Clinical trials
Recovery clinical trials
Below are recruiting recovery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 713 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06391957Recruiting
Spirulina for recovery after hard exercise
This trial tests if taking a spirulina supplement helps your muscles recover faster after a tough workout. You might join if you are healthy, exercise regularly, and don't do formal weightlifting.
ExeterAges 18–40 - NCT07464600Recruiting
CRP testing to predict leaks after colon surgery
This trial checks if a simple blood test for CRP (a marker of inflammation) after colorectal surgery can help predict if a patient might develop a leak where the bowel is reconnected. If you are having planned colon or rectal surgery, this study might be for you.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07508865Recruiting
Sustainable anesthesia for heart bypass surgery
This trial studies a sustainable anesthesia approach for people having planned coronary artery bypass graft surgery (a type of open-heart surgery to improve blood flow to the heart). It aims to see if this method is safe and effective for patients at the study hospital.
Temuco, AraucaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06033599RecruitingPhase 3
Mindfulness and motivation to quit smoking while on methadone
This study combines counseling (motivational interviewing) with mindfulness training (like guided exercises) to help people on methadone quit smoking. It tests if adding mindfulness can make it easier to stop smoking and stay quit.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07457333Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Beta-sitosterol for recovery after a brain aneurysm bleed
This study tests a natural compound called beta-sitosterol (from Gastrodia elata) to see if it can help people recover better after a brain aneurysm bleed. You must have had your aneurysm treated within 48 hours and be in relatively stable condition.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07136363Recruiting
RESTORE study: support for stimulant users leaving jail or prison
This trial tests a smartphone app (DynamiCare) to help people recovering from stimulant use (methamphetamine or cocaine) stay healthy after leaving jail or prison. It also focuses on those at risk for or living with HIV.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07433686Recruiting
Saskatoon Berry Juice for Muscle Recovery
This trial tests whether Saskatoon berry juice helps muscles recover after exercise. It involves healthy adults aged 18–35 who can exercise safely.
Saskatoon, SaskatchewanAges 18–35 - 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+ - NCT05969080Recruiting
Therapy program to support recovery after self-harm
This study looks at a treatment and recovery approach for veterans who have had recent non-suicidal self-injury. It may help by testing ways to reduce self-harm urges and support safer recovery over time.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07019818RecruitingPhase 4
Esmolol vs. sufentanil for recovery after gallbladder surgery
This trial tests two different medicines given during gallbladder surgery to see which one helps you recover better. One medicine (esmolol) controls heart rate, while the other (sufentanil) is a strong painkiller. The goal is to find out which approach leads to a smoother recovery after your surgery.
Brive-la-Gaillarde, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06638723Recruiting
Better walking after leg amputation
This study tests a new training program to help improve walking and balance for people with one leg amputation. You'll visit UNLV six times for practice sessions.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT06776042Recruiting
Nasal polyps and smell loss study
This study looks at why people with nasal polyps lose their sense of smell and how it might come back. You may be able to join if you have had nasal blockage, runny nose, smell loss, or facial pain for at least 12 weeks, have polyps seen inside your nose, and are using a steroid spray regularly.
BrusselsAges 18–70 - NCT07446647RecruitingPhase 1
Tracking Labeled Red Blood Cells After Transfusion
This study tests a special way to label your own red blood cells so doctors can track how long they survive in your body. It helps improve how we measure blood cell recovery after transfusion.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07378215RecruitingPhase 4
Steroids for better recovery after hip replacement
This study tests whether a single dose of steroids (dexamethasone) given during hip replacement surgery can improve your recovery and quality of life. It may help reduce pain and swelling after the procedure.
Genk, LimburgAges 60 years+ - NCT06972199Recruiting
Foot massage or warm water bath for pain after colon cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a foot massage or a warm water foot bath can help reduce pain and improve recovery after laparoscopic surgery for colon cancer.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07370129Enrolling by invitation
Numbing injection for pain after tonsil surgery
This study tests a numbing injection near a nerve in your nose to see if it can reduce pain and help you recover faster after tonsillectomy. It is a non-drug approach that may offer an alternative to strong pain medicines.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 12 years+ - NCT07300800Recruiting
PRP injection for voice after vocal cord surgery
This trial tests if injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) during vocal cord surgery helps your voice heal faster and better. It is for adults with benign growths like polyps or nodules that haven't improved with voice therapy.
Banī Suwayf, EgyptAges 18–50 - NCT06910696Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two nerve blocks for lumbar disc surgery pain
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks to see which one works better for pain control after lumbar disc surgery. It may help reduce pain and the need for strong pain medicines after your operation.
ZagazigAges 21–64 - NCT07282561Recruiting
Nutrition and virtual rehab for older adults with shoulder issues
This study tests whether a virtual reality shoulder exercise program combined with nutritional support helps older adults recover better after surgery. It focuses on people who are frail and have shoulder problems needing surgery.
Rome, RomeAges 60 years+ - NCT07178262RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve block to reduce pain medicine after hysterectomy
This study tests whether a nerve block (an injection near the spine) can help reduce the amount of strong pain medicine you need after a hysterectomy. The goal is to see if it leads to fewer side effects and a smoother recovery.
Islamabad, FederalAges 16–80 - NCT07265973Recruiting
Preparing for recovery after vaginal prolapse surgery
This study tests a program of exercises and education before surgery to see if it helps people recover better after vaginal prolapse repair. It is for people scheduled for specific types of prolapse surgery.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT06275776Recruiting
Wound recovery after total hip replacement
This study tests a new way of closing the wound after hip replacement surgery to see if it helps healing and reduces complications. It is for people having their first total hip replacement through the anterior approach.
Zoetermeer, South HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT06561672Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Pain relief study for day surgery patients
This study tests if a combination of paracetamol and tramadol works as well as fentanyl for preventing pain after day surgeries. The goal is to help patients recover faster with fewer side effects.
Zagazig, Sharqia ProvinceAges 21–65 - NCT07200726Recruiting
Brain inflammation and thinking after heart surgery
This study looks at whether brain inflammation during heart surgery may affect memory and thinking. It includes people aged 60 and older who are having planned heart surgery.
Genk, LimburgAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for recovery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 713 recruiting recovery 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 recovery 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 recovery 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.