control program.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 60 years+ - NCT06409754Recruiting
Brain-computer interface for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests a brain-computer interface system that helps move your arm using electrical stimulation. It is for people who have had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have lasting weakness in one arm.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07243327Recruiting
Shockwave therapy vs standard rehab for hip pain
This trial compares two treatments—shockwave therapy and conventional physical therapy—for long-lasting pain on the outside of the hip, often called trochanteric pain syndrome. It aims to find which option works better for people whose hip pain has persisted for months.
IstanbulAges 18–65
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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.