Clinical trials
Veteran clinical trials
Below are recruiting veteran clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 297 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05932069Recruiting
Exercise program for intermediate age-related eye disease
This study tests whether an active (aerobic) exercise program can improve day-to-day function in Veterans with intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD). To join, you must have the right type stage of AMD, be able to do the assessments and exercise, and meet health and internet needs.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 65–89 - NCT05884476Recruiting
Re-checking suicidal thoughts in Veterans during a study
This study looks at a way to re-evaluate and respond to suicidal thoughts in Veterans. It may help improve how support is offered when someone has had thoughts of suicide recently.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05897021Recruiting
Writing exercises to ease stress for sexual minority veterans
This study tests whether guided “expressive writing” helps reduce distress linked to sexuality-based stress. It targets veterans who have meaningful anxiety or depression symptoms and ongoing stress related to their sexual identity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05858346Recruiting
Therapy for social anxiety in Veterans with trauma symptoms
This study compares two kinds of treatment for social anxiety disorder to see which one works better for Veterans. It focuses on people who also have significant posttraumatic stress symptoms (trauma-related symptoms).
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT05875870Recruiting
Bright light and exercise program for lung or esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether a structured bright-light exposure routine combined with a specific exercise program can help people with newly diagnosed lung or esophageal cancer. You may be eligible if you’re in early-to-middle cancer stages and able to safely participate in walking-based activities.
Taipei City, TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT05839652RecruitingPhase 4
Treatment for blood pressure drops after spinal cord injury
This Phase 4 trial studies a treatment to help people with spinal cord injuries who get orthostatic hypotension, meaning blood pressure drops when they change position. If you fit the specific injury and health criteria, the study may offer a structured way to improve symptoms and monitor safety.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–60 - NCT05843695Recruiting
Therapy study for PTSD and anxiety in veterans
This trial tests a psychotherapy approach to help veterans and service members who have PTSD and/or anxiety disorders. You may be randomly assigned to different therapy conditions, and the study aims to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and PTSD symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05796375RecruitingPhase 2
Urine testing instead of repeat bladder scope checks
This Phase 2 study tests whether urine tests can help monitor “non-muscle-invasive” bladder cancer without doing as many invasive bladder scopes (cystoscopies). If you qualify, you may be able to replace some scope visits with urine sample testing while still keeping close watch for cancer coming back.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05790239RecruitingPhase 2
MDMA therapy sessions for veterans with PTSD
This Phase 2 trial tests whether therapy assisted by MDMA can reduce symptoms of moderate to severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in eligible veterans. It includes supervised therapy sessions and extra study visits with video recording to track changes over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05787379Recruiting
Care program for Veterans with long-lasting COVID symptoms
This trial tests a care approach for Veterans who have long-COVID—aiming to improve symptoms and follow-up care through participating VA clinicians. You may be included if you are a Veteran with long-COVID and can be seen by a participating clinician soon, unless you had severe COVID requiring ICU care.
East Orange, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT05780177Recruiting
Brief behavioral therapy for insomnia in PTSD veterans
This trial tests a short, structured behavioral program to help improve sleep problems (insomnia) in veterans who also have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It may help you fall asleep easier and sleep more consistently while continuing your usual care when it’s stable.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05805631RecruitingPhase 2
Pemetrexed into spinal fluid for EGFR-mutant lung cancer spread to brain lining
This Phase 2 trial tests giving pemetrexed directly into the spinal fluid to treat cancer that has spread to the brain’s and spinal cord’s lining (leptomeningeal metastasis). It is for people with EGFR-mutant non-squamous lung cancer whose disease progressed after osimertinib, and who may benefit from a targeted treatment delivered to the area affected in the brain lining.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT05770479Enrolling by invitation
Testing long-lasting cognitive training for older veterans
This study looks at whether a cognitive training program you’ve already completed can keep helping over time, and whether it can be improved with “booster” sessions. It may help older veterans maintain thinking and daily functioning skills after earlier training.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT05723588RecruitingPhase 2
TMS brain stimulation to help veterans quit smoking with PTSD
This Phase 2 study tests whether targeted brain stimulation (TMS) can improve smoking quit outcomes in Veterans who also have PTSD. It also uses brain imaging (MRI) to understand what changes in the brain may help people quit.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT05701982Recruiting
Walking plus Tai Chi coach via video for COPD and pain
This study tests whether a phone/computer program that combines walking training with Tai Chi improves physical function (how well you move) in people who have COPD and long-term body or muscle pain. It may help you build strength, balance, and safer movement—especially if pain makes activity hard.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–100 - NCT05674617Recruiting
PTSD treatment for Veterans with serious mental illness
This trial tests a PTSD treatment approach for Veterans who also have a serious mental illness, aiming to improve day-to-day functioning. It includes Veterans who receive outpatient mental health care through the VA and have confirmed PTSD in the last month.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05666167Recruiting
Virtual exercise for veterans with knee or hip arthritis
This study tests whether veterans with knee or hip arthritis can safely and effectively exercise at home using video calls, to help improve pain and movement.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT05647044RecruitingPhase 1
Brain stimulation to reduce impulsivity and suicidal thoughts after mild TBI
This early-stage study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment (called iTBS) can reduce impulsivity and suicidal thoughts in Veterans who have had a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and recent suicidal thinking. If you qualify, you may be offered a monitored treatment plan and assessments for safety and symptom changes.
Hines, IllinoisAges 22–65 - NCT05625204Recruiting
HIIT exercise program to improve frailty in older veterans
This trial tests a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise program to help older veterans feel stronger and more resilient and to reduce frailty. It may help people who are not yet very frail (or are just starting to become frail) but can safely exercise.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 65 years+ - NCT05570448Recruiting
Endoscopy treatment using APC for chronic reflux disease
This trial studies whether an endoscopy procedure using APC (a type of heat/energy treatment) can improve symptoms in people with chronic GERD and confirmed acid reflux. It may help reduce reflux-related discomfort for people who meet specific testing and safety requirements.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18–80 - NCT05537376Recruiting
Peer-led suicide prevention support for veterans with serious mental illness
This study tests a suicide-prevention program delivered by trained peer specialists (other people with similar lived experience) to help veterans who are currently having suicidal thoughts. It aims to add ongoing support and improve safety and recovery for veterans with serious mental health conditions.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05517304Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for veterans with PTSD
This study tests a device that stimulates a nerve in the neck to see if it helps with PTSD symptoms. It is for veterans who have PTSD, but have not had a brain injury or certain other health issues.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–75 - NCT05526144RecruitingPhase 2
Thyroid hormone treatment for fatty liver in Veterans
This trial tests whether thyroid hormone can improve nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (fatty liver with inflammation) in Veterans. You may be asked to have a medically needed liver biopsy, and the study also focuses on safety in people with related conditions like diabetes and heart risks.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–75 - NCT05465044Recruiting
Twice-weekly dialysis for veterans starting kidney treatment
This study compares starting hemodialysis two times per week versus three times per week for veterans in their first year of dialysis. It aims to see if a less frequent schedule can be just as safe and effective for those who still make urine.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for veteran?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 297 recruiting veteran 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 veteran 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 veteran 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.