Clinical trials
Postpartum Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting postpartum pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 21 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07096661Enrolling by invitation
Pain education for labor and postpartum pain
This study tests a way of teaching about pain (called pain science education) to help healthcare professionals better support women during labor and after birth. If you are a healthcare professional who works with pregnant or new mothers, this trial may be for you.
BournemouthAges Any age - NCT07447609Recruiting
Reiki for breastfeeding, pain and comfort after C-section
This study tests whether Reiki, a gentle energy therapy, can help with breastfeeding, reduce pain, and improve comfort after a C-section. If you qualify, you would receive Reiki sessions and be monitored for its effects.
SamsunAges 18–45 - NCT07102641RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing pain relief methods after c-section
This study compares two ways of giving pain medication after a cesarean section to see which works better. It may help find the best approach to manage pain after surgery while reducing the need for stronger medications.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16 years+ - NCT06221280Enrolling by invitation
Nerve blocks for pain after cesarean and depression
This study tests whether a nerve block (extra numbing medicine) given during a cesarean section can help with pain after delivery and may reduce the risk of postpartum depression. The trial compares the nerve block to standard care.
Kahramanmaraş, KahramanmaraşAges 18 years+ - NCT06284278Recruiting
Telehealth exercise for postpartum pelvic pain
This study compares two types of exercise done at home through telehealth sessions to see which better reduces pelvic pain after pregnancy. It may help you if you have ongoing pain in your lower back or pelvic area that started during pregnancy or after childbirth.
Tainan, TaiwanAges 20–65 - NCT06568289Recruiting
Numbing medicines for pain after childbirth with a cut
This trial tests two numbing medicines (lidocaine and bupivacaine) to see which works better for pain after a cut (episiotomy) during childbirth. If you are having your first baby and deliver vaginally with an episiotomy, you may be able to join and receive a local injection for pain relief.
CairoAges 18–40 - NCT06469632Recruiting
Radiofrequency for pelvic pain after first vaginal birth
This trial tests whether a non-surgical treatment called radiofrequency can help relieve pelvic pain that starts after a first vaginal birth. The study focuses on a type of muscle pain called myofascial pain syndrome.
Alcalá de Henares, MadridAges 18–45 - NCT05400382Recruiting
Mindfulness for depression and pain after cesarean delivery
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help new mothers manage pain and depression after a planned cesarean delivery. You might be eligible if you are a woman of color or non-Hispanic White with a history of depression and are scheduled for a planned C-section.
Champaign, IllinoisAges 18–45 - NCT06921174RecruitingPhase 2
Pelvic pain relief after childbirth: massage vs device
This study compares two non-surgical therapies for postpartum perineal pain: traditional perineal massage versus a small silicone device used inside the vagina. If you have persistent pain after a vaginal birth and have not tried other treatments yet, this trial may help you find relief.
Murcia, MurciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07593183Recruiting
Spine exercises and telehealth for postpartum lower back pain
This trial tests whether guided spine-strengthening exercises (done at home via video or in-person) can reduce lower back pain and improve posture in women recovering from childbirth. Researchers measure the curve of your lower spine and track pain relief over time.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07576244Recruiting
Core exercises and massage therapy for postpartum back pain
This study tests whether core-strengthening exercises combined with a hands-on massage technique called myofascial induction therapy can help reduce back pain after vaginal delivery. It may help you recover faster and manage pain without medication.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–45 - NCT07703917Recruiting
TENS for Uterine Pain During Breastfeeding
This study tests if a gentle electrical device (TENS) can help reduce uterine pain women sometimes feel during breastfeeding after giving birth. The results could offer a drug-free way to manage this discomfort.
NazarethAges 18 years+ - NCT07090018Enrolling by invitation
A single session to help manage pain after C-section
This trial tests a one-time class (called Empowered Relief) for women who still have pain 6 weeks after a cesarean delivery. The goal is to see if this session helps reduce ongoing pain and improve recovery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 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 - NCT06617949RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Pain Control Study for New Mothers on Opioid Medication
This study looks at better ways to manage pain after childbirth for mothers who are taking medication for opioid use disorder. It aims to find which pain control method works best and is safest for you and your baby.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–40 - NCT07304037Enrolling by invitation
Skin-to-skin contact after birth for pain and satisfaction
This study looks at whether holding your baby skin-to-skin right after birth can help reduce your pain, improve your satisfaction with the birth, and affect your vital signs. If you had a healthy, full-term pregnancy and a vaginal birth without pain medication, you may be able to join.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06393608RecruitingPhase 2
Epsom salt compresses for postpartum perineal relief
This study tests whether warm compresses with Epsom salt can soothe pain and swelling in the vaginal area after childbirth. It's for mothers who had a vaginal delivery and are staying in one of the three participating hospitals.
Chicoutimi, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07526038Recruiting
Physical therapy for postpartum pelvic joint pain
This study tests whether a hands-on movement technique combined with core exercises helps postpartum mothers with sacroiliac joint pain (a pain in the lower back/buttock area). The research compares this combined approach to see if it reduces pain and improves function.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT06723353Recruiting
Combined therapy for belly separation in new mothers
This trial tests if a gentle hands-on treatment (visceral manipulation) plus special tape (kinesio taping) can help close the gap in your belly muscles, reduce pain, stop bladder leaks, and improve your pelvic floor strength and overall well-being after childbirth.
Karachi, SindhAges 35–45 - NCT07292649Recruiting
Labor pain relief and postpartum depression risk
This study looks at how your expectations about pain relief during labor might affect your mood after giving birth. Researchers will follow you after delivery to see if there is a link between your hopes for pain management and the risk of postpartum depression.
Padova, VenetoAges 18 years+ - NCT05009433Recruiting
Exercise plans in pregnancy and afterward for mom and baby health
This study compares two types of exercise—short, intense intervals versus moderate steady activity—during pregnancy and looks at effects on mothers and children. It also checks how participants do on health, fitness, and well-being tests before, during, and after pregnancy.
Gdansk, Pomeranian VoivodeshipAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postpartum pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 21 recruiting postpartum pain 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 postpartum pain 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 postpartum pain 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.