Clinical trials
Pilot Study clinical trials
Below are recruiting pilot study clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 495 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06647615Recruiting
Virtual reality for stomach pain in Crohn's disease
This study tests if using a virtual reality (VR) program can help reduce stomach pain in people with Crohn's disease that is not currently active. You will try the VR experience and report how your pain changes.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06639594RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized brain stimulation for impulse control: a pilot study
This early study tests whether a personalized type of noninvasive brain stimulation (called rTMS) can help people who have trouble controlling impulsive behaviors, especially related to eating. It is for adults with a BMI over 30 who do not have other major medical or mental health conditions.
Houston, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT06634381Recruiting
Fatigue in cancer survivors: A study to learn more
This study asks cancer survivors about their fatigue (tiredness, weakness, or exhaustion) to better understand it. It involves filling out questionnaires and maybe an interview. Your participation helps doctors learn how to support survivors like you.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06644625Recruiting
CHAAMP study: MGUS screening for Black adults and relatives
This study screens for MGUS, a precursor to certain blood cancers, in people who are Black or African American, or who have a close relative with a plasma cell disorder. If MGUS is found, you may be invited to continue in the study to monitor your health.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 30 years+ - NCT06618989Recruiting
Predicting serious bacterial infection in febrile infants
This trial is testing a new blood test to help doctors tell which babies under three months with fever are at risk for a serious bacterial infection. If successful, it could help avoid unnecessary antibiotics and hospital stays.
Paris, FranceAges 1 week–3 months - NCT06619106Recruiting
Screening tool for minimal hepatic encephalopathy
This study tests a new cognitive tool to quickly and reliably detect minimal hepatic encephalopathy, a subtle brain change that can occur in people with liver disease. If you have a liver condition like fibrosis or cirrhosis and are already scheduled for a full evaluation (neuropsychological tests, MRI, EEG, and blood ammonia), this tool could help simplify future screening.
ParisAges 18–70 - NCT06601842Recruiting
Brain blood flow monitoring after cardiac arrest
This study tests a way to monitor blood flow to the brain after a cardiac arrest that was not caused by trauma. It aims to help doctors find the best blood pressure to support brain recovery in the ICU.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06609668Recruiting
Thrombomodulin blood test to rule out giant cell arteritis in PMR
This study tests whether a blood test for a protein called thrombomodulin can help rule out giant cell arteritis (a blood vessel inflammation) in people with polymyalgia rheumatica. It involves a blood draw and a one-time imaging scan to look at your blood vessels.
DijonAges 50 years+ - NCT06597864Recruiting
A pilot study of 7-step therapy for self-disorder in early psychosis
This trial tests a new type of talk therapy that helps people with early psychosis explore unusual experiences with their sense of self. It might be a good fit if you've been diagnosed with a psychotic disorder within the last 3 years or have psychosis risk syndrome, and you're motivated to work on these experiences.
Sandvika, BærumAges 18–39 - NCT03826693RecruitingPhase 2
Nitrous oxide trial for obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms
This Phase 2 pilot study tests whether breathing nitrous oxide (laughing gas) can reduce symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It compares what happens during a treatment-free period and then during the study treatment to see if symptoms improve.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06575075RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ketamine study for OCD
This study tests a form of ketamine called RR-HNK as a possible new treatment for OCD. It is for people who have not gotten enough relief from standard treatments or chose not to take them.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06580509RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Spray medicine for bleeding after tonsil removal in children
This study tests if a sprayed form of the medicine tranexamic acid (which helps blood clot) can stop bleeding after tonsillectomy in children. It is for children ages 2 to 17 who come to the emergency room with bleeding that starts more than a day after surgery.
San Antonio, TexasAges 2–17 - NCT06519682Recruiting
Immunotherapy for young people with a specific brain tumor
This trial is testing a new immunotherapy (nivolumab) for children, teens, and young adults with a specific type of aggressive brain tumor (glioblastoma that has a DNA repair problem). It aims to see if giving this treatment early, right after surgery, can help the immune system fight the tumor.
Toronto, OntarioAges 1–25 - NCT06555393RecruitingPhase 1
Egg protein health effect pilot study
This study looks at whether a protein from eggs can help people who are at risk for diabetes or who have type 2 diabetes. Participants will eat a special egg product and have their health checked. It compares how healthy people and those with or at risk for diabetes respond.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–70 - NCT06533956Recruiting
Walking training with blood flow restriction for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a new walking program that combines treadmill training with a special pressure cuff on the legs (blood flow restriction). It may help children with cerebral palsy strengthen their legs and walk better.
AngersAges 8–18 - NCT06534281Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
BAO-G technique for TAAA aneurysm repair
This trial is testing a new technique (BAO-G) for repairing a thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA) using a stent placed through a blood vessel in the leg. It is for people with a large aneurysm or one causing symptoms, who have not had prior aortic repair.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06520020Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for spinal cord injury
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation applied to the skin over the spine can be safely used for people with spinal cord injury. If you have had a surgery to stabilize your spine, this stimulation could help with recovery.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–80 - NCT06516874Recruiting
Trauma-focused therapy for PTSD in adults
This study tests a therapy called trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for adults with PTSD or complex PTSD. It aims to see if this approach can help people who have been through traumatic events feel better.
Curicó, Maule RegionAges 18–64 - NCT06505447Recruiting
Sleep study for kids in the PICU
This study looks at how sleep and body rhythms are affected when a child is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It may help doctors find ways to improve sleep for children who are in the hospital.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 3–6 - NCT06511037RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Dye injection to help see cancer during belly surgery
This study tests a special dye, called pafolacianine, that is injected before surgery to help surgeons see hidden cancer spots in the belly during the operation. The goal is to see if using this dye improves how completely the cancer is removed in people with gastrointestinal cancer that has spread to the belly lining.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06511765RecruitingPhase 3
Nerve block for acute lower back pain: a pilot study
This study tests whether a single injection of a numbing medicine (ropivacaine) into the muscles of the lower back can quickly relieve sudden, severe back pain that has lasted less than a week. The goal is to see if this nerve block can help when standard pain pills aren't working.
Saint-HerblainAges 18 years+ - NCT06492720Recruiting
Testing focused ultrasound for drug-resistant epilepsy
This study tests a new device called NaviFUS that uses focused sound waves to gently stimulate a small area of the brain. It is for people whose seizures start in one part of the brain and are not fully controlled by seizure medicines.
TaipeiAges 18–65 - NCT06481852RecruitingPhase 1
Gut bacteria transplant for pulmonary arterial hypertension
This trial tests whether a special combination of antibiotics, fecal transplant (gut bacteria from healthy donors), and a fiber supplement can help people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It aims to see if improving gut health can improve PAH symptoms and overall well-being.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–75 - NCT06488638Recruiting
Beetroot juice supplement for lung fibrosis
This trial tests whether a beetroot juice drink (rich in nitrates) can help people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis breathe better and exercise more. It's a small pilot study to see if it's safe and worth studying further.
SouthamptonAges 18–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pilot study?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 495 recruiting pilot study 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 pilot study 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 pilot study 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.
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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.