Clinical trials
Stretching clinical trials
Below are recruiting stretching 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
- NCT06454864Recruiting
Exercise and Diet for Breast Cancer Survivors
This study tests whether a 6-month program combining weekly supervised exercise and dietary advice can improve health in breast cancer survivors who have completed initial treatments. It aims to help with weight, heart health, and overall well-being.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT06387732Recruiting
Exercise for depression: how it works
This trial looks at how physical activity helps improve mood in people with moderate depression. You will be asked to take part in either brisk walking or stretching sessions, so the researchers can measure changes in your depression symptoms and brain function.
LondonAges 18–60 - NCT07454356Recruiting
Device to help knee bending after replacement
This study tests a non-surgical device called Knee Flexionater to help people who have limited knee bending after total knee replacement. The goal is to improve knee motion and avoid a second surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 40 years+ - NCT07294651Recruiting
Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
SivasAges 18–70 - NCT07248514Recruiting
Pilates for kids with backpack-related back pain
This study tests if Pilates exercises can help children aged 12-16 who have back pain and poor posture from carrying heavy backpacks.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 12–16 - NCT06864780Recruiting
Posture exercises for forward head posture in device users
This trial tests if posture correction exercises can help fix forward head posture caused by heavy smartphone or laptop use. It is for people who spend at least 2-3 hours daily on their devices and have not had treatment for this condition before.
Malakand, KpkAges 18–40 - NCT07622732Enrolling by invitation
Biofeedback training for constipation caused by pelvic muscle tension
This study tests whether biofeedback—a technique that shows you real-time information about your pelvic muscles—can help women with constipation caused by muscles that don't relax properly during bowel movements. You'll learn to relax these muscles with visual feedback from a machine.
Giza, Cairo GovernorateAges 35–65 - NCT07260630Enrolling by invitation
Hamstring tightness relief study
This trial tests different massage-type techniques to see which helps tight hamstrings best. If you are between 18 and 30 and have stiff hamstrings, this may help find a quick, drug-free solution.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–30 - NCT06345937Recruiting
Heart health lifestyle program for women with multiple risks
This study tests whether a weekly, 24-week lifestyle program at the University of Toronto can improve heart health in women who have several risk factors like being inactive, having a BMI of 25 or higher, and additional issues like high waist circumference or conditions like high blood pressure or pre-diabetes.
Toronto, OntarioAges 30 years+ - NCT07061782Recruiting
Neck stretching techniques for IT workers with upper cross syndrome
This trial compares two types of stretching exercises to see which one helps reduce neck and shoulder pain in IT professionals with upper cross syndrome. It may help you move better and feel less pain from long hours at the computer.
IslamabadAges 20–40 - NCT07419412Recruiting
Strength and mobility study in elite artistic swimmers
This study measures strength and joint flexibility in top-level artistic swimmers from the Spanish national team to understand how these abilities change across different age groups. It helps coaches and doctors design better training programs.
PontevedraAges 14–50 - NCT07248475Recruiting
Battle rope training for elbow pain and stiffness after injury
This study tests whether battle rope exercises can help children ages 8–15 with elbow stiffness and pain after an injury. It aims to improve movement and reduce discomfort.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–15 - NCT07711041Recruiting
Comparing three treatments for chronic neck pain
This trial compares three therapies—integrated neuromuscular inhibition, dry cupping, and dry needling—to see which works best for long-lasting mechanical neck pain. It may help if you have had neck pain for over six months with trigger points in your upper shoulder muscle.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT07497217Recruiting
Change in runner screening test over 12 weeks
This study looks at how a screening test for runners changes over 12 weeks. It is for senior runners who are members of a running club and have completed several 10-kilometer races recently.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 18 years+ - NCT06197685Recruiting
Combining treatments to improve memory in multiple sclerosis
This trial tests a combination of two approaches to help people with MS improve memory and learning. If you have mild-to-moderate mobility issues and are not very active, you may be able to join.
East Hanover, New JerseyAges 18–70 - NCT06404268RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Helping stroke survivors regain ankle movement with exercise
This study tests whether gentle leg exercises can help people recovering from a recent stroke. The focus is on improving ankle movement and strength on the weak side.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 30–85 - NCT06465290Recruiting
Brain recovery treatment for recent stroke with ankle stiffness
This trial tests a treatment to help your brain recover after a stroke. It focuses on improving ankle movement and leg strength using exercises that promote brain rewiring.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 30–85 - NCT02359253Recruiting
Robot-assisted arm therapy after a recent stroke
This study tests whether robot-guided therapy can improve arm and hand recovery after a stroke. You may be a candidate if your stroke was recent and you still have certain levels of arm weakness and movement.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT04445545Recruiting
Laser treatment for tight neck trigger points
This trial tests whether high-intensity laser therapy applied to specific “trigger points” in the neck muscles can help people with painful tight spots. You may be eligible if you have those trigger points and meet safety rules about recent neck/shoulder problems and skin and nerve conditions.
Santiago, Las CondesAges 18 years+ - NCT04596852Recruiting
Testing a new stiffness and spasticity measuring method in children
This study checks whether a special device can reliably measure muscle stiffness and spasticity (tight, overactive muscles) in children. It includes children with cerebral palsy and healthy children to compare measurements and improve accuracy.
Saint-Fargeau-PonthierryAges 7–18 - NCT04877444RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Exercise program to improve arm recovery after stroke
This early-stage trial tests a special exercise approach meant to “prime” the brain and improve arm movement after a stroke. You may be eligible if you’re 6+ months out from a one-sided stroke and can safely do an exercise test.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 50–90 - NCT05384093Recruiting
ERMI Shoulder Flexionater outcomes for stiff, painful shoulders
This trial studies how well the ERMI Shoulder Flexionater helps improve shoulder motion and pain. It includes people with frozen shoulder, people who are still stiff after shoulder surgery, and people needing a repeat procedure to treat stiffness.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05555394Recruiting
Body Awareness Therapy for Fibromyalgia Symptoms
This trial studies whether a therapy focused on body awareness can improve symptoms in people with fibromyalgia. It also checks certain biological markers to better understand how fibromyalgia may change over time.
Igualada, BarcelonaAges 18–65 - NCT05571033Recruiting
Training the ankle reflex in adults with spastic cerebral palsy
This study tests a method to retrain a reflex in the ankle to help reduce muscle tightness and improve movement in adults with spastic cerebral palsy. You would do controlled practice during the study while your usual medical care stays stable.
White Plains, New YorkAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stretching?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 122 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.