Clinical trials · Texas
Trauma clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 33 recruiting trauma studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT05910567Recruiting
Ultrasound test for abdominal injuries in children after blunt trauma
This study looks at how well an abdominal ultrasound test (FAST) works for children who come to the emergency department after a serious blunt injury to the belly or torso. The goal is to help doctors find dangerous internal bleeding or organ injury quickly and safely.
Dallas, TexasAges Up to 17 years - NCT07783516Recruiting
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for trauma relief in first responders
This study tests whether Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, taken twice a week, can help first responders cope with trauma-related stress. You'll learn self-defense and mindfulness while tracking your stress levels.
Conroe, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07490145Recruiting
Trauma care study at Methodist Dallas
This trial is looking at how trauma activations (emergency responses for serious injuries) work at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. It includes patients listed in the hospital's trauma registry from late 2023 to late 2025.
Dallas, TexasAges Any age - NCT07351305Recruiting
PTSD treatment for veterans and service members with a brain injury
This study tests a non-trauma therapy for PTSD in veterans and service members who also have a mild or moderate brain injury. It aims to help with PTSD symptoms without focusing on the traumatic event itself.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06903819RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine for pain and mental health after orthopedic injury
This trial tests if ketamine can reduce pain, opioid use, and improve mental health in adults recovering from serious orthopedic injuries. It may help those with high injury severity scores.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06210711Recruiting
Prolonged exposure therapy for trauma injury patients
This study tests if prolonged exposure therapy can help people who were injured in a trauma and admitted to a Level I trauma center. It aims to reduce the psychological impact of the traumatic event, such as PTSD symptoms.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT05794165Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Antithrombin to prevent blood clots after serious trauma
This Phase 2 trial studies whether giving antithrombin can better prevent harmful blood clots (venous thromboembolism) after serious injuries. The goal is to reduce clot risk while you’re in the trauma ICU or step-down unit.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07856641Recruiting
Timing of blood thinner shots in trauma patients
This study looks at how the time of day you receive your blood thinner shot affects how well it works in preventing blood clots in the hospital. It may help doctors find the best time to give this medicine to trauma patients.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06558825Recruiting
PrEP support for women with trauma history
This study tests a program to help women who have experienced trauma and are at risk for HIV start and stay on PrEP (a daily pill that prevents HIV). It looks at whether mental health treatment can boost PrEP use.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07490158Recruiting
Bowel injury surgery study
This trial looks at people who have had an injury to their small or large bowel. It studies how surgeries to reconnect the bowel (called anastomoses) work after such injuries.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07490171Recruiting
Study of traumatic cardiac arrest
This study looks at how to best treat adults who go into cardiac arrest because of a serious injury, like from a car crash or fall. The goal is to find ways to improve survival and recovery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07490197Recruiting
Study of acute subdural hematoma after head injury
This study looks at people with a type of brain bleed called an acute subdural hematoma that happens within 3 days of a head injury. It aims to learn more about how to best treat and care for these patients.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07006675RecruitingPhase 3
NSAIDs for Tibia Fracture Pain and Healing Study
This study tests whether NSAID pain relievers (like ibuprofen) affect bone healing after a broken tibia and if they can help reduce the need for stronger painkillers. If you qualify, you could help doctors learn the safest way to manage pain after this common injury.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06988787Recruiting
Resilience therapy for veterans after trauma
This study tests a program to help female veterans who have experienced intimate partner violence or military sexual trauma and have stress symptoms. It aims to improve emotional well-being and resilience.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06888128RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for PTSD in veterans
This study tests whether a guided psilocybin session can help veterans heal from trauma-related PTSD. If you're a veteran with PTSD, you may be able to join.
Houston, TexasAges 21–64 - NCT06742801Recruiting
Onyx liquid embolic for active bleeding outside the brain and heart
This trial tests a liquid material called Onyx that is injected into blood vessels to stop active bleeding in areas like the arms, legs, belly, or chest. It may help people with uncontrolled bleeding that needs to be blocked quickly.
Dallas, TexasAges 22 years+ - NCT05427708Recruiting
Breathing training to reduce anxiety symptoms
This study tests whether specific respiratory (breathing) training can reduce anxiety symptoms and fear responses. It may help people who have several kinds of anxiety or trauma-related anxiety, especially if they are not on anxiety medicines or only stable on them.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06609330Recruiting
Anger and aggression help after military betrayal
This study offers a program to help people who feel angry and have acted aggressively after a betrayal during military service. It aims to reduce anger and aggression so you can feel better and improve your relationships.
Fort Cavazos, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06503406Recruiting
Testing a new dressing for deep wounds to speed healing
This trial tests a special wound dressing (SupraSDRM®) to help deep, full-thickness wounds heal faster and reduce the time needed before a skin graft can be placed. It may be an option for people with a large, deep wound from an injury, surgery, or burn that isn't ready for a graft yet.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06370520Recruiting
Teen emotions screening after mild brain injury
This study screens teens aged 11 to 17 for emotional and mental health problems after a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI, also called concussion or minor head injury). The goal is to find out if the hospital screening helps identify teens who may need extra support.
Houston, TexasAges 11–17 - NCT06340633RecruitingPhase 2
Testing SPI-1005 with cochlear implant surgery
This trial tests an oral medication, SPI-1005, given to adults receiving a cochlear implant to see if it improves hearing outcomes. It may help people with moderate to profound hearing loss who are scheduled for implant surgery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06328010Enrolling by invitation
Real-world data registry for wound care treatments
This study collects information on various wound types and how they respond to standard care. It aims to learn what works best for wounds that haven't healed after 4 weeks of treatment.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06337292RecruitingPhase 3
Wound vacuum therapy for high-risk leg fractures
This trial tests if a special wound vacuum (negative pressure therapy) applied after surgery can lower the risk of infections and other complications in people with severe leg fractures. If you have a high-risk tibia or ankle fracture, this treatment may help you heal better.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06262178Recruiting
Parenting support for mothers in military families
This study tests a parenting program designed to help mothers in military families cope with past trauma and improve their relationship with their child. The program aims to reduce PTSD and depression symptoms while increasing parenting confidence.
El Paso, TexasAges 18 years+
Trauma trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting trauma studies listed above.
- North Texas Endocrine Center · 4 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 3 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 2 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital
- Baylor Scott & White Health
- Baylor University Medical Center
- Carl R Darnall Army Medical Center
What taking part in a trauma study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Trauma trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there trauma clinical trials in Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 33 recruiting trauma studies with a site in Texas, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a trauma study in Texas?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a trauma trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New trauma studies open in Texas regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.