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
- NCT07274267Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for muscle inflammation patients
This study tests whether special breathing exercises can help people with inflammatory myopathy. You would learn and practice breathing techniques using a device that strengthens your breathing muscles.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT07275164Recruiting
High-intensity interval exercise for shoulder pain
This trial tests if high-intensity interval training (short bursts of intense exercise) can help people with long-term shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff problems or frozen shoulder.
WilrijkAges 18 years+ - NCT07276581RecruitingPhase 2
Testing AZD1163 for active rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests a new medication called AZD1163 for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that hasn't responded well enough to standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can safely reduce joint swelling and pain.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07278050Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for shoulder surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (interscalene and serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block) for pain relief during shoulder surgery. If you are having arthroscopic shoulder surgery under general anesthesia, you may be able to join.
Istanbul, BagcilarAges 18–75 - NCT07278323RecruitingPhase 4
Hormone therapy for frozen shoulder
This study tests if hormone replacement therapy can help treat frozen shoulder. It is designed for people with frozen shoulder in just one shoulder who are not currently using hormones and have no history of hormone-sensitive cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40 years+ - NCT07278609Recruiting
Safer medication use for older adults with rheumatic conditions
This study tests a program to help doctors choose safer medications for people aged 60 and older who have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. It aims to reduce the use of potentially harmful drugs and improve overall medication safety.
Montreal, QuebecAges 60 years+ - NCT07279883Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after cleft palate surgery in children
This study looks back at the medical records of children who had cleft palate surgery in 2017 or 2018. It compares how long they stayed in the hospital and their pain needs after surgery, between those who got standard pain medicine alone and those who also got a nerve block to help with pain.
StockholmAges 3 months–15 years - NCT07280104Recruiting
Infants with congenital hypothyroidism and development
This study looks at how babies with primary congenital hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone from birth) grow and develop after being treated. It helps doctors understand if treatment helps them reach normal milestones.
NiğdeAges 6 months–1.5 years - NCT07280156RecruitingPhase 2
Study of PRX-115 for gout with or without methotrexate
This trial tests a new medicine, PRX-115, given through a vein, to see if it lowers uric acid levels in people with gout who haven't had success with standard treatments. Some participants will also take methotrexate, and the results are compared to a placebo (a dummy infusion).
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07281456RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new oral drug for Sjögren's disease safety
This study tests the safety of a daily pill called Tofacitinib for adults with mild-to-moderate Sjögren's disease. It aims to see if this drug helps manage symptoms when other treatments haven't worked well.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT07281586RecruitingPhase 4
Switching from Prolia to a different osteoporosis drug
This trial tests if it's safe to switch from a long-term osteoporosis medication called Prolia to another treatment. It may help women and men who have been on Prolia for at least 3 years.
Douliu, TaiwanAges 50–85 - NCT07281625RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Comparing two types of back surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis
This study compares two surgical approaches for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (a narrowing of the spine that puts pressure on nerves). One group will get standard decompression (relieving pressure), the other group will get that plus screws and rods to stabilize the spine. The goal is to see which leads to better outcomes.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–60 - NCT07281651Recruiting
Understanding pain sensitivity in knee pain and fibromyalgia
This study looks at how the brain and nerves process pain in people with knee pain or fibromyalgia. It compares them to pain-free people to understand differences in muscle signals.
Derby, DerbyshireAges 40 years+ - NCT07282392Recruiting
Emotional awareness therapy for lupus and fibromyalgia pain
This study tests if a therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can help people with lupus and fibromyalgia or chronic widespread pain feel better by addressing emotional factors that may worsen their pain. You would attend sessions to learn how to understand and express your emotions in healthy ways.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–65 - NCT07283887RecruitingPhase 4
Romosozumab and Denosumab for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
This trial compares two osteoporosis drugs (romosozumab and denosumab) given alone or together to see which works better for improving bone density. It may help if you are a postmenopausal woman with osteoporosis and have not taken strong bone medications recently.
Douliu, TaiwanAges 50–80 - NCT07284563RecruitingPhase 2
Ultra-low dose bone scan imaging study
This trial tests a much smaller amount of radiation during a PET scan to see if it can still show bone issues clearly. You might join if you need a bone scan and want to try a lower radiation approach.
Englewood, New JerseyAges 18–120 - NCT07284641RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cell transplant for immune disorders
This trial tests a stem cell transplant to treat common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) and other immune problems. It aims to replace a faulty immune system with a healthy one from a donor.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–40 - NCT07284797RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study for autoimmune disease and healthy volunteers
This trial is testing an experimental drug for safety in people with certain autoimmune diseases—like myositis, scleroderma, or Sjögren's disease—as well as in healthy volunteers. It aims to find out if the drug is safe enough to study further.
MelbourneAges 18–75 - NCT07286214RecruitingPhase 4
Study of sarilumab for early polymyalgia rheumatica
This trial tests whether the drug sarilumab can help people with newly diagnosed or early relapsing polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) reduce their need for prednisone. It aims to see if the combination is safer and more effective than prednisone alone.
Denver, ColoradoAges 50 years+ - NCT07286565Recruiting
Remote motor development study for early-diagnosed DMD or SMA
This study remotely tracks motor development in children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy or spinal muscular atrophy who were diagnosed at birth or before symptoms started. It aims to see if early monitoring helps improve long-term care and outcomes.
LiègeAges 4 months+ - NCT07286773Recruiting
Biofeedback exercises for flexible flat feet
This study tests if special exercises with biofeedback (a tool that helps you see muscle activity) can improve flexible flat feet. It may help you if you have flat feet that are not fixed in position.
Istanbul, BüyükçekmeceAges 18–45 - NCT07287189RecruitingPhase 2
SAT-3247 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This trial tests a new daily pill called SAT-3247 for boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who are still able to walk. The goal is to see if it can help slow muscle decline.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 7–9 - NCT07287241Recruiting
Heart health study for people with osteogenesis imperfecta
This study looks at heart structure and function in children and adults with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a condition that affects bones. Researchers want to understand how OI may impact the heart.
Bologna, Emilia-RomagnaAges 5–80 - NCT07288684Recruiting
Virtual chiropractor rehab after back fracture
This study tests a virtual, at-home rehab program led by a chiropractor for people over 50 who have had a recent back fracture. The goal is to help you recover strength and mobility through live video sessions, without needing to travel.
Waterloo, OntarioAges 50 years+
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.