Clinical trials
Trigger Points clinical trials
Below are recruiting trigger points clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 37 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06492148Recruiting
Myofascial Release for Period Pain in Women
This study tests a gentle hands-on technique called myofascial release to see if it can reduce period pain in women who have primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods without an underlying condition). If you have moderate to severe cramps and don't use hormonal birth control, you may be able to join.
AnkaraAges 18–35 - NCT06555523Recruiting
Trigger point shots for muscle pain syndrome
This trial tests if injecting trigger points in the neck and shoulder muscles can relieve pain in people with fibromyalgia and chronic myofascial pain syndrome. It may help reduce muscle tightness and improve function.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT07685418Recruiting
Pressure therapy and home exercises for neck pain
This trial tests whether a hands-on technique called ischemic compression (applying gentle pressure to trigger points) plus home exercises helps relieve long-term neck pain that has no specific medical cause.
Istanbul, BakırköyAges 17–65 - NCT06780904Recruiting
Dry needling plus stretching for neck pain relief
This study tests if combining dry needling with gentle stretching or muscle energy techniques works better for treating neck pain caused by muscle knots (trigger points). It aims to find a simple, effective way to reduce pain and improve movement.
Kandy, Central ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT06899685Recruiting
Kinesio taping vs. tool-assisted massage for neck pain relief
This study compares two non-invasive treatments for neck pain caused by muscle knots in the upper trapezius (the muscle between your neck and shoulder). The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, improves neck movement, and helps with daily function.
Banī SuwayfAges 19–23 - NCT06953115Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for mild preeclampsia
This trial tests if using a gentle nerve stimulation device (applied near the neck) can help women with mild preeclampsia. It may offer a non-medication way to manage blood pressure during pregnancy.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 18 years+ - NCT07098754Recruiting
Physical therapy for neck pain and posture improvement
This study compares different physical therapy techniques to improve neck posture and reduce pain in people with myofascial pain syndrome. It may help if you have mild to moderate neck pain from muscle knots and are open to physiotherapy.
Bahawalpur, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07138807Recruiting
Neck exercises for female nurses with neck pain
This study compares two types of neck exercises to see which works better for reducing neck pain and disability in female nurses. You may be able to join if you are a nurse with moderate neck pain and a tender spot in your upper back muscle, and haven't had treatment for it in the past month.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–30 - NCT07270276Recruiting
Dry needling for shoulder muscle pain
This study tests if dry needling (a therapy that uses thin needles to release muscle knots) can help with shoulder muscle pain. It uses special tests to measure how the treatment affects your muscles and pain.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT07390851Recruiting
Magnesium with lidocaine for jaw and neck muscle trigger points
This trial tests whether adding magnesium to lidocaine makes trigger point injections more effective for jaw, face, or upper shoulder pain. The results will be measured by pain scales and muscle activity tests.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT07525921Recruiting
Dry Needling for Calf Pain in Amateur Football Players
This study tests whether dry needling—inserting thin needles into tight muscle knots in the calf—can reduce pain and improve running speed and performance in young football players. Researchers want to see if this treatment helps athletes play better and feel less discomfort.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–25 - NCT06957639Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy for chronic neck pain
This trial tests a physiotherapy program for people with neck pain lasting 3 months or longer. The goal is to see if it helps reduce pain and improve daily function.
Yozgat, YozgatAges 18–64 - NCT06912438Enrolling by invitation
Emotional release after dry needling for jaw and head pain
This study tests whether a dry needling technique (trigger point needling) can help release emotional tension and reduce pain from muscle knots in the head and neck. It may be a good option if you have jaw or headache pain related to muscle tightness.
Tel Aviv, IsraelAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for trigger points?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 37 recruiting trigger points 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 trigger points 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 trigger points 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
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