Clinical trials
Postoperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,431 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07684508Recruiting
Shorter radiation therapy after surgery for cervical cancer
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation therapy (fewer sessions) after hysterectomy for cervical cancer. It aims to see if it's safe and effective for patients who meet certain criteria based on their tumor type and recovery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06407427Recruiting
Mobile app for recovery after hip, knee, or spine surgery
This study tests whether a mobile app can help with physical therapy after common bone or joint surgeries. You may qualify if you recently had a hip fracture, hip or knee replacement, or spine surgery without paralysis. The app guides your exercises at home.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07743736Recruiting
Aromatherapy and massage after cesarean delivery
This trial tests whether aromatherapy and massage help new mothers recover after a cesarean birth. It may reduce pain and improve well-being after delivery.
Uşak, UşakAges 18–40 - NCT07743294Recruiting
Exercise before breast cancer surgery to reduce arm swelling
This trial tests whether doing specific exercises before breast cancer surgery helps reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) after surgery, and improves quality of life and care needs. You would participate in a supervised exercise program before your surgery and then follow up after.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06067893Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Low dose sedation medicine for pain after scoliosis surgery
This trial tests a low dose of a sedative medicine, dexmedetomidine, given during and after spine surgery to see if it helps with pain. It is for teens and adults with scoliosis having back fusion surgery.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 10–21 - NCT05833048Recruiting
Pain-relief nerve block during cardiac surgery
This study tests whether a numbing “nerve block” placed in the rectus sheath area can reduce pain for people having certain heart surgeries with chest tubes. If you qualify, it may help your comfort during recovery, but it also depends on how suitable you are for local anesthesia.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT07716566Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after kidney transplant
This trial tests a nerve block called a quadroiliac plane block to see if it helps control pain after kidney transplant surgery. If you are having a kidney transplant, this study might help reduce your pain and need for pain medication.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–80 - NCT07336277RecruitingPhase 3
Sleep quality study for hospitalized orthopedic trauma patients
This study tests if a special sleep program can help people with leg or foot injuries sleep better in the hospital. It may show if treatments like zolpidem or melatonin help improve sleep after surgery.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT07734987Recruiting
Root tip surgery accuracy with a 3D-printed guide
This trial tests whether using a custom 3D-printed guide helps make root-end surgery more accurate and improves healing. It may be right for you if you have an infected or damaged root tip that needs surgery.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges 16 years+ - NCT07733128Recruiting
Pain relief with buprenorphine patch after lung surgery
This study tests a skin patch that releases buprenorphine, a pain medicine, to control pain after lung surgery. It may help reduce pain and the need for other pain medicines.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT07731295Recruiting
Pain management study for teens getting wisdom teeth removed
This study looks at how to improve pain management after wisdom tooth extraction. It focuses on teens and young adults who use cannabis regularly, to see how it affects pain and recovery.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 15–20 - NCT06685497Recruiting
Digital app for better recovery after colorectal cancer surgery
This study tests a digital app (the COLORECTUM+ system) to help improve recovery after colorectal cancer surgery. It is designed for patients treated at Renji Hospital in Shanghai.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07534488Recruiting
Pain Relief Nerve Block for Pilonidal Sinus Surgery
This trial tests a pain-relief nerve block (a local anesthetic injection near the spine) during planned pilonidal sinus surgery. The goal is to reduce pain after surgery and improve recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06773780Recruiting
Comparing two pain blocks for TAVI heart valve replacement
This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (pain shots) given before a TAVI procedure to see which one provides better pain relief after surgery. If you are scheduled for a TAVI and meet the health criteria, you may be able to participate.
IstanbulAges 18–85 - NCT06981026Recruiting
Checking if remote health coaching helps before prostate surgery
This study tests whether using a smartphone or computer to get health coaching before prostate cancer surgery helps people recover faster and have better results. You will be asked to exercise and track your health at home while staying connected with your care team.
OlomoucAges 40–80 - NCT06851533Recruiting
Pain relief methods for lumbar microsurgery recovery
This trial compares two different types of nerve blocks to see which one reduces the need for strong pain medicine after lumbar microsurgery. It may help patients have better pain control and fewer side effects from opioids.
IstanbulAges 18–80 - NCT07426796Recruiting
Comparing two pain blocks for pediatric testicle surgery
This trial compares two types of numbing injections for pain after surgery to fix an undescended testicle in young boys. It aims to find which injection works better for comfort during recovery.
IstanbulAges 1–7 - NCT07217899RecruitingPhase 2
Calcium to reduce bleeding after C-section
This trial tests if giving calcium through an IV before a C-section can help reduce blood loss in women at higher risk for heavy bleeding due to the uterus not contracting well.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07721571Recruiting
Pain control after kidney stone surgery via tube site injection
This trial tests whether injecting a numbing medicine into the tube site after kidney stone removal can reduce pain. If you are having this surgery, this approach might help you feel more comfortable afterward.
Çorum, ÇorumAges 18–75 - NCT07723352Enrolling by invitation
Testing Journavx for Thumb Arthritis Surgery Pain
This trial tests a new pain medicine called Journavx (suzetrigine) for people having thumb arthritis surgery. It aims to see how well the medicine controls pain after the operation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40–80 - NCT05425355RecruitingPhase 4
IV versus oral acetaminophen after hip-fracture surgery
This trial compares giving acetaminophen (Tylenol) through a vein versus by mouth after hip-fracture surgery. It may help find which method works better for pain control and recovery in adults.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT07714785Recruiting
EEG-guided anesthesia for better recovery after tonsillectomy
This study tests whether using brain-wave monitoring (EEG) during anesthesia with sevoflurane can reduce the amount of pain medicine needed after tonsillectomy and improve how smoothly children wake up. It could help your child have a more comfortable recovery.
Santiago, RegiónAges 2–8 - NCT06798922RecruitingPhase 3
Flap-sparing radiation for mouth cancer after reconstructive surgery
This trial tests a special radiation technique for people who have had reconstructive surgery for oral cavity cancer. The goal is to see if we can spare the flap (the rebuilt tissue) from high radiation doses to improve healing and quality of life.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07188779RecruitingPhase 2
Impact of a special gel on tonsillectomy recovery in children
This trial tests whether applying a special gel called RADA16 to the surgical site after tonsillectomy (removal of tonsils) can help children heal better and with less pain. It may offer a new way to improve recovery after this common surgery.
Livingston, New JerseyAges 3–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,431 recruiting postoperative 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 postoperative 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 postoperative 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.