Clinical trials
RCT clinical trials
Below are recruiting rct clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 195 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05811624Recruiting
Lifestyle program for weight and chronic low back pain
This trial studies whether a lifestyle change program (often diet and activity habits) can reduce long-lasting low back pain in overweight or obese adults. It also aims to see if people can keep their usual care while adding the lifestyle program.
BrusselsAges 18–65 - NCT05787327RecruitingPhase 2
Chinese Herbal Medicine for COVID-19
This trial tests a combination of two traditional Chinese herbal formulas (Yinqiaosan and Maxingganshitang) to see if they can help people with mild to moderate COVID-19 recover faster. It's for adults who have had symptoms for no more than 3 days and have been diagnosed with a specific Chinese medicine pattern.
Hong KongAges 18–65 - NCT05757739Recruiting
Open debridement versus Tenex for tennis elbow
This trial compares two ways to treat chronic tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). It’s meant to see which option works better for long-lasting pain that affects daily activities.
Burlington, New JerseyAges 18–70 - NCT05701917Recruiting
Clot-busting device versus blood thinners for leg clot
This study compares a clot-removal device (ClotTriever) plus standard care versus standard blood thinners alone for a deep vein clot in the leg. It aims to see which approach better improves leg symptoms and outcomes.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05671406Recruiting
Digital game to help people manage high blood pressure
This study tests whether a sensor-controlled phone/tablet digital game can help people with high blood pressure better take care of their health at home. It may be helpful if you live in a Native American community and are willing to use the technology.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05584046Recruiting
Herbal patch for heel pain
This trial tests a new herbal patch for treating heel pain (plantar fasciitis). The patch is applied to the skin, and the study aims to see if it helps reduce pain.
ShatinAges 18–70 - NCT05551325Recruiting
Resetting sleep timing for ICU patients to support recovery
This study tests a “sleep chronobundle,” a set of sleep and light-timing steps, to improve daily sleep-wake timing in people in the ICU on breathing or blood-pressure support. It also checks whether the body’s sleep rhythms are more aligned during critical illness and over time.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05568069Recruiting
Study of defibrillator implants for non-ischemic weak heart
This study looks at whether implantable defibrillators can reduce dangerous heart rhythms in people with non-ischemic cardiomyopathy (heart weakness not caused by blocked heart arteries), a heart scar, and very low pumping strength despite best treatment. It compares different approaches to choosing which patients should receive these devices.
High Wycombe, BuckinghamshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05527548RecruitingPhase 4
Alendronate for knee recovery after ACL surgery
This trial tests whether alendronate, a drug commonly used for bone health, can improve knee function and recovery after ACL surgery. It is for people having their first ACL repair.
ShatinAges 14 years+ - NCT05461326Recruiting
Compare two tendon grafts for ACL surgery recovery
This study compares two ways to rebuild the ACL using different tendon grafts (quadriceps tendon vs patellar tendon) taken from your own body. It aims to learn which option leads to better recovery after ACL reconstruction, including strength and function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 14–65 - NCT05434637Recruiting
Somatosensory tinnitus treatment study
This study tests a physical therapy approach for people whose tinnitus (ringing in the ears) can be changed by moving their head, neck, or jaw. It aims to see if this treatment can reduce the bothersome nature of the sound.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05442957Recruiting
BRIGHT program after head and neck cancer treatment
This trial tests a “renewed image” program (BRIGHT) compared with another option (AC) after you’ve finished treatment for certain head and neck cancers. It may help you with emotional well-being and adjustment after cancer.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05421455Recruiting
Early vs delayed surgery for Crohn’s bowel narrowing
This study compares two timing choices for surgery in people with Crohn’s disease who have bowel narrowing (strictures) causing blockage symptoms. The goal is to see whether operating earlier leads to better control of symptoms and inflammation when other treatments haven’t worked.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–60 - NCT05187650Recruiting
Powered exoskeleton plus electrical stimulation for incomplete spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a powered walking exoskeleton together with electrical muscle stimulation (FES) can improve walking and movement in people with long-term, incomplete spinal cord injury. It may help you stand and walk more safely and effectively than standard care alone.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18 years+ - NCT05391828Recruiting
Testing a new knee robot and app support for knee arthritis
This study looks at whether a robot-assisted knee replacement plus remote tracking with an Apple Watch and a smartphone app helps people do better after surgery. You may be eligible if you’re an adult getting a planned (not replacement) knee surgery for arthritis and can use the required devices.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05398276Recruiting
Coaching for exercise anxiety through body-sensation exposure
This study tests whether a behavioral training approach that helps you become more comfortable with body sensations during exercise can reduce exercise anxiety. It may help people who are less active because they feel anxious when exercising.
East Brunswick, New JerseyAges 40 years+ - NCT05306899RecruitingPhase 3
IV ketamine for chronic daily headaches
This trial tests whether an IV dose of ketamine can reduce chronic daily headaches and is safe for people with this condition. It may help by lowering headache frequency and severity, but it also has several medicine and health-related safety checks.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT05292612Recruiting
Coach vs clinician self-help for social anxiety
This trial tests whether two different self-help programs (one guided by a coach and one by a clinician) can improve generalized social anxiety. You may be able to use an evidence-based approach at home, with the goal of reducing fear and avoidance in social situations.
ShatinAges 18–100 - NCT05288790RecruitingPhase 2
Study how gut chemicals and alcohol affect heart risk in HIV
This Phase 2 study looks at how “microbiome metabolites” (chemicals from gut bacteria) and alcohol may affect heart and blood vessel risk in people living with HIV. If you qualify, you may be asked to follow a study plan to see how these factors change health markers related to cardiovascular disease.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–89 - NCT05279092RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two pain-control injections for knee replacement surgery
This Phase 2 study compares two ways of reducing nerve pain after knee replacement surgery (total knee arthroplasty). It looks at whether steroid-enhanced pain medicine works better than a different numbing injection to improve recovery and comfort.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05148494RecruitingPhase 4
Enema versus drink for bowel prep before rectal surgery
This trial compares two bowel-clearing methods—an enema given through the rectum versus an oral (by mouth) mechanical bowel prep—during a specific type of rectal surgery. It aims to find which method works better and is easier or safer for patients.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–75 - NCT05098665Recruiting
Home monitoring to help prevent hospital stays for ATTR heart disease
This trial tests whether using home weight/health tracking can help people with ATTR cardiomyopathy avoid going to the hospital. It may help by catching fluid build-up or worsening earlier so treatment can be adjusted sooner.
London, LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT05097586Recruiting
At-home brain stimulation trial for depression during pregnancy
This trial tests whether doing at-home, noninvasive brain stimulation (tDCS) can reduce depression symptoms during pregnancy. It may help people who are in a depressive episode but prefer not to take antidepressant medication right now.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05066347Recruiting
Remote heart monitoring after fainting discharge from the ER
This trial studies whether remote heart monitoring after an ER visit for fainting (syncope) can help identify dangerous heart problems. You may be enrolled only if your fainting episode seems medium- to high-risk and you’re being sent home from the ER.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for rct?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 195 recruiting rct 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 rct 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 rct 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.