Clinical trials
Upper Extremity clinical trials
Below are recruiting upper extremity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 145 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04430218Recruiting
Peripheral interfaces for better prosthetic arm control
This trial tests a surgically placed device that connects to arm nerves to improve control and feeling in a prosthetic arm. It may help people with upper limb amputations who already use or are prescribed a myoelectric prosthesis.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21 years+ - NCT07750639Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Reducing painkiller use after hand surgery
This study tests a new approach to prescribing fewer opioid pain pills after hand, wrist, or elbow surgery. It aims to help reduce the risk of opioid misuse while still controlling pain after surgery.
Orlando, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05191121Enrolling by invitation
Rehab program to improve arm and trunk control after spinal injury
This trial helps people with recent traumatic spinal cord injury improve arm movement and trunk (upper body) stability using a training program that includes electrical stimulation. If you’re early after injury and can safely use stimulation, you may benefit from more controlled movement for daily tasks.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06489106Enrolling by invitation
Spinal stimulation to improve hand function in kids with spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive spinal stimulation device to help children with spinal cord injury regain hand strength and control. It may improve grip and daily activities.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 7–12 - NCT07697495Recruiting
Shoulder and posture training for lymphedema after breast cancer
This study tests whether a combination of shoulder blade stabilization exercises and posture training can help reduce arm swelling and improve function in women with lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. It may offer a gentle, non-invasive way to manage your symptoms.
AdanaAges 18–65 - NCT06743607Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to improve arm and hand function at home
This trial tests whether using a special device that sends small electrical currents to the spinal cord can help people recovering from a recent spinal cord injury regain movement in their arms and hands. The treatment happens in your home with the help of a caregiver.
Englewood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06806514Recruiting
Exercise and muscle strength in chronic low back pain
This trial measures how well you can use your arms and how strong your breathing and other muscles are if you have chronic low back pain. It aims to understand the links between these factors to improve future treatments.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT07367477Enrolling by invitation
Horizontal vs. vertical arm exercises for children with cerebral palsy
This study compares two types of arm and hand exercises (horizontal vs. vertical movements) for children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy. It aims to see which type helps improve upper body function the most.
CairoAges 5–8 - NCT07338760Recruiting
Core stability exercises effect on balance in archers
This study looks at whether doing core (trunk) muscle exercises for a short time can help archers with their balance and how well they can use their upper body when shooting. It is for archers who are already in a licensed program.
Kağıthane, IstanbulAges Any age - NCT07282522Recruiting
Sensory and function in cervical disc herniation
This study looks at how cervical disc herniation affects sensation and daily function. If you have had neck pain for at least 3 months and have been diagnosed with cervical disc herniation, researchers want to compare your results to people without neck pain.
Iğdır, IğdirAges 18–65 - NCT05825157Recruiting
Tested combined treatment for arm swelling after cancer
This study looks at a combination treatment to improve swelling in one arm caused by lymphedema. You may be a good candidate if your arm swelling has not fully improved with standard compression therapy and you are able to have surgery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06903416RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nerve stimulation for arm and hand function after spinal cord injury
This study tests a non-invasive, painless nerve stimulation technique to see if it can improve arm and hand function after a spinal cord injury. It may help people who have had a neck-level injury more than 9 months ago.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–75 - NCT07735429Recruiting
Comparing arm function in wheelchair arm wrestling and archery athletes
This study compares arm speed, strength, and coordination between wheelchair athletes in two sports: arm wrestling and archery. It helps researchers understand how different training affects arm function.
IstanbulAges 18–45 - NCT07620002Recruiting
Monitoring Pain Levels During Arm Surgery With Nerve Block
This study tests a device that measures pain levels during upper arm surgery when patients receive a nerve block (numbing medicine injected near the nerve). The goal is to understand if this monitoring tool helps doctors give the right amount of anesthesia so patients stay comfortable.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT07263295Recruiting
Diaphragm function after shoulder block with long-lasting numbing medication
This study checks how a nerve block for upper arm surgery affects the diaphragm, the muscle that helps you breathe. It uses a long-lasting numbing medicine to see if breathing is affected.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT05701280Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation plus rehab after stroke
This trial looks at whether adding deep brain stimulation (a surgically placed device that delivers therapy signals) to rehab can improve arm function after a stroke. It is aimed at people whose stroke happened 12 months to 6 years ago and who still have arm weakness or poor control.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 21 years+ - NCT07474610Recruiting
Belly muscle and arm function in chronic low back pain
This study looks at how a deep belly muscle (transversus abdominis) relates to arm and shoulder function in people with long-term low back pain. It may help understand why some people have trouble with upper body movements.
AnkaraAges 18–45 - NCT03400345Recruiting
Follow-up for transplanted arm patients
This study follows people who received a transplanted arm (or both arms) to learn from their ongoing care. You may be asked for small tissue samples (biopsies) and to continue an immunotherapy plan to help protect the transplant.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT03610763Recruiting
Training brain recovery after arm nerve repair
This study tests a way to help your brain and nerves work better after an arm/hand nerve repair that is already in the long-term (chronic) recovery stage. It may help improve hand and arm function by targeting “neuroplasticity,” meaning the brain’s ability to adapt after injury.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT07193303Recruiting
Mental imagery for arm and hand skills in Parkinson's
This study tests if mental imagery exercises can help improve upper body movement in people with Parkinson's disease. It may offer a safe, drug-free way to practice daily tasks.
Kahramanmaraş, OnikişubatAges 40–75 - NCT07694804Recruiting
Physical therapy for arm and hand function in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests two types of physical therapy to help children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy improve the use of their arms and hands. The treatments focus on stretching and coordination exercises, and they may help your child with daily activities.
Mansehra, KPKAges 6–12 - NCT05267951Recruiting
Closed-loop spinal stimulation to improve hand use after spinal injury
This trial tests a smart form of spinal stimulation that responds to your body’s signals to help improve upper-extremity (arm/hand) function after a spinal cord injury. If it works, it may make everyday hand tasks like dressing, grooming, or feeding easier.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–70 - NCT05292339RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac shot for painful hand and arm tendon/joint problems
This trial studies whether a ketorolac injection can safely reduce pain and symptoms from certain shoulder, elbow, hand, or wrist tendon or joint conditions. It may help people who haven’t had surgery for the problem yet.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05355831Recruiting
Customized brain stimulation to help stroke recovery
This trial tests whether carefully targeted, noninvasive electrical stimulation of the brain can improve arm and overall recovery after an ischemic stroke. It may help by supporting brain relearning during the first weeks after stroke.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for upper extremity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 145 recruiting upper extremity 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 upper extremity 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 upper extremity 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.