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
- NCT07395427Enrolling by invitation
Body awareness therapy for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares a movement therapy called Basic Body Awareness Therapy to usual care for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if this therapy can improve pain, movement, and quality of life.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 40–74 - NCT07387627Recruiting
COPCA Therapy for Infants at Risk of Developmental Delays
This study is testing a new way of doing physical therapy (called COPCA) for babies who are at risk of developmental delays. The goal is to see if it helps them reach milestones better than standard care.
Seville, SevilleAges Up to 1 year - NCT07383038Recruiting
Mobilization with movement for rotator cuff injuries
This trial tests a gentle hands-on therapy technique called 'mobilization with movement' to help people with partial rotator cuff tears or tendinopathy. It aims to improve shoulder pain and movement.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06735053Recruiting
Virtual reality physiotherapy for multiple sclerosis patients
This trial tests whether virtual reality exercises can help people with advanced multiple sclerosis improve their movement and walking. You may qualify if you need two walking aids and your MS has been stable for the last six months.
Móstoles, MadridAges 18–70 - NCT07373119Enrolling by invitation
Frailty reduction in stable heart disease patients
This study tests a program to reduce frailty in older adults with stable coronary artery disease. The goal is to improve strength and well-being in people who are not having recent heart problems.
Barcelona, Select...Ages 70 years+ - NCT06808542Recruiting
Pelvic floor health study for female physiotherapy students
This study looks at pelvic floor function in young female physiotherapy students. It aims to understand how common pelvic floor issues are in this group.
GizaAges 18–25 - NCT06490809Recruiting
Understanding meaningful hand function changes in Parkinson's
This study looks at a simple hand-and-arm test (the Box and Block Test) to see how much improvement matters to people with Parkinson's. It helps doctors understand what small changes in hand function are meaningful to you.
IstanbulAges 50–80 - NCT07322497Recruiting
Phone app vs. supervised exercise before ACL surgery
This study compares two ways to exercise before ACL surgery: using a video app on your phone versus doing exercises with a physical therapist. The goal is to see which approach helps you recover better.
Istanbul, KartalAges 18–45 - NCT04934462Recruiting
Non-surgical or arthroscopic treatment for hip microinstability
This study looks at treatment options that may help people with “hip microinstability,” where the hip can feel unstable or not sit perfectly. Researchers will compare non-surgical care and a minimally invasive surgery option to see what works best and why it helps.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07317570Recruiting
Body awareness therapy for jaw pain and function
This study tests whether body awareness therapy (gentle exercises that help you notice how your body moves and feels) can reduce jaw pain, improve function, and help with related emotional stress. It is for people with long-term jaw joint problems.
RizeAges 18 years+ - NCT07294131RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing muscle loss in hospitalized older adults
This trial tests a special exercise approach using blood-flow restriction and a video game to help older adults in the hospital keep their muscle strength. The goal is to find a safe way for bedridden patients to exercise and recover better.
AntwerpAges 65 years+ - NCT07291310Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality therapy for children with brachial plexus injury
This trial tests if playing virtual reality games while doing dual tasks can help the brain rewire and improve arm function in children with a brachial plexus injury. It could offer a fun and engaging new approach to rehabilitation.
Istanbul, CevizlibağAges 7–14 - NCT07253974Recruiting
Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Recovery Study
This study follows people who had a stroke linked to atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and are in a rehabilitation program. Researchers want to see how recovery goes and what helps patients improve.
BarcelonaAges 18–99 - NCT07242573Recruiting
Exercise and brain stimulation for fibromyalgia
This study tests if combining physical exercise with a gentle brain stimulation technique can improve pain, sleep, and fatigue in people with fibromyalgia.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 20–80 - NCT07244159Recruiting
Dynamic surface exercise for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether exercising on an unstable surface (like a foam mat or ball) can improve balance and movement in children with diplegic cerebral palsy. It may help kids who use a walker or wheelchair have better control and independence.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 5–8 - NCT05527080Recruiting
Study brain and movement development in healthy infants
This study looks at how infants’ movement (motility) and early thinking (cognition) develop over time. It may help researchers better understand normal development in healthy babies.
HelsinkiAges 5 months–2.2 years - NCT07214636Recruiting
Apnea therapy exercise app for sleep apnea patients
This trial tests a new exercise app to help people with sleep apnea. It looks at whether using a smartphone or tablet app can improve symptoms for those already using a CPAP machine.
Istanbul, Göztepe NeighborhoodAges 18–65 - NCT06915896Recruiting
Chronic back or neck pain: predicting therapy outcomes
This study looks at people with long-term low back or neck pain who are waiting for physical therapy. It aims to find what factors predict how well they will do with different treatment paths.
Florence, FIAges 18 years+ - NCT07204067Recruiting
Mirror therapy for hand recovery after recent stroke
This study tests whether mirror therapy—a simple exercise where you watch your unaffected hand move in a mirror to trick your brain—can help improve hand function after a recent stroke. It is for people who have had a stroke within the last month and have weakness on one side of their body.
Malakand, KPKAges 40–55 - NCT06945367Recruiting
Active learning to build evidence-based practice skills
This study tests whether active learning methods help physiotherapy students better understand and use research evidence. If you are an undergraduate taking the Research Methods course at this university, you may be eligible.
San Justo, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+ - NCT07184333Recruiting
Home-based care training for nursing and physio students
This trial trains nursing and physiotherapy students to provide home-based care for older adults. It aims to improve teamwork and care for seniors with mild impairments.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07192575Recruiting
Preventing lung problems after laparoscopic liver surgery
This trial tests if special breathing exercises before surgery can help prevent lung complications after laparoscopic (keyhole) liver surgery. It may benefit you by reducing your risk of pneumonia or other breathing issues after the procedure.
KuopioAges 18 years+ - NCT06949696Recruiting
Dual-task training and cognitive rehab for MS patients
This study tests whether combining physical and mental exercises can improve walking and thinking for people with multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have mild disability and haven't had a recent relapse.
MersinAges 18–65 - NCT07167667Recruiting
Hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests two types of hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome: shockwave therapy (5 sessions) or warm paraffin wax (10 sessions). It compares which one better reduces nerve thickening and your symptoms.
IstanbulAges 30–60
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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.