Clinical trials
Placebo Effect clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo effect clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 725 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05969457RecruitingPhase 3
Local pain-numbing injection before surgery for hysterectomy
This Phase 3 study tests whether a preventive numbing medicine injection before a vaginal hysterectomy (using the vNOTES approach) can reduce pain afterward. It may help with comfort and recovery after surgery for non-cancer reasons.
Le HavreAges 18–70 - NCT05746143RecruitingPhase 4
Zolpidem during recovery after lower-back fusion surgery
This trial studies whether taking zolpidem around the time of recovery from lower-back (lumbar) fusion surgery affects outcomes. It may help doctors understand how sleep medicine can (or can’t) support recovery in certain people.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07619118RecruitingPhase 3
Laroprovstat and rosuvastatin vs. rosuvastatin for high cholesterol
This trial tests whether adding a new medicine, laroprovstat, to a standard cholesterol drug (rosuvastatin) is better at lowering bad cholesterol than the standard drug alone. It might help people who are at high risk for heart disease or stroke.
Sun City West, ArizonaAges 18–130 - NCT06307652RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new heart failure and kidney treatment combo
This study tests a new combination of two medicines (balcinrenone and dapagliflozin) for people with heart failure and reduced kidney function. The goal is to see if this combination helps improve heart and kidney health better than current treatments.
Alexander City, AlabamaAges 18–130 - NCT06691217RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new drug to reduce blood vessel swelling in TET2 mutations
This study tests an investigational drug that may reduce swelling (inflammation) inside the blood vessels of people with heart disease and a specific gene change called TET2. This gene change is linked to higher inflammation and heart risks, and the drug aims to lower that risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07453069RecruitingPhase 2
Vaginal microbiome treatment for women with previous failed embryo transfer
This study tests a vaginal treatment (FB301) to see if it helps improve the balance of bacteria in the vagina before a frozen embryo transfer. It may help women who have had a prior failed frozen embryo transfer and have a specific type of vaginal bacterial imbalance.
Wichita, KansasAges 18–45 - NCT04951635RecruitingPhase 3
Almonertinib after chemoradiation for stage III lung cancer
This Phase 3 trial tests whether almonertinib given after standard chemoradiation can help people with stage III, non-surgical lung cancer live longer and/or control the cancer. It is for tumors with specific EGFR mutations linked to sensitivity to EGFR-targeted medicines.
Ji'nan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT07784725RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a weight loss injection for adults with obesity
This study tests a new medicine to help adults with obesity or overweight lose weight. It's for people who have had trouble losing weight in the past and don't have diabetes.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07747909Recruiting
Orlistat for metabolic and hormonal health in PCOS
This study tests whether the weight-loss drug orlistat can improve blood sugar, hormones, and other metabolic measures in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you have PCOS and are overweight, this treatment might help with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth.
Abbottābād, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 18–45 - NCT06184451Recruiting
TENS with exercise for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests if adding TENS (a pain-relieving electrical stimulation) to a standard exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move better.
São PauloAges 40–75 - NCT07581145RecruitingPhase 3
Semaglutide for Faster Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
This study tests whether a diabetes medication called semaglutide can help foot ulcers heal faster in people with type 2 diabetes. If it works, it could offer a new treatment option for a common and serious diabetes complication.
CopenhagenAges 18–90 - NCT07558642Recruiting
Nerve Block to Reduce Confusion in Older ICU Patients
This study tests whether a nerve-blocking injection (stellate ganglion block) can reduce confusion and help restore normal sleep-wake cycles in older adults staying in the intensive care unit. Researchers hope this treatment may help patients recover faster and feel more alert.
Antalya, MuratpaşaAges 65–99 - NCT07537868RecruitingPhase 2
Montelukast to reduce heart damage after heart attack
This study tests whether montelukast (a medication that reduces inflammation) can limit heart damage when given immediately after a sudden heart attack. Researchers will measure inflammation markers and heart injury to see if this drug helps patients recover better.
Al MansurahAges 30–75 - NCT07494214RecruitingPhase 1
Study on MDMA for pain relief in healthy people
This trial tests if a single dose of MDMA can reduce pain caused by heat or pressure in healthy volunteers. It aims to see if MDMA might help with certain types of pain that are hard to treat.
BaselAges 18–75 - NCT07441070Recruiting
Ashwagandha for stress and sleep in sexual and gender minorities
This study tests whether an Ashwagandha root extract supplement can help lower stress, anxiety, and improve sleep quality in adults who experience stress related to being a sexual or gender minority. You would take the supplement daily for a set period and report how you feel.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT07361692Recruiting
Electric brain stimulation for complex regional pain syndrome
This trial tests if a gentle electric current applied to the scalp (called tDCS) can reduce pain in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a chronic pain condition. It aims to see if this treatment is effective and safe for managing symptoms.
Saint-NazaireAges 18 years+ - NCT07338682RecruitingPhase 2
L-Arginine for memory in older adults
This trial tests if L-Arginine, a natural amino acid, can improve thinking and memory in adults over 60 with mild to moderate memory problems. You may join if you have no other brain diseases or certain health conditions.
CairoAges 60 years+ - NCT07241585Recruiting
Vitamin D and light therapy for skin cancer
This trial tests whether taking vitamin D before a special light therapy (photodynamic therapy) can help your body fight nonmelanoma skin cancers like basal or squamous cell cancer. You may join if you are scheduled for surgery to remove a skin tumor.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07234591Recruiting
Study of an oral medication for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis
This study tests an experimental oral medication (a TYK2 inhibitor) for people with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective at reducing psoriasis symptoms.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT07187544Recruiting
Carbetocin and calcium for uterine tone during c-section
This study tests if giving carbetocin with calcium helps the uterus contract better after a planned c-section. It's for women at 37+ weeks without high risk for poor uterine tone.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–45 - NCT07182500RecruitingPhase 2
Can probiotics protect your gut while traveling?
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic supplement can help keep your gut bacteria healthy during a short trip abroad. It's a good fit if you are generally healthy and planning a vacation or business trip under a week.
Huangpu, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07173751RecruitingPhase 3
Pumitamig for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This study tests a new drug called pumitamig for people with a type of breast cancer that is triple-negative or has very low hormone receptors and has come back or spread. It aims to see if pumitamig works better than standard treatment and how safe it is for people who cannot get PD(L)-1 immunotherapy with chemo.
Springdale, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07140237RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Can oxytocin improve attention?
This study tests if taking oxytocin (or a drug that blocks it) affects how well you pay attention. It helps researchers understand the role of oxytocin in focusing the mind.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–35 - NCT07053657Recruiting
Vitamin D for heart health in overweight teens
This study looks at whether giving vitamin D can improve heart and metabolic health in overweight or obese teens who have low vitamin D levels. It may help lower risks like high blood sugar or cholesterol.
Anqing, AnhuiAges 10–16
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo effect?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 725 recruiting placebo effect 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 placebo effect 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 placebo effect 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.