Clinical trials · California
Wound clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 39 recruiting wound studies with a site in California — including Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT05424354RecruitingPhase 4
Test powder dressing vs usual care for recent burn wounds
This study compares a transforming powder dressing to the standard dressing for partial-thickness burn wounds. It aims to see whether the powder dressing helps wounds heal better and safely when used soon after the burn.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05638581RecruitingPhase 3
Compare low-titer type O whole blood for trauma bleeding
This study tests whether giving low-titer type O whole blood (or related blood products) works better for treating serious bleeding after a traumatic injury. It’s for adults who start blood transfusions right away under a massive bleeding plan.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT05910567Recruiting
Ultrasound test for abdominal injuries in children after blunt trauma
This study looks at how well an abdominal ultrasound test (FAST) works for children who come to the emergency department after a serious blunt injury to the belly or torso. The goal is to help doctors find dangerous internal bleeding or organ injury quickly and safely.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges Up to 17 years - NCT06339203Recruiting
Saline vs. special antiseptic for c-section wound cleaning
This study compares cleaning the wound with plain salt water versus a diluted antiseptic solution after a planned C-section. The goal is to see which method better prevents infections for mothers with certain health conditions.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06420245Recruiting
Amniotic membrane graft for diabetic foot ulcers
This study tests whether a special graft made from amniotic membrane can help heal diabetic foot ulcers. If you have a foot ulcer that hasn't healed in at least 4 weeks and is not infected or cancerous, this treatment may be an option for you.
Palm Springs, CaliforniaAges 50–85 - NCT06487780Recruiting
Preventing foot ulcers with a lifestyle program
This trial tests whether a lifestyle program can help people with diabetes avoid new foot ulcers. If you've healed from a foot ulcer in the last year, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06515093Recruiting
New skin grafts for diabetic foot and venous leg ulcers
This study tests two new skin graft products (PelloGraft for diabetic foot ulcers and SanoGraft for venous leg ulcers) to see if they heal wounds faster than standard care. If you have a hard-to-heal foot or leg ulcer, this trial may offer a new option.
Vista, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06716411Recruiting
Acupuncture for Gulf War Illness relief
This study tests whether acupuncture can help relieve Gulf War Illness symptoms like fatigue, mood or thinking problems, and muscle or joint pain. You may be able to join if you were deployed to the Gulf region and have had these symptoms for more than 6 months.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07046767Recruiting
Amnion grafts for slow-healing leg or foot ulcers
This trial tests if a special graft made from amniotic tissue can help heal chronic leg or foot ulcers that haven't improved much in the last month. It may be an option if you have a non-healing venous leg ulcer or diabetic foot ulcer that still shows some signs of healing.
Oxnard, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07147166Recruiting
Testing a device to prevent raised scars after top surgery
This study tests a special bandage-like device (Brijjit) that may help reduce thick, raised scars after gender-affirming mastectomy (top surgery). If you are having double incision top surgery and want to see if this device can give you flatter, less noticeable scars, this trial may be a good fit.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 19 years+ - NCT07169448Recruiting
Food as medicine study for trauma surgery patients
This study tests whether providing healthy meals after orthopaedic trauma surgery helps recovery. It is for patients discharged home from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center who live in specific Los Angeles zip codes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07209358Recruiting
Study of a new treatment for diabetic foot ulcers
This trial tests a new product (EDX110) to help heal diabetic foot ulcers that haven't improved with standard care. It's for people with diabetes who have a non-infected or mildly infected ulcer on their foot.
Santa Ana, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT01166893Recruiting
Imaging tests to measure burn healing and severity
This trial uses special imaging methods, including a laser-based technique, to judge how severe a burn wound is and how likely it is to heal. The goal is to see whether these scans can help doctors track burn healing more accurately.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 1 minute+ - NCT07417202Recruiting
Wound washing during surgery for pilonidal disease
This trial tests a special way of washing out the wound during surgery to treat pilonidal disease. It aims to help reduce infection or other problems after surgery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 8 months–30 years - NCT07311889Enrolling by invitation
Patient satisfaction with ELIXIR MD during plastic surgery recovery
This study looks at how satisfied patients are with their recovery after plastic surgery when the ELIXIR MD device is used. It aims to understand if this device helps improve the recovery experience.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
Wound trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting wound studies listed above.
- ILD Research Center · 3 studies
- University of California, Irvine Medical Center / UC Irvine Health · 2 studies
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Center for Clinical Research Inc.
- Clemente Clinical Research
- DPMG
- ELIXIR MD Inc
- FOMAT Medical Research
What taking part in a wound study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Wound trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there wound clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 39 recruiting wound studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a wound study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a wound trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New wound studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.