Clinical trials
Trauma clinical trials
Below are recruiting trauma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 379 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06858488Recruiting
Bioimpedance study for bone fracture recovery
This trial uses a device to measure how your body heals after a serious arm or leg fracture. It may help doctors better understand and track recovery.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05751863Recruiting
Sedation-first vs usual care in ventilated trauma patients
This study compares how pain medicine and calming medicine are started in critically injured (trauma) adults who are on a breathing machine. It aims to see whether a specific “analgesia-first” approach can improve comfort and support breathing weaning.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06839079Recruiting
Brain training for trauma survivors with head injury
This study tests a cognitive rehabilitation program for people with traumatic brain injury who have also experienced war, violence, or other trauma. It aims to improve memory and thinking skills using exercises and strategies.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06834633Recruiting
Kidney protection for severe trauma patients
This trial tests a method to protect kidneys in patients with severe injuries who show early signs of kidney stress. If you or a loved one had a serious accident and are at risk for kidney damage, this study may offer extra monitoring or treatment.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT06734338Recruiting
Testing a new chest injury score for blunt trauma
This study is testing a new way to check how serious chest injuries from blunt force (like car crashes) are in the emergency room. It may help doctors quickly decide what care you need.
BaghdadAges 18 years+ - NCT06709547Recruiting
Predicting survival after injury using trauma scores
Researchers want to see if certain injury scores can predict how well trauma patients will do. You may be asked to join this study if you come to the emergency room with an injury and agree to have your scores calculated.
BaghdadAges 18 years+ - NCT06608706Recruiting
Integrated trauma treatment for psychosis
This trial tests a new way to treat trauma in people who have psychosis (like schizophrenia). It combines therapy for trauma with your usual care, and aims to help you feel less distressed by past traumatic events.
BergenAges 16 years+ - NCT06535516Recruiting
Supporting youth and families after tough experiences
This study tests a program to help youth ages 10-15 who have faced child maltreatment, like abuse or neglect. It aims to build resilience in both the youth and their family.
Rochester, New YorkAges 10–15 - NCT06521086Recruiting
Better nutrition recovery for trauma patients
This study tests if a special nutrition plan helps older adults recover better after a traumatic injury. It aims to improve healing by providing extra nutrition through food and drinks.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 45 years+ - NCT06516874Recruiting
Trauma-focused therapy for PTSD in adults
This study tests a therapy called trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for adults with PTSD or complex PTSD. It aims to see if this approach can help people who have been through traumatic events feel better.
Curicó, Maule RegionAges 18–64 - NCT05828030Recruiting
High-flow oxygen with a face interface versus nasal mask
This trial compares two ways of giving oxygen to people with serious breathing problems after chest trauma. It looks to see whether a high-flow system works better when delivered through a face interface rather than a facial mask, after standard nasal oxygen fails within 72 hours.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 20–99 - NCT06495294Recruiting
Whole blood in trauma emergencies
This trial tests whether giving whole blood (instead of separate blood parts) to adults with major traumatic bleeding in the prehospital setting improves survival. It's for patients who need blood immediately after a serious injury.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT05865327Recruiting
Nerve freezing for rib-fracture pain using ultrasound guidance
This trial tests whether freezing a specific nerve (a “cryoneurolysis” treatment) through a catheter can better control pain from traumatic rib fractures. It’s offered to adults who have rib fractures soon after hospital admission and can use a pain control method called patient-controlled regional analgesia.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–100 - NCT05754190Recruiting
Smartphone study of mood and symptoms in people with pain
This study uses a smartphone app to track daily pain and mood changes over about 4 months. It’s meant to learn patterns that could help better understand how mood and pain affect each other.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06330779Recruiting
Trauma-adapted yoga for teens with PTSD or ADHD
This trial tests if a special yoga program helps teenagers with PTSD or ADHD feel better. It is designed to be safe and supportive for their mental health.
GothenburgAges 12–18 - NCT06302452Enrolling by invitation
Adult trauma centers and gun safety study
This study looks at how adult trauma centers help patients stay safe from guns. You may be asked about your access to firearms and get tools to reduce risk.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06296589Recruiting
Guilt Reduction vs. Prolonged Exposure for PTSD in Veterans
This study compares two types of talk therapy for Veterans with PTSD who also struggle with trauma-related guilt. One therapy focuses on reducing guilt, while the other is a standard trauma-focused treatment.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06195540RecruitingPhase 3
Rivaroxaban versus LMWH for leg injuries needing a cast
This trial compares two blood thinners (rivaroxaban pills versus LMWH shots) to see which is better at preventing blood clots in people with leg injuries that require a cast or brace. If you qualify, you can receive one of these treatments while your leg heals.
AgenAges 18 years+ - NCT05920109Recruiting
Early pain block to help breathing after severe chest trauma
This study tests whether an early pain-numbing injection to the chest wall can reduce how much ventilator support (breathing machine) people need after severe blunt chest injury with multiple rib fractures. If it works, it may help patients breathe more easily and spend less time on ventilation in the ICU.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06123611Enrolling by invitation
Gun safety study for pediatric trauma patients and their families
This study looks at how to improve gun safety practices among families of children hospitalized for injuries. It involves parents or guardians and injured youth ages 11-17 at participating trauma centers.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 11 years+ - NCT06121661RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a trauma decision support system in the ER
This trial tests a computer system that helps doctors make decisions about trauma care. It looks at whether the system can improve care for patients with serious injuries in the Emergency Department.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06065202RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized nutrition after abdominal trauma
This study tests whether a personalized nutrition plan can help you recover faster after emergency surgery for a penetrating abdominal injury. You may qualify if you are in the intensive care unit and cannot eat normally for at least 3 days.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 15 years+ - NCT06077695Recruiting
Memory training after head injury
This study tests a computer-based training program to help improve working memory after a moderate or severe head injury. It is designed for people who still have memory problems at least 3 months after their injury.
ToulouseAges 18–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for trauma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 379 recruiting trauma 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 trauma 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 trauma 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.