Clinical trials
Self-management clinical trials
Below are recruiting self-management clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 122 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04484272Recruiting
Phone app for stress and pain self-management in sickle cell
This study tests whether an m-health (phone) app that teaches stress and pain self-management can help adults with sickle cell disease manage moderate to severe pain. You may be able to use the app alongside your usual care, especially if you’ve had significant pain recently.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–99 - NCT04441203Recruiting
Virtual clinic for managing heart failure at home
This trial tests a virtual “heart failure clinic” and home heart monitoring to help people manage symptoms and outcomes. It may help by catching problems earlier and guiding safer self-care between doctor visits.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05600465Recruiting
Therapy program for managing multiple long-term health conditions
This trial tests a combination of behavioral activation and occupational therapy to help people with multiple chronic conditions set and work toward activity goals. It aims to improve daily functioning by supporting self-management and activity planning.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 60 years+ - NCT05631743Recruiting
VR therapy with Inuit participants in Montreal
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) CBT—a type of talk therapy delivered through a VR experience—can help mental health. It specifically looks for Inuit participants in Montreal who meet safety and eligibility checks.
Montreal, QuebecAges 14–60 - NCT06098586Recruiting
Nerve surgery vs exercise for wrist arthritis
This study compares two treatments for wrist arthritis: a surgery that cuts certain wrist nerves to stop pain signals, versus structured hand exercises. It may help if you have chronic wrist pain from a specific type of arthritis and haven't had previous wrist nerve surgery.
MalmöAges 18 years+ - NCT07391072Recruiting
App for support while waiting for mental health care
This study tests if a waitlist app called Stappvoorstap helps people while they wait for mental health treatment. It aims to see if using the app improves well-being during the waiting period.
Almere Stad, FlevolandAges 18 years+ - NCT05572177Recruiting
Smartphone app to help manage asthma day to day
This trial tests whether a smartphone app can help people with ongoing (persistent) asthma manage their symptoms and care more effectively. You may be asked to use the app regularly during the study.
Tampa, FloridaAges 12–17 - NCT07312786Recruiting
Virtual app for breast and colorectal cancer survivors
This study tests if a virtual app can help people who have finished treatment for breast or colorectal cancer feel supported and stay healthy. It looks at whether using the app is easy and helpful for cancer survivors.
Saint John, New BrunswickAges 18 years+ - NCT05756829Recruiting
Virtual education program for adults with type 1 diabetes
This study tests a 6-month online education and support program to help adults manage type 1 diabetes using insulin pump therapy or multiple daily insulin shots. It may help you improve understanding, day-to-day decision-making, and diabetes self-care with ongoing check-ins.
Kitchener, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06919133Enrolling by invitation
Using smartphone markers to manage depression symptoms
This study tests whether using a smartphone app to track your mood and behavior can help you manage depression symptoms better. You'll use digital tools to monitor your own progress and learn self-management strategies.
FrederiksbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07064551Recruiting
Combining medical and community support for depression
This study tests a new way of combining medical care with community support for middle-aged and older adults who have depression and are waiting for mental health services. The goal is to see if this team approach can help improve mood and well-being while you wait.
Hong KongAges 45 years+ - NCT06524973Recruiting
Telehealth coaching for pancreatic cancer survivors and caregivers
This study tests if telehealth coaching sessions with a nurse can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer and their family caregivers feel better and manage daily life. You and your caregiver will be coached together online to improve your quality of life.
Arcadia, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06001541Recruiting
Web program for veterans and caregivers managing health
This study tests a web program to help Veterans and their caregivers work together to manage long-term health conditions like pain, diabetes, or depression. You will join with your live-in caregiver to learn self-management skills online.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07353034Recruiting
Social Support for COPD Self-Management
This trial studies whether social support from friends, family, or community can help you better manage your COPD at home. You'll be asked to use online tools and report how you're doing.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 40 years+ - NCT04953364Recruiting
Tech-based self-management support after a leg amputation
This study tests a technology-based program to help people manage rehabilitation after a lower-limb amputation. It may help by giving structured support for day-to-day care and prosthesis use.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT05056129Recruiting
Phone game to help you manage heart failure
This trial tests whether a sensor-connected digital game (played on a phone) can help people manage heart failure day-to-day. It’s for adults who recently needed hospitalization and are able to do light activity and use a phone.
Austin, TexasAges 45 years+ - NCT05268523Recruiting
Online self-management program for long COVID symptoms
This trial tests an online self-management program to help people cope with long COVID symptoms in everyday life. It may help if you’re struggling with ongoing symptoms like mood changes, memory/thinking issues, or physical problems after COVID.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05293756Recruiting
Helping African American adults take blood pressure medicines consistently
This study tests whether a technology-based program (like a smartphone app or videos) can help you take your blood pressure medicines more reliably and improve blood pressure control. It mainly targets adults who need help staying on a multi-drug treatment plan.
Cleveland, OhioAges 50 years+ - NCT05348863Recruiting
Digital coaching for self-care in gestational diabetes
This trial studies a digital (phone or online) platform meant to help people manage gestational diabetes during pregnancy. If you qualify, you may be asked to use the tool to support daily self-care and decision-making.
LinköpingAges 18–50 - NCT05416060Recruiting
Digital diabetes coaching for Spanish- or English-speaking adults
This study tests a phone/text-based program to help adults with type 2 diabetes manage their health better. It’s designed for Hispanic/Latino people who may have higher blood sugar based on a recent HbA1c level.
Chula Vista, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05440825Recruiting
Virtual reality relaxation for stress and sleep problems
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) relaxation can help people who are dealing with stress and sleep problems while receiving mental health treatment. It may help by teaching calming skills through guided VR exercises.
EnschedeAges 18 years+ - NCT05722236Recruiting
Peer support program to help people manage stress from IBD
This trial tests a “peer-to-peer” support program to help adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) manage psychological distress (stress and emotional strain). It may help you cope better during major life or treatment changes related to IBD.
Halifax, N.S.Ages 18–99 - NCT05958316Recruiting
Tool to help teens and young adults manage cancer symptoms
This study tests a practical check-in tool that helps adolescents and young adults track and manage symptoms from cancer or cancer treatment. It may help you better handle symptoms day to day during ongoing treatment.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 15–29 - NCT06097091Recruiting
Pain education for fibromyalgia patients
This trial tests if learning about how your brain and nerves process pain can help reduce fibromyalgia symptoms. You will attend sessions that teach you about the science of pain and how to manage it better.
TaipeiAges 18–64
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for self-management?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 122 recruiting self-management 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 self-management 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 self-management 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.