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
- NCT06979024Enrolling by invitation
Observational study of myotonic dystrophy type 1
This study follows people with myotonic dystrophy type 1 over time to learn more about the condition. It is for people of any age who have genetic confirmation of DM1, whether or not they have symptoms.
Fuzhou, FujianAges Any age - NCT06977958Enrolling by invitation
Gluteal enhancement trial for non-active women
This trial tests a program called NASM OPT to see if it can improve hip appearance in women who haven't exercised for the last 6 months. It might help you if you're looking to reshape your hips safely.
Ferdows, South Khorasan ProvinceAges 20–45 - NCT06977919Enrolling by invitation
New exercise method for chest firmness and shape
This trial tests a new technique (called NASM OPT) to help improve the shape and firmness of your chest. It is for women who have not been exercising and who want to enhance their chest appearance without using surgery.
Zahedan, Sistan and BaluchestanAges 20–45 - NCT06971835Enrolling by invitation
NanoParticle Matrix spine surgery registry
This study follows people who receive a special bone graft material called NanoParticle Matrix (NPM) during spine surgery. Researchers want to track outcomes over two years to see how well it works.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT06965920Enrolling by invitation
Spinal pain and balance study using gentle chiropractic care
This study tests a gentle chiropractic technique called flexion distraction to see if it improves how well you move and balance while standing. It may help if you have spinal pain and can stand with mild to moderate pain.
West Palm Beach, FloridaAges 18–100 - NCT06957444Enrolling by invitation
Allergic skin reactions and scar appearance after joint replacement
This study looks at how often patients have an allergic skin reaction to the stitches used after knee or hip replacement, and how their scar looks. If you are having a first-time replacement, you may be able to join.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–80 - NCT06953284Enrolling by invitation
Tape or electrical stimulation for ankle stiffness in CP
This trial compares kinesiotaping (a special stretchy tape) to functional electrical stimulation (mild electrical pulses to muscles) for treating equinus deformity (walking on tiptoes) in children with cerebral palsy. It aims to see which method helps improve ankle movement and walking better.
TantaAges 4–10 - NCT06946329Enrolling by invitation
Water exercise for knee pain in obese men
This study tests whether a supervised water exercise program (called WATERinMOTION) can reduce knee pain and improve movement in obese men with knee osteoarthritis. It may help if you are looking for a gentle, joint-friendly way to manage your knee pain.
Zahedan, Sistan and BaluchestanAges 45–65 - NCT06940869Enrolling by invitation
Reproductive health registry for rheumatic conditions
This study creates a registry to better understand pregnancy outcomes in people with autoimmune or rheumatic conditions. If you are aged 12 to 55, can become pregnant (or are currently pregnant or planning a pregnancy), and receive care at Duke Health, you may be eligible to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 12–55 - NCT06938542Enrolling by invitation
Palliative care needs for kids with rare diseases
This study asks children with rare diseases and their families about what kind of palliative care (comfort and support) they need. It aims to understand how to better help families through their child's illness.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–99 - NCT06927869Enrolling by invitation
Pully exercise for managing muscle stiffness
This trial tests whether special pulley-based exercises can reduce muscle stiffness (spasticity) in children. Children with mild spasticity (grade 1 on a standard scale) who can follow instructions may participate.
TantaAges 5–10 - NCT06912438Enrolling by invitation
Emotional release after dry needling for jaw and head pain
This study tests whether a dry needling technique (trigger point needling) can help release emotional tension and reduce pain from muscle knots in the head and neck. It may be a good option if you have jaw or headache pain related to muscle tightness.
Tel Aviv, IsraelAges 18 years+ - NCT06911437Enrolling by invitation
Knee pain relief with Chinese formula and massage
This study tests if combining a Chinese herbal formula called Xiaoyu Zhitong with a gentle drainage massage can reduce knee pain and swelling. It may help people whose knee symptoms are worse in cold, damp weather.
BeijingAges 25–70 - NCT06906419Enrolling by invitation
Knee surgery study for chronic kneecap dislocations
This study looks at how well a specific knee surgery (arthroscopic trochleoplasty) works over time for people who have had repeated kneecap dislocations. If you had this surgery between 2015 and 2023, your results could help doctors understand how to better treat this condition.
DrammenAges 18 years+ - NCT06897787Enrolling by invitation
Jaw surgery study: how jaw position affects joint healing
This study looks at how the way the upper jaw is positioned during corrective jaw surgery affects the joint's healing over time. It may help people with a specific type of underbite who are already planning to have both upper and lower jaw surgery.
Istanbul, FatihAges 18–65 - NCT06893250Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Orthobiologic treatment for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests a treatment made from your own body's healing components to reduce knee pain. It may help people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis who haven't had knee surgery or strong pain relievers lately.
Tromsø, TromsøAges 40–70 - NCT06892977Enrolling by invitation
How stress affects pain (brain scan study)
This study uses MRI scans to explore how stress changes your experience of pain. Researchers want to understand the link between stress and pain, which could help improve treatments for chronic pain.
GhentAges 18–45 - NCT06888973Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell infusion for autoimmune diseases
This clinical trial is testing if infusions of special stem cells (called mesenchymal stem cells) can help people with certain autoimmune diseases where standard treatments have not worked well enough. It is an early-phase study in Pakistan for adults (and some children for one condition) with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, systemic sclerosis, ankylosing spondylitis, or dermatomyositis/polymyositis.
RawalpindiAges 18–50 - NCT06887491Enrolling by invitation
Dual-tasking (thinking + moving) program for children with Duchenne MD
This study tests whether a special program that combines thinking tasks (like counting or remembering) with physical activities can help boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy improve their thinking, movement, and ability to do everyday tasks independently.
Ankara, CankayaAges 6–12 - NCT06885372Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up of ACL tear patients without surgery
This trial is for people with a torn ACL who are young (up to 25) and have certain risk factors for knee instability. It will follow them long-term to see how their knee does without surgery, focusing on those who are active in pivoting sports, have a loose knee joint, or have naturally loose joints.
Banff, AlbertaAges 14–25 - NCT06879444Enrolling by invitation
Core strength and pelvic floor in Sjogren's
This study looks at how core stability and pelvic floor muscles work in people with primary Sjogren's syndrome. If you have this condition, the results may help doctors understand changes in muscle function.
Denizli, DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT06868784Enrolling by invitation
Thinking and daily skills in children with Duchenne
This study looks at how thinking skills (like planning and memory) affect everyday activities such as dressing or playing in children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It aims to find ways to help kids do better in their daily lives.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 6–12 - NCT06867107Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term follow-up study of SAT-3247 for Duchenne
This is a long-term follow-up study for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who already took part in a previous SAT-3247 trial. It checks how safe and effective the treatment stays over a longer time.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–40 - NCT06864039Enrolling by invitation
Quality of life in treated congenital hypothyroidism
This study looks at the long-term quality of life for people who were diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism at birth and started treatment within the first month of life. It aims to understand how early treatment affects their health and well-being as they grow up.
NaplesAges 16–21
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.