Clinical trials
Stretching clinical trials
Below are recruiting stretching clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 119 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07724470Recruiting
Stretching techniques for neck and arm pain
This study tests two types of stretching to see which one works better for neck pain that spreads into the arm. If you have had this pain for more than a month, this trial might help find a way to move better and feel less pain.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–60 - NCT07754214Recruiting
Exercise program for chronic heel pain
This study tests a supervised exercise program that combines balance (proprioception) and strengthening exercises to relieve chronic heel pain from plantar fasciitis. It may help improve foot function and reduce pain.
Karaman, KaramanAges 18–65 - NCT06658327Recruiting
Stretching for knee arthritis in postmenopausal women
This study compares two types of stretching to see which better reduces pain and improves movement in postmenopausal women with knee osteoarthritis. It may help you find a simple, drug-free way to manage your symptoms.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–65 - NCT07642089Recruiting
Stretching and strength training for restless legs in pregnancy
This study tests whether gentle stretching and strength exercises can help pregnant women with restless leg syndrome—a condition that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs and disrupts sleep. The goal is to see if these exercises reduce symptoms and improve sleep quality during pregnancy.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07579039Recruiting
Stretching and tape for pregnancy back pain
This study tests whether combining stretching exercises with special therapeutic tape can safely reduce lower back pain during pregnancy. If it works, it could offer pregnant women a non-medication option to feel better.
Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT06487741Recruiting
Stretching at home for fibromyalgia pain relief
This study tests whether a simple home stretching program can help relieve fibromyalgia symptoms. You would be asked to do stretches at home and report how you feel.
AalborgAges 18–60 - NCT06888895Recruiting
Stretching for tight hamstrings in low back pain
This study compares two types of hamstring stretching techniques (passive vs. active-passive) to see which one improves flexibility more in people with chronic low back pain. It may help you if your hamstrings feel tight and your pain has lasted at least 3 months.
Cébazat, FranceAges 18–65 - NCT06469346Enrolling by invitation
Eccentric Exercise vs. Stretching for Hamstring Flexibility
This study compares two ways to improve hamstring flexibility in men who are not very active: eccentric (lengthening) exercises vs. static stretching. If you have tight hamstrings and are a healthy university student, this trial may help you find which method works better.
Temuco, CautínAges 18–35 - NCT07729774Recruiting
Spray-and-stretch vs. gentle pressure for back pain
This study compares two hands-on techniques—spray-and-stretch and strain-counterstrain—to see which better relieves nonspecific low back pain. It may help if you have muscle-related back pain without nerve problems or other serious conditions.
Multan, Punjab ProvinceAges 35–50 - NCT07703332Recruiting
Stretching methods for arm pain from overuse
This study tests two different stretching techniques to see which one better relieves arm pain and improves movement in people with overuse injuries. It may help you if you have long-lasting discomfort from repetitive activities like typing or manual work.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–50 - NCT06648070Recruiting
Exercises for Upper Cross Syndrome in IT Workers
This study compares two types of physical therapy exercises to see which helps IT professionals with Upper Cross Syndrome (rounded shoulders and forward head posture) feel better. If you qualify, you'll get free treatment and help improve your posture and pain.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT06686290Recruiting
Stretching exercises for levator scapulae pain
This trial compares two stretching techniques to relieve chronic neck and shoulder blade pain caused by tight levator scapulae muscles. It may help you if you have had this pain for at least 3 months and have trouble turning or tilting your head.
Daska Kalan, Punjab ProvinceAges 24–59 - NCT07645014Recruiting
Physical Therapy for PCOS Pain and Irregular Periods
This study compares two hands-on physical therapy techniques to see if they help reduce period pain and improve symptoms in women with PCOS (a hormone condition affecting the ovaries). You'll receive either neurodynamic stretching or myofascial release therapy to see which works better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07609407Recruiting
Pelvic Stability Training After Stroke for Leg Function
This study tests whether special exercises focused on stabilizing your pelvis (hip area) can help improve leg strength and movement after a stroke. The training is designed for people in the early recovery phase who are learning to stand and walk again.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–60 - NCT07576296Recruiting
Shoulder exercises for rounded shoulders after pregnancy
This study tests whether specific shoulder blade exercises and stretches can help new mothers with rounded shoulders and shoulder discomfort. It aims to improve posture and reduce pain during the postpartum period.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–35 - NCT06736756Recruiting
Stretching hip muscle to help with knee pain
This trial tests if stretching the tensor fascia lata muscle (near your hip) changes how the muscle on the inside of your kneecap works. It is for people who have front knee pain without a specific injury, especially when doing things like running, squatting, or climbing stairs.
CairoAges 18–30 - NCT06747741Recruiting
Stretching vs. physical therapy for restless leg syndrome in seniors
This study compares a special stretching technique (PNF) with standard physical therapy to see which better relieves restless leg syndrome symptoms in people aged 60 and older. It may help reduce the uncomfortable urge to move your legs at night.
IslamabadAges 60 years+ - NCT07526012Recruiting
Stretching techniques for buttock pain from pinched nerve
This study compares two stretching methods to treat piriformis syndrome, a condition where a muscle in your buttock pinches a nerve. The trial tests whether one stretching approach works better than the other for reducing pain.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–55 - NCT07472010Recruiting
Jaw Stretching with Slow Breathing for Calmness
This study tests whether doing a simple jaw-stretching exercise along with a slow breathing pattern (breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4, breathe out for 8) can help calm your body's 'fight or flight' system. It is designed for healthy students who want to try relaxation techniques.
Konya, KonyaAges 18–30 - NCT07467837Recruiting
Preventing stretch marks during pregnancy
This study tests a cream called Stratamark to see if it can prevent stretch marks on the belly during pregnancy. You apply the cream as directed and complete surveys online about your experience.
BrisbaneAges 18 years+ - NCT06791733Recruiting
Stretching between sets for better muscle results
This study tests whether stretching between sets of exercises can improve muscle performance. It is for healthy men who have experience with resistance training.
Palermo, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07426562Recruiting
Stretching vs. Dry Needling for Tight Hamstrings in Chronic Back Pain
This trial tests two treatments for tight hamstrings in people with long-lasting low back pain: a special stretch and dry needling (thin needles placed in trigger points). It aims to find which helps reduce tightness and pain.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 20–50 - NCT06820073Recruiting
Stretching study for office workers with neck or back pain
This study tests if a gentle stretching method using a special hammock can help reduce neck and back discomfort for people who sit at work. It's looking for volunteers who have some aches but no serious diagnoses.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 18–65 - NCT07350434Recruiting
Hip exercises during nerve stretching
This trial tests whether moving your hip in different directions (like bringing your leg in or out) while doing nerve stretches can affect flexibility in healthy, active adults. If you exercise regularly and have had no recent injuries, this may be a fit.
DijonAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stretching?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 119 recruiting stretching 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 stretching 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 stretching 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.