Clinical trials
Trunk clinical trials
Below are recruiting trunk clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 80 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04751409RecruitingPhase 2
Less versus more follow-up after sarcoma surgery
This trial compares two schedules of post-treatment check-ups to see which one better supports patient quality of life. You’d fill out surveys for up to two years to measure how you feel over time.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06781047Recruiting
Trunk exercises for teens with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether special exercises focusing on your trunk (core and back) can improve your arm and hand function, as well as your ability to control your body. It is for teens with cerebral palsy who can walk and speak clearly.
Ankara, EtimesgutAges 12–18 - NCT05526417Recruiting
Prehab program before treatment for deep leg soft tissue cancer
This trial tests an individualized “prehab” program (exercises and preparation before treatment) to improve recovery and surgical outcomes for adults with deep soft tissue sarcoma in the leg. It’s meant to help your body be as ready as possible for radiotherapy and surgery.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06422806RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo for aggressive sarcoma
This trial compares a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus chemotherapy (doxorubicin) versus chemotherapy alone for people with aggressive, poorly differentiated sarcomas that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if adding immunotherapy helps shrink tumors or slow their growth better than chemotherapy alone.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06727643Enrolling by invitation
Tape types for better core strength in young adults
This study compares two types of tape (flexible and rigid) applied to the back to see which one improves core muscle strength more in healthy young adults. It's a short-term test to help understand how tape might support better movement or exercise.
Kırşehir, CentreAges 18–25 - NCT06936514Enrolling by invitation
Lymphatic surgery for Alzheimer's: a clinical study
This trial tests a surgery that targets the lymphatic system in the neck to help people with moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it can improve cognitive function.
TianjinAges 50–80 - NCT06482203Recruiting
Comparing exercises for round upper back posture
This trial compares two types of exercises—endurance training for back muscles versus shoulder blade mobilization—in people with a hunched upper back (thoracic kyphosis) and mild back pain. It will help determine which approach is more effective.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhutunkhuwaAges 20–40 - NCT07598487Enrolling by invitation
Physical Therapy Techniques for Stroke Recovery and Balance
This study compares two types of physical therapy to help people regain trunk control and balance after a stroke. Participants will receive either PNF (a hands-on technique using rhythmic movements) or NDT (another hands-on technique focusing on movement patterns) to improve stability.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT07150559Recruiting
Arch-clamping under mild cooling for acute aortic dissection
This trial tests a surgical technique called arch-clamping under mild hypothermia (cooling the body slightly during surgery) to treat acute type A aortic dissection. It may help patients who need immediate total aortic arch replacement.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06944730Recruiting
Trunk muscle training for better movement and balance in low back pain
This study tests whether trunk muscle training can improve the quality of your movements and balance if you have chronic low back pain. It is designed for people with moderate pain and no other major health issues.
Hong KongAges 18–55 - NCT07200778Recruiting
Clamping blood vessels to reduce bleeding during fibroid surgery
This trial tests whether temporarily clamping the main blood vessels to the uterus during laparoscopic fibroid removal can reduce blood loss. It is for women with up to four fibroids who are planning this type of surgery.
MinyaAges 19–45 - NCT07507773RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation before surgery for limb or trunk wall sarcoma
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation given before surgery for soft tissue sarcoma in the arms, legs, or trunk wall. It aims to see if this approach works well long-term and may help you keep your limb.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT07484594Recruiting
Trunk stabilization plus knee rehab for knee-spine syndrome
This trial tests whether adding trunk stabilization exercises to standard knee osteoarthritis rehab can improve outcomes for people with both knee pain and low back pain. It may help if you have moderate knee arthritis and have had back pain for at least 3 months.
Islamabad, ALAges 40–60 - NCT04502225Recruiting
Trial of bed head elevation for high blood pressure
This study checks whether raising the head of the bed lowers blood pressure while you’re lying down in people with autonomic failure. It may help find a simple positioning change to reduce risks from high lying blood pressure.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–85 - NCT04897347Recruiting
Robotic sitting and reaching training for children with cerebral palsy
This trial tests a robotic therapy that helps children with cerebral palsy practice sitting balance and reaching safely. It may improve how well your child can control posture and move during functional tasks.
New York, New YorkAges 6–17 - NCT05649644Recruiting
Testing two anesthesia types for arm surgery
This trial compares two methods of numbing the arm and chest area during upper-extremity surgery. It may help you and your care team choose the option that works best and feels easiest for breathing and movement.
Hong KongAges 18–75 - NCT06164769Recruiting
Laparoscopic tumor removal for benign pancreatic tumors
This trial tests a surgical technique to remove benign or low-risk pancreatic tumors from the head or neck of the pancreas while temporarily blocking blood flow to reduce bleeding. It may help patients avoid more extensive surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 14–70 - NCT06286553Recruiting
Ab muscle repair after childbirth: breathing and core training
This study tests if a program of trunk and breathing exercises can help close the gap in abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) that sometimes happens after pregnancy. It is for women who are at least 6 months postpartum and have a muscle separation larger than 2.8 cm.
PátraiAges 18–50 - NCT06498648RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Abemaciclib with gemcitabine for soft tissue sarcoma
This trial tests whether adding the targeted drug abemaciclib to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) works better against certain soft tissue sarcomas. It is for people whose tumors have a normal Rb gene, which may help the drug work.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06946082Recruiting
Stroke study: arm and language skills in Turkish speakers
This study looks at how arm movement, body control, and mental imagery (imagining movement without actually doing it) relate to Turkish language abilities after a stroke. It aims to understand how these functions work together to help recovery.
IzmirAges 18 years+ - NCT07084974Recruiting
Trunk support exoskeleton study for healthy volunteers
This study tests a powered suit (exoskeleton) that helps support your back and trunk while lifting. It's for healthy people who speak French and have no recent back pain or other spine issues.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT07248618Recruiting
Balance and trunk training for stroke recovery
This study compares two types of physical therapy exercises to see which one better helps stroke survivors improve trunk control, balance, and daily activities. It may be a good fit if you had an ischemic stroke and are between 6 months and 1.5 years into recovery.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–75 - NCT07261358Recruiting
3D exercises for teens with rounded upper back
This trial tests whether specific three-dimensional exercises (Schroth method) can improve trunk muscle endurance, sleep quality, and quality of life in adolescents with hyperkyphosis (excessive forward curve of the upper spine). If you have a child between 12 and 18 with a Cobb angle of 45° or more in the upper back, this study may help.
IstanbulAges 12–18 - NCT07330518Recruiting
Comparing two numbing techniques for lower tooth removal
This study compares two ways to numb the lower jaw for removing a back tooth: one blocks a small nerve near the cheek, the other blocks the main nerve trunk. The goal is to see which method works better and causes less discomfort.
Islamabad, Islamabad, PakistanAges 20–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for trunk?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 80 recruiting trunk 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 trunk 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 trunk 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.