Clinical trials
Pilot Study clinical trials
Below are recruiting pilot study clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 497 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03830801Recruiting
Testing laser-guided sampling to predict Barrett’s esophagus risk
This study checks whether a special laser-guided method can safely collect tiny tissue samples from the esophagus to help predict how Barrett’s esophagus may turn out. If you have Barrett’s, the results may help doctors better estimate your future risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06099587Recruiting
Brain scan study for early Alzheimer's memory changes
This study uses a special MRI scan to look at the brain's memory center in people with early memory concerns. It aims to better understand changes that happen in the very early stages of Alzheimer's disease.
RennesAges 50–80 - NCT06098404Recruiting
Cancer-related thinking and memory changes linked to gut health
This study looks at how gut bacteria might be connected to memory or thinking problems in people with cancer. If you join, you will answer surveys and provide stool samples to help researchers understand this link.
Galveston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06062745RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan study for prostate cancer with low PSMA or neuroendocrine features
This study tests a special PET scan (fluciclovine) to see if it can better detect prostate cancer that has low PSMA levels or has changed to a neuroendocrine type. It may help find tumors that standard PSMA scans miss.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06070662Recruiting
New MRI test for small heart vessel disease
This study tests a new way to diagnose small blood vessel disease in the heart using an MRI scan during a stress test. It is for people who are already participating in a larger heart imaging study and are scheduled for a catheter procedure.
Leicester, LeicestershireAges 18 years+ - NCT05524428Recruiting
Test to improve colorectal cancer screening at community clinics
This study tries to reduce barriers to colorectal cancer screening by using a repeated “test and improve” approach with clinic staff. If you work in roles that support screening at participating community health centers, you may be eligible to help implement and evaluate these changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06047782Recruiting
MRI study of atrial scarring and stroke risk
This study uses a special heart MRI to look for scarring in the upper chambers of the heart (atria) that might cause hidden atrial fibrillation after a stroke with no known cause. It may help explain why the stroke happened and guide future treatment.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT06024122Recruiting
Brain development after mild concussion in young children
This study looks at how a mild concussion affects brain development in young children (ages 3–5) compared to kids with other minor injuries like a broken arm. It involves one MRI scan and some simple check-ups to see how the brain heals over time.
RennesAges 3 years–5.9 years - NCT06016257Recruiting
Virtual home exercise program for shoulder rehab
This study tests a virtual home exercise program (VirtuaCare) for people with shoulder problems who need physical therapy. It aims to see if doing exercises at home with virtual guidance works as well as standard care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06004882Recruiting
Nerve stimulation vs. steroid injection for chronic knee pain
This study compares two treatments for long-term knee pain: a nerve stimulation device placed near the knee versus a steroid shot into the joint. The goal is to see which works better for pain relief.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06004063Recruiting
Liquid nutrition vs. usual diet in stem cell transplant patients
This study tests whether giving liquid nutrition through a feeding tube during stem cell transplant is better than the usual diet. The goal is to see if it is safe and can help patients feel better during recovery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05985330Recruiting
Study of FeNO as a marker for immunotherapy response in lung cancer
This trial is testing whether a simple breath test (FeNO) can predict how well immunotherapy works in people with advanced lung cancer who haven't had treatment before. It's for patients whose tumors have high PD-L1 levels and who will receive immunotherapy alone.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05912413Recruiting
Predicting how people recover from sepsis in the ICU
This pilot study looks at whether doctors can sort ICU patients with sepsis into recovery “types” and predict how well they will recover. It may help future care plans for people after sepsis by identifying who needs what kinds of support.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT03312686Recruiting
Proton pump medicine effect on esophagus in eosinophilia
This pilot study looks at how proton pump inhibitor medicines (acid reducers) change the flexibility of the esophagus in people who have eosinophilia on esophagus biopsy. It may help doctors understand whether acid control could improve esophagus function in this condition.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–65 - NCT05389098Recruiting
Finger foods program to help eating in frail seniors
This study tests whether offering easy “finger foods” can improve eating and independence in older adults living in assisted care. It is looking especially at people who are losing weight, have low muscle strength, and may struggle to chew or swallow.
Château-RenaultAges 75–120 - NCT05908760Recruiting
Breathing carbon dioxide may help low blood pressure symptoms
This proof-of-concept pilot study tests whether a controlled breathing test that re-breathes carbon dioxide can improve symptoms or body responses in people with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (a drop in blood pressure when standing). It may help researchers understand how the nervous system involved in blood pressure control works.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–100 - NCT05880407Recruiting
Minimally invasive procedure to correct bunion alignment
This pilot study tests a minimally invasive (through small skin openings) correction to improve the alignment of a bunion (hallux valgus). It may help people who are already being advised to have bunion surgery, but who fit specific bone alignment measurements and safety criteria.
BolognaAges 18–65 - NCT05909709RecruitingPhase 1
Tested injections for chronic facet-related back pain
This Phase 1 study tests the safety of an injection called Alocyte in adults with long-lasting back pain coming from the facet joints. If you qualify, you may be followed closely to check side effects and how you respond over multiple visits.
North Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05901519RecruitingPhase 2
Prednisone to protect the liver during focused radiation for liver cancer
This trial tests whether prednisone (an anti-inflammatory steroid) can help protect the liver in people with hepatocellular carcinoma who are getting stereotactic body radiation therapy. It may reduce liver stress from radiation and help you tolerate treatment safely.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05857696Recruiting
Spinal Stimulation to Improve Walking in Chronic Back and Leg Pain
This pilot study tests whether a special spinal cord stimulator—a small device that sends gentle electrical signals to your spinal cord—can help you walk better if you have ongoing nerve pain in your lower back and leg after spine surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and improve your ability to move around.
NiceAges 18–70 - NCT05849012Recruiting
Low-sulfur diet study for Crohn’s symptoms when disease is quiet
This pilot study tests whether a low-sulfur diet can improve ongoing belly pain and/or diarrhea symptoms in people with Crohn’s disease that looks “quiet” on tests. If you still feel symptoms even though inflammation is not active, this could help by targeting diet-related triggers.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05825820Recruiting
Phone-based outreach to help prevent future suicide attempts
This pilot study tests a health care and community outreach program that contacts people after an Emergency Department (ED) visit to help prevent suicide attempts. You may get follow-up support through partners like Samaritans of Boston using phone, text, or email.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05836922Recruiting
Checking kidney oxygen after lung transplant to predict kidney injury
This pilot study looks at whether a painless skin sensor can measure kidney oxygen levels after lung transplant surgery. The goal is to predict and possibly prevent postoperative kidney failure by identifying risk early.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT05726396RecruitingPhase 2
Microbiome therapy for steroid-resistant immune colitis
This Phase 2 pilot study tests a “restorative microbiota therapy” (RMT) to treat colitis caused by immune checkpoint inhibitors when standard treatments like steroids are not working. It aims to see if this approach is safe and practical, and may improve diarrhea and gut inflammation.
Brainerd, MinnesotaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pilot study?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 497 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.