Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,843 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,974
- Phase 2225
- Phase 4197
- Phase 1190
- Phase 3149
- Phase 1/Phase 275
- Phase 2/Phase 333
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis184
- Rheumatoid Arthritis140
- Fibromyalgia102
- Osteoporosis86
- Osteoarthritis74
- Osteoarthritis, Knee71
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)66
- Shoulder Pain50
- Psoriatic Arthritis47
- Hip Osteoarthritis41
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus41
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy39
- Degenerative Disc Disease38
- Chronic Pain37
- Total Knee Arthroplasty37
- Musculoskeletal Pain36
- Pain35
- Dermatomyositis31
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University111
- Cairo University72
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli71
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris37
- Foundation University Islamabad33
- Mayo Clinic29
- Massachusetts General Hospital27
- National Taiwan University Hospital25
- Chinese University of Hong Kong22
- Hacettepe University22
Where studies are running
- California211
- New York94
- Florida82
- Massachusetts76
- Arizona75
- Maryland73
- Texas65
- Alabama57
- Illinois55
- Pennsylvania50
Recruiting studies4,843 total
- NCT06587906Recruiting
Complications after skull base tumor surgery
This study looks at how often problems happen after surgery to remove skull base tumors. It may help doctors better understand and reduce risks for future patients.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06592248Recruiting
New ceramic knee replacement for active adults under 70
This trial is testing a new type of knee replacement that uses a ceramic surface to help the knee feel more natural. It may be a good option if you are under 70, have stubborn knee pain from arthritis, and your knee is not too bent out of shape.
ParisAges 18–70 - NCT06593041Recruiting
Platelets in lupus and other autoimmune diseases
This study looks at how platelets (small blood cells that help with clotting) might play a role in autoimmune diseases like lupus. By understanding this, researchers hope to find new ways to treat these conditions.
Strasbourg, FranceAges 18–70 - NCT06593574Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Back Surgery Study
This study tests a robot that helps surgeons perform a type of back surgery called a laminectomy. It aims to see if the robot makes surgery safer and more effective for people with certain lower spine problems.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT06594107Recruiting
A study on early axial spondylitis
This study looks at people who have just been diagnosed with a type of arthritis that affects the spine (axial spondyloarthritis) and have not yet started treatment. The goal is to understand the disease better.
Huddinge, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06595407Recruiting
Loss of Y Chromosome in Aortic Stenosis Study
This study looks at how losing the Y chromosome in blood cells may be linked to aortic stenosis, a narrowing of the heart's aortic valve. It aims to understand why this condition may be more severe in men.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 40 years+ - NCT06596187Recruiting
Study of muscle tightness in spinal cord injury and Parkinson's
This study looks at muscle tightness (hypertonia) in people with spinal cord injury, Parkinson's disease, and healthy volunteers. It aims to better understand and measure different types of stiffness to improve treatments.
TaoyuanAges 20 years+ - NCT06596824Recruiting
Digital training to reduce inflammation after ACL knee surgery
This trial tests a personalized digital training program for people who recently had ACL knee surgery. The goal is to see if correcting movement patterns can lower inflammation and prevent early knee arthritis.
BerlinAges 18–50 - NCT06596772RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing a biosimilar to Enbrel for rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests if a new biosimilar called MB04 works as well as the standard drug Enbrel for people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. Participants will keep taking methotrexate while being assigned to one of the two drugs to see how they compare.
HaskovoAges 18–75 - NCT06597383Recruiting
Switching to pasireotide for acromegaly not well controlled
This trial tests if switching from a standard somatostatin analog to pasireotide can better control acromegaly in patients whose growth hormone and IGF-1 levels remain high. It aims to offer a more effective treatment option for those not responding well enough to initial therapy.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06598618Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for kneecap pain
This study compares two types of hands-on treatments—Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Muscle Energy Technique—to see which works better for kneecap pain. It aims to find a therapy that can help reduce your pain and improve movement.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT06598683Recruiting
Brain stimulation for muscle stiffness after stroke
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) can help reduce muscle stiffness and improve arm or leg movement in people who had a stroke. If you have tight or stiff muscles after your stroke, this might be a good option to explore.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–70 - NCT06599411Recruiting
Skin biomarkers for inflammatory disease treatment
This study looks for clues in your skin and blood that could predict how well you'll respond to treatments for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or lupus. It aims to help doctors choose the best therapy for you.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06599658RecruitingPhase 2
COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine timing for people with weak immune systems
This study tests the best timing for a COVID-19 booster and flu shot in people with weakened immune systems, such as organ transplant recipients, people living with HIV, or those with certain autoimmune conditions. It aims to help patients get better protection from both vaccines.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05518188RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy trial for a childhood AP4M1 brain disorder
This trial studies a one-time gene therapy meant to help children with SPG50 disease caused by changes in the AP4M1 gene. Researchers will give the treatment and closely monitor safety and early signs of benefit.
Dallas, TexasAges 4 months–10 years - NCT01422694Recruiting
Understanding spondyloarthritis over time
This study follows people with spondyloarthritis (an inflammatory arthritis that often affects the spine and joints) and their family members over time to better understand how the disease develops and progresses. It also includes a research stool sample test to learn about gut bacteria.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–99 - NCT06915363Recruiting
BioPoly implant for knee cartilage repair
This trial tests a BioPoly implant to repair a small damaged cartilage spot in your knee. If you have a specific type of cartilage injury that didn't get better with other treatments, this implant may help relieve pain and improve function.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 30–65 - NCT06863129Recruiting
Surgery for thigh bone cancer: reconstruction vs. repair
This trial compares two types of surgery to fix the top part of the thigh bone that has been weakened or broken by cancer that spread from another part of the body. One surgery replaces the damaged area with an artificial joint, and the other repairs it using metal plates and screws.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06600958Recruiting
Study of knee arthritis severity and progression
This study looks at how knee osteoarthritis or other types of knee arthritis progress over time, using blood tests and X-rays. It aims to find markers that could predict whether the disease will get worse, which may help guide treatment decisions.
CréteilAges 18 years+ - NCT06601634Recruiting
Neck pain improvement after cervical spine surgery
This study looks at what factors help predict better neck pain after a specific type of neck surgery called ACDF. If you have a degenerative neck condition and are scheduled for this surgery, the results could help doctors understand what leads to the best pain relief.
Krakow, Lesser Poland VoivodeshipAges 18–65 - NCT06602375Recruiting
Physical therapy and exercise for jaw pain
This study tests if adding manual physical therapy and exercise to standard dental care helps active-duty service members with jaw pain (temporomandibular disorders). It aims to see if this combination works better than dental care alone.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–55 - NCT06603103Recruiting
Comparing two knee implants in total knee replacement
This study compares two types of knee implants (SpheriKA and Origin) used in total knee replacement surgery with a specific alignment technique. The goal is to see which one may lead to better outcomes for patients needing a first knee replacement.
MérignacAges 18 years+ - NCT06603662RecruitingPhase 4
Steroids for sudden osteoarthritis pain in the emergency room
This trial tests if a short course of oral steroids (glucocorticoids) can relieve sudden osteoarthritis pain in the knee, hip, or shoulder for people who come to the emergency department and are well enough to go home.
York, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06603831Recruiting
3D digital surgery study for bone and joint procedures
This study tests whether 3D digital planning tools make surgeries for certain bone and joint problems more effective and cost-efficient. If you need a specific type of surgery on your forearm, pelvis, or spine, this trial could help determine if digital surgery improves your recovery.
Sabadell, BarcelonaAges 18–80
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,843 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,987 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Bones, joints & muscles” cover here?
- Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We group each study into bones, joints & muscles based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a bones, joints & muscles trial near me?
- Use the search to filter bones, joints & muscles studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.