Clinical trials
TCM clinical trials
Below are recruiting tcm clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 30 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06780293RecruitingPhase 2
Laser acupuncture for dry eye and Sjogren's dry eye
This study tests if laser acupuncture can help people with dry eye symptoms, including those with Sjogren's syndrome, which causes dryness in the eyes and mouth. It may be a good fit if you have dry eye or Sjogren's and meet the age and eye test requirements.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 20–75 - NCT07127939Recruiting
AI eye test for traditional Chinese medicine body type
This study uses eye photos and artificial intelligence to figure out your traditional Chinese medicine body type. It may help doctors understand your health better without extra poking or prodding.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–45 - NCT05834413Recruiting
Herbs plus chemo and immunotherapy to prevent lung cancer spread
This study looks at whether staged Chinese herbal medicine added to standard treatment can lower the risk of lung cancer coming back or spreading after surgery. It is for people with stage Ib to IIIb non-small cell lung cancer whose tests show no “driver gene” targets.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–74 - NCT06921512Recruiting
Chinese therapeutic exercise for anxiety and depression
This study tests whether a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise (Daoyin) can help people with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. It also looks at how the exercise might affect your body and mind.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT07096180Recruiting
Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine for Breast Cancer
This study looks at combining traditional Chinese medicine with Western medical care for women with breast cancer. It aims to see how integrative approaches might help people undergoing standard treatments.
New Taipei CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07265037Recruiting
Chinese and Western medicine for diabetes care from afar
This trial tests a combined approach of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine to help manage diabetes remotely. It may be a good option if you have diabetes and are looking for a care plan that doesn't require frequent in-person visits.
Taiyuan, ShanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT07597850RecruitingPhase 2
TCM formula versus HMB supplement for muscle strength in older adults
This study compares a traditional Chinese medicine formula with HMB (a muscle-building supplement) to see which helps preserve muscle strength and bone health in adults aged 65 and older who are starting to show signs of frailty. Both treatments aim to help you stay stronger and more active as you age.
TaipeiAges 65 years+ - NCT07081802Recruiting
Acupuncture and herbs for bowel recovery after surgery
This study tests whether a special type of acupuncture (transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation) along with traditional Chinese medicine can help your bowels recover faster after abdominal surgery. It is for people having surgery on the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, stomach, or intestines.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06931431Recruiting
HIV and heart health transition care study in Malawi
This study tests a program to help people living with HIV and heart or diabetes conditions after they leave the hospital in Lilongwe, Malawi. It aims to improve their ongoing care and health.
LilongweAges 18 years+ - NCT05076643Recruiting
Studying factors that may predict depression in adults
This study looks at different body, diet, and psychological factors to understand what might predict depression. It may help researchers find better ways to identify people at risk earlier.
Kajang, SelangorAges 18–30 - NCT04282473Recruiting
Mesh or no mesh after a colostomy hernia
This study looks at how often a hernia happens 5 years after a terminal colostomy. It compares using a mesh patch to reinforce the area versus not using mesh, to see which approach may work better.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT07113795Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Chinese medicine and stem cells for Crohn's fistula
This trial tests a new approach that combines traditional Chinese medicine with stem cells to treat complex anal fistulas caused by Crohn's disease. It may help people whose Crohn's is not very active and who have not had major fistula surgery before.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–60 - NCT07295938RecruitingPhase 2
Traditional Chinese medicine as an add-on treatment for mycobacterium abscessus in the lungs
This study tests if adding traditional Chinese medicine to standard treatment helps people with a lung infection called Mycobacterium abscessus. It may improve recovery and reduce side effects.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07124260Recruiting
Gut and tongue bacteria study for low ovarian reserve
This study looks at the bacteria in your gut and on your tongue to see if they are different in women with low ovarian reserve. It may help doctors find new ways to understand and treat this condition.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20 years+ - NCT06930157RecruitingPhase 4
Shenling Baishu Granule to prevent low-risk colon polyp return
This study tests if a Chinese herbal medicine (Shenling Baishu Granule) can help prevent low-risk colon polyps from coming back after they've been removed. It is for people who have had a good colonoscopy and had their polyps taken out within the last 3 months.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - 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+ - NCT07449676Recruiting
Tui Jing therapy for depression study
This study tests a gentle hands-on therapy based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, called Tui Jing, to see if it improves mood and brain function in people with depression. It lasts 12 weeks and compares the therapy with a placebo.
Hong Kong, Hung HomAges 18–55 - NCT07611266Recruiting
Predicting colorectal adenoma recurrence using combined medicine approach
This study helps predict which patients with colorectal adenomas (pre-cancerous growths) are at higher risk of them coming back or turning into cancer. Researchers will use both Western medical tests and Traditional Chinese Medicine patterns to create a prediction tool that may guide your follow-up care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT03812874RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Drug after chemo-embolization for liver cancer that can’t be removed
This Phase 1/2 study tests PTX-9908 (a study drug) to see if it’s safe and effective when given after TACE, a liver-directed treatment. It may help people with liver cancer that can’t be surgically removed and who have recovered enough from their recent TACE.
New Taipei City, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT04843865Recruiting
Chinese herbal add-on for joint pain from letrozole
This trial studies whether Chinese herbs, used alongside letrozole, can reduce ongoing joint and muscle pain or stiffness in postmenopausal women with hormone-receptor positive breast cancer. It’s mainly for people whose pain started or worsened after beginning letrozole and who have completed cancer treatments.
Bukit Bintang, Kuala LumpurAges 18 years+ - NCT05930093Recruiting
Test LivPhcD capsules for fatty liver disease safety
This trial studies whether LivPhcD capsules can improve fatty liver disease and checks for side effects. It may help people with non-alcohol-related fatty liver disease who meet specific liver-scanning and lab results.
Taipei, Not Required For This CountryAges 20–75 - NCT06313866Recruiting
Herbal sniffing therapy plus acupuncture for stroke-related thinking problems
This trial tests if combining traditional Chinese herbal sniffing therapy with electroacupuncture can improve memory and thinking after a stroke. It may help people who are still in the early recovery phase.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Up to 70 years - NCT06337214Recruiting
TCM therapy for energy in breast cancer patients
This trial tests whether adding Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy can help maintain or improve your energy and vitality while you are undergoing standard cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy.
TaipeiAges 18–85 - NCT06342206Recruiting
TCM Assessment for Recent Ischemic Stroke
This study uses traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) diagnostic tools to evaluate patients who had an ischemic stroke within the last 10 days. It aims to understand the acute and chronic phases of stroke to help guide future treatments.
ChanghuaAges 20 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tcm?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 30 recruiting tcm 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 tcm 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 tcm 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.