Clinical trials
Physiotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting physiotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 223 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07801586Recruiting
Pain education with pre-surgery physical therapy for spine surgery recovery
This study tests whether adding pain neuroscience education to standard physical therapy before spinal surgery helps reduce pain and disability after surgery. This could help you recover better by understanding how pain works and learning coping strategies before your operation.
IslamabadAges 35–60 - NCT07802509Recruiting
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Valens, Canton of St. GallenAges 18 years+ - NCT07795697Recruiting
Remote rehab after spine surgery
This trial tests whether doing physical therapy at home using video calls or an app helps you recover as well as in-person rehab after spine surgery. It could make it easier for you to get the care you need without traveling.
KuopioAges 20–85 - NCT07784504Recruiting
Physical therapy for chronic neck pain
This study tests different physical therapy approaches to improve pain and quality of life in people with long-lasting neck pain that hasn't fully improved with prior therapy. Participants must be 18-65, have had neck pain for over 3 months, and still have at least moderate pain and disability.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 18–65 - NCT07767409Recruiting
Home exercise app versus clinic physiotherapy for knee arthritis
This study compares doing exercises and self-care through a smartphone app to attending physiotherapy at a hospital clinic for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if the app is as helpful for reducing pain and improving function.
SingaporeAges 45–95 - NCT07762690Enrolling by invitation
Neck rehabilitation for chronic migraine
This study tests a neck exercise program designed to improve neck function and reduce migraine symptoms. It may help people whose migraines are linked to neck problems.
Banī Suwayf, EgyptAges 18–55 - NCT07756203Recruiting
Comparing two hand-held treatments for shoulder pain
This study tests two non-surgical treatments for shoulder pain caused by shoulder impingement. Both treatments use hand-held tools to ease pain and improve movement.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 40–60 - NCT07749625Recruiting
Robotic arm training for recovery after stroke or injury
This study tests whether a robotic arm trainer can help improve arm movement and function in people with conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, or brain injury. It may help you regain strength and control in your arm.
DhakaAges 18–60 - NCT07736456Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program for teens with mild to moderate scoliosis
This study tests a 16-week corrective exercise program for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. It aims to see if these exercises can improve spinal curves and posture without surgery or bracing.
Pristina, KosovoAges 10–18 - NCT07731776Recruiting
Pelvic physiotherapy access for endometriosis
This study looks at how to improve access to pelvic health physiotherapy for women with endometriosis in Quebec. It may help if you have endometriosis and want to share your experience with pelvic physiotherapy services.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18–45 - NCT07731269Enrolling by invitation
Kinesiology taping for acute low back pain
This study tests if kinesiology tape (a special stretchy tape placed on the skin) can help relieve pain and improve movement in people with sudden, short-term low back pain. It may be an option if your pain just started and you haven't had long-term back issues.
IstanbulAges 18–50 - NCT04576169Recruiting
Comparing treatment options for a TFCC tear in the wrist
This trial looks at which treatment works best for a specific kind of wrist cartilage (TFCC) tear. It may help you choose the most effective option if you have ulnar-sided wrist pain that didn’t improve with non-surgical care.
CopenhagenAges 18–65 - NCT07684183Enrolling by invitation
Eye and Neck Exercises for Text Neck Pain
This study tests if simple eye and neck exercises can reduce pain and improve posture in people with "text neck" (neck pain from looking at screens). It compares eye exercises plus neck stabilization exercises to neck exercises alone.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–50 - NCT07671703Recruiting
Physiotherapy for migraine relief
This trial tests whether a combination of physical therapy techniques can reduce migraine symptoms. It may help people whose migraines are not caused by other conditions.
Osnabrück, Low SaxonyAges 18–70 - NCT07662421Recruiting
Slump lateral bending test for leg pain from nerve issues
This study tests how well a simple physical exam maneuver (the slump lateral bending test) can identify nerve-related leg pain (lumbar radicular pain). If you have symptoms like pain, tingling, or numbness down your leg that might be coming from a nerve, this study could help improve diagnosis.
Parma, PRAges 18–75 - NCT07660913Recruiting
Vibrating therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests whether a gentle vibrating therapy (matrix rhythm therapy) can help relieve pain, tingling, and numbness from carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants will receive the therapy, and researchers will track if it improves hand function without surgery or drugs.
IzmirAges 18–60 - NCT07653841Recruiting
Balance vs. strength training for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares two types of exercise programs (a balance-focused training and a progressive strengthening program) added to usual physical therapy. The goal is to see which works better for reducing knee pain and improving daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis.
Islamabad, ICTAges 40–70 - NCT06222333Recruiting
Breathing exercise for broken ribs
This trial tests a simple breathing exercise to help people with a broken rib or chest injury heal better. It focuses on those who have only a chest injury and no other serious problems.
KastamonuAges 18–100 - NCT07645027Recruiting
Breathing exercises to improve lung function after neck spinal cord injury
This study tests whether special breathing exercises using a handheld device can help people recover lung strength after a recent cervical (neck-level) spinal cord injury. The exercises are done during in-patient rehabilitation and may help you breathe better and improve your overall recovery.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–38 - NCT07630311Recruiting
Balance and walking study in multiple sclerosis
This study looks at how multiple sclerosis affects balance, walking patterns, and movement. Researchers will use motion analysis to understand changes, which could help improve treatments.
IoanninaAges 18 years+ - NCT07631169Recruiting
Action Observation Therapy for Stroke Hand Recovery
This study tests whether watching and practicing hand movements (with one or both hands) can help improve hand function and grip strength in people who had a stroke on the left side of their brain. The therapy uses observation and practice to retrain the brain and hand after stroke.
Karabük, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07631182Recruiting
Action Observation Therapy for Stroke Recovery via Telehealth
This trial tests a therapy where you watch videos of hand and arm movements and then practice them yourself, delivered through video calls from home. It's designed to help people recover arm and hand function after a stroke.
Karabük, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07626307Recruiting
Migraine Screening Tool to Guide Physical Therapy Referral
This study tests whether a simple assessment tool can help neurologists decide which migraine patients would benefit from physical therapy. You'll be evaluated by both a neurologist and a physical therapist to see if the tool correctly identifies patients who could improve with hands-on treatment.
MilanAges 18–70 - NCT07627776Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two teaching methods in physiotherapy school
This study compares two different ways of teaching physiotherapy students—one focused on real-world problems (OBE) and one based on traditional learning (PBL). If you're a physiotherapy student, this trial helps researchers understand which teaching method works better for your education.
IstanbulAges 18–25
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for physiotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 223 recruiting physiotherapy 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 physiotherapy 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 physiotherapy 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.