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
- NCT07149064Recruiting
Effect of Nextida GC-B on Blood Sugar in Prediabetes
This study tests whether a nutritional supplement called Nextida GC-B helps control blood sugar in people who either have normal blood sugar or prediabetes. It looks at how the supplement affects blood sugar levels over time using a continuous glucose monitor.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07123922Enrolling by invitation
Silymarin for COPD: A Study on Breathing and Quality of Life
This study tests whether adding silymarin (a herbal supplement from milk thistle) to your regular COPD treatment can improve your lung function, reduce stress in your body, and help you feel better day-to-day.
DhakaAges 40–80 - NCT07000825Enrolling by invitation
Yerba mate extract for improving metabolic health in overweight adults
This trial tests whether a daily yerba mate extract can help reduce metabolic syndrome in overweight people. You would take the extract for a period while keeping your usual diet and activities.
Realeza, ParanáAges 40–65 - NCT06706284RecruitingPhase 4
GLP-1 agonist for diabetes after spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a GLP-1 agonist (a type of diabetes medicine that also helps with weight loss) is safe and effective for people with spinal cord injury and type 2 diabetes who are not on other glucose-lowering drugs.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06051123Recruiting
Probiotics for ALS and related disorders
This trial tests whether probiotics (healthy bacteria) can help people with ALS. You'll take a probiotic or placebo daily for several months, and researchers will track your symptoms and gut health.
Fredericton, New BrunswickAges 18 years+ - NCT05907239Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for jaw muscle pain
This trial tests whether focused shock wave treatment can reduce chronic jaw pain caused by jaw muscle problems. You might qualify if you have moderate to severe temporomandibular (jaw) pain for at least 3 months.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT05275686RecruitingPhase 2
Fluticasone spray system for long-term ear pressure problems
This Phase 2 study tests a new way of delivering a steroid medicine (fluticasone) through the nose to treat eustachian tube dysfunction, which can cause ear pressure, popping, or discomfort. It may help by reducing swelling around the eustachian tube so the ear can drain and equalize pressure better.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT05462106RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
ACI-24.060 study for early Alzheimer’s in adults and Down syndrome
This Phase 1/2 study tests an Alzheimer’s treatment called ACI-24.060 to see if it affects the disease in people with early Alzheimer’s changes. It includes two groups: older adults with early symptoms and people with Down syndrome who also show Alzheimer’s-related changes on brain scans.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 35–85 - NCT07842146Recruiting
Urolithin a for people with alzheimer's disease
This study tests a dietary supplement called Urolithin A (Mitopure®) to see if it helps people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. You would take the supplement or a placebo, and researchers will track your memory and daily function over time.
PragueAges 55–85 - NCT07599813RecruitingPhase 2
Testing camoteskimab for moderate-to-severe eczema
This study tests a new medication called camoteskimab for adults with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) that hasn't responded well to creams alone. The drug works by targeting a protein in the body that causes eczema symptoms like itching and inflammation.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT06737549RecruitingPhase 4
Electroacupuncture and NGF for swallowing problems after stroke
This study tests whether a specific type of electroacupuncture (a gentle needle therapy with mild electrical pulses) plus a nerve growth factor injection can help people who have trouble swallowing after a recent stroke. The goal is to see if this combination improves swallowing function better than standard care.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07502560RecruitingPhase 4
Shingles vaccine to prevent dementia in Finland
This study tests whether the shingles vaccine can reduce the risk of developing dementia in adults 76 and older living in Finland. You would get the vaccine and then researchers will follow your health records for up to several years to see if it protects your brain.
EspooAges 76 years+ - NCT07472426Recruiting
Creatine for brain and kidney health after exercise in heat
This study tests if taking creatine supplements can protect your brain and kidneys during intense exercise in hot conditions. You'll exercise and have your thinking and kidney function checked afterward.
Cedar Falls, IowaAges 18–45 - NCT07445269Enrolling by invitation
Breathing muscle warm-up for athletes
This study looks at whether warming up your breathing muscles before exercise can help make them stronger during both fast, explosive workouts (like sprinting) and longer, steady endurance exercise (like jogging). It might be a good option for young athletes who want to see if a simple warm-up can boost their performance.
ÇorumAges 14–30 - NCT07432399RecruitingPhase 2
Lidocaine or dexamethasone before colon cancer surgery
This study tests whether giving lidocaine or a high-dose steroid before colon cancer surgery can improve immune function and recovery. The goal is to find a simple, safe way to help your body respond better during surgery.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07423910Recruiting
Numbing injections for better recovery after hernia surgery
This study looks at two types of numbing injections (TAP and RS blocks) to see which helps people recover better after groin hernia surgery. If you are having a planned single-side hernia repair, you might qualify to join.
TampereAges 18 years+ - NCT07297290RecruitingPhase 3
Testing Metformin for Weight Loss in Obesity
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help people with obesity lose weight. It is for people who do not have diabetes and have not used weight loss treatments in the past year.
Enugu, Enugu StateAges 20–59 - NCT07276282RecruitingPhase 3
Ziltivekimab for heart attack patients with artery plaque
This trial tests a new drug called Ziltivekimab to see if it can reduce plaque buildup in the heart arteries after a heart attack. It may help prevent future heart problems by targeting inflammation.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT06900452Recruiting
Pistachio breakfast and brain function in older adults
This study tests whether eating a pistachio-rich breakfast can improve memory and thinking in healthy older adults. If you qualify, you'll eat special breakfast meals and do some computer-based thinking tasks to measure how your brain performs.
Reading, BerkshireAges 65–80 - NCT07135934Recruiting
Can sodium bicarbonate boost finswimming performance?
This trial tests whether taking a single dose of sodium bicarbonate (a common food ingredient) before swimming can help national-level finswimmers perform better. It's for athletes ages 15–30 who train at least four times a week.
Olomouc, Olomouc RegionAges 15–30 - NCT06710405RecruitingPhase 4
Lidocaine for pain relief after children's chest surgery
This trial tests whether giving lidocaine during surgery can reduce pain and speed up recovery in children under 7 having chest surgery with a camera. If it works, it could mean less pain and a faster return to normal after the operation.
SeoulAges 6 months–7 years - NCT06988215Recruiting
Taping and swallowing exercises for stroke patients with swallowing difficulty
This trial tests whether kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the skin) combined with swallowing exercises can help people who have had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. It may improve muscle thickness and swallowing function.
Istanbul, bahçelievlerAges 50–80 - NCT06915701RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Vitamin E for rheumatoid arthritis inflammation
This study tests whether adding vitamin E to standard rheumatoid arthritis treatment can reduce inflammation and disease activity. It is designed for women with early RA who are not getting enough vitamin E from their diet.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 18 years+ - NCT06900972Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Comparing fluids' effect on heart function
This trial compares two types of IV fluids (colloids and crystalloids) to see how they affect heart function. It is open to healthy adults who are not pregnant and have no known medical problems.
Monastir, TunisiaAges 18–60
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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.
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.