Clinical trials
Post-Traumatic clinical trials
Below are recruiting post-traumatic clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 183 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05491538Recruiting
Work skills training for Veterans living with serious mental illness
This study tests whether a social-skills training program designed for work goals is doable and helpful for Veterans with serious mental illness. It focuses on improving work-related coping and interactions while you receive supported services through the VA.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05517304Recruiting
Noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation for PTSD symptoms
This trial tests whether a noninvasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve through the skin can reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans. It may help calm stress responses without requiring surgery.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–75 - NCT05560113Recruiting
Study uses brain stimulation to disrupt fear memory in PTSD
This study tests a brain stimulation approach to affect how fear memories “stick” after they are formed. If you have PTSD, it may help reduce fear-related learning, but you must meet several safety and health criteria.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT05603728Recruiting
Follow-up study for Exactech shoulder implants after surgery
This study follows people who get (or already had) a shoulder replacement to see how the implant is doing over time. It may help improve future care by tracking long-term performance and safety.
Laguna Woods, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05610878RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell help to improve fat grafting results
This early-phase study tests whether “preconditioned” stem cells from fat tissue can improve the look of fat transferred during liposuction and grafting. If you qualify, you may receive stem cells along with fat grafting to see how well it works and how safe it is.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–50 - NCT05637879RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Glecaprevir for PTSD symptoms in Veterans
This Phase 2/3 study tests whether glecaprevir/pibrentasvir can reduce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. It may help Veterans whose PTSD is still affecting daily life, alongside any allowed standard care.
White River Junction, VermontAges 19–70 - NCT05674617Recruiting
PTSD treatment for Veterans with serious mental illness
This trial tests a PTSD treatment approach for Veterans who also have a serious mental illness, aiming to improve day-to-day functioning. It includes Veterans who receive outpatient mental health care through the VA and have confirmed PTSD in the last month.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05848622Recruiting
Gait retraining after ACL surgery for fast knee recovery
This trial tests a walking (gait) rehabilitation program to improve how you move after ACL reconstruction. It may help if you are still having walking mechanics issues in the months to years after surgery.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 16–35 - NCT05889741RecruitingPhase 2
Stellate nerve block plus prolonged therapy for PTSD symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests whether a procedure called a stellate ganglion block, combined with prolonged exposure therapy, can reduce PTSD symptoms in military members. It may help by targeting the body’s stress signaling while you work on trauma-related memories with guided therapy.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT05927324Recruiting
Video-based therapy coaching for mothers and young children
This trial tests a coach-guided, video feedback therapy method to help mothers and their young children. It is meant for mothers (biological) of children aged 12 to 54 months who have lived together most of the child’s life.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18–50 - NCT06002633Recruiting
Alcohol effects and brain responses in PTSD
This study explores how people with PTSD respond to alcohol and how their brains handle approach or avoidance situations. You may participate if you drink alcohol occasionally and are between 21 and 60 years old.
Austin, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT06035809Recruiting
Smart treatment study for PTSD using brain activity feedback
This study tests a new therapy called SMART, which uses brain imaging to help regulate arousal linked to PTSD. It aims to see if combining brain feedback with therapy reduces PTSD symptoms.
London, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06088303Recruiting
Improving PTSD treatment through better communication
This study tests if improving how you talk with your doctor can make PTSD treatment work better. You can join if you have PTSD and have been on stable medications for at least 4 weeks.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06096259RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing knee arthritis after ACL injury
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can prevent arthritis after an ACL injury. If you are planning to have ACL surgery soon, you may be able to join.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–45 - NCT06117306RecruitingPhase 3
MDMA therapy and PTSD in veterans
This study tests if combining MDMA with therapy can help veterans with PTSD. The treatment involves taking MDMA during therapy sessions while focusing on past trauma.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - NCT06194851RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin nasal spray plus couples therapy for Veterans with PTSD
This study tests whether a nasal spray of oxytocin (a natural hormone) can boost the effects of a brief couples therapy for Veterans with PTSD. You and your partner would receive either the spray or a placebo (inactive spray) during therapy sessions to see if it helps reduce PTSD symptoms and improve relationship satisfaction.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06278558Recruiting
How mindset affects growth after cancer diagnosis
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings during early cancer treatment may lead to personal growth. It involves filling out questionnaires about your experience.
ValenciennesAges 18 years+ - NCT06279598Recruiting
Predicting PTSD treatment success and handling non-response (PT-STRESS)
This study looks at how well PTSD treatments work and what happens when they don't. It tests ways to predict if a treatment will be successful for you.
DeventerAges 18–65 - NCT06296186Recruiting
PTSD treatment for veterans in substance use recovery
This trial tests a condensed form of prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD in veterans who are also receiving treatment for a substance use disorder. The goal is to help you process trauma and reduce substance use together.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06296589Recruiting
Guilt Reduction vs. Prolonged Exposure for PTSD in Veterans
This study compares two types of talk therapy for Veterans with PTSD who also struggle with trauma-related guilt. One therapy focuses on reducing guilt, while the other is a standard trauma-focused treatment.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06298279Recruiting
Online CBT for public safety personnel in Canada
This study tests an online therapy program (cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT) designed specifically for public safety personnel. It looks at how the timing of the course and learning from others affects your progress. You can join from anywhere in Canada.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 18 years+ - NCT06311513RecruitingPhase 4
Concentrated bone marrow injection during repeat ACL surgery
This study tests whether adding a concentrated bone marrow injection during repeat ACL surgery helps healing and recovery better than surgery alone. If you have had a previous ACL reconstruction that failed, you may be eligible.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–55 - NCT06332209Recruiting
Telehealth vs. in-person therapy for trauma in Puerto Rican youth
This trial compares two ways of giving a type of therapy called Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to children and teens in Puerto Rico who have been through a traumatic event and have post-traumatic stress symptoms. One group receives therapy in person at a clinic, and the other group receives therapy through video calls (telehealth), to see which works better.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 7–18 - NCT06419959Recruiting
NightWare watch for better sleep and heart health in veterans with PTSD
This study tests if a special watch (NightWare) can help veterans with PTSD who have nightmares sleep better and improve heart health. The watch vibrates gently during nightmares to reduce them without waking you up.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 22–88
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for post-traumatic?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 183 recruiting post-traumatic 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 post-traumatic 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 post-traumatic 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.