Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,611 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,768
- Phase 2217
- Phase 4200
- Phase 1182
- Phase 3139
- Phase 1/Phase 271
- Phase 2/Phase 334
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis172
- Rheumatoid Arthritis132
- Fibromyalgia105
- Osteoporosis82
- Osteoarthritis71
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)68
- Osteoarthritis, Knee64
- Shoulder Pain48
- Hip Osteoarthritis43
- Psoriatic Arthritis40
- Degenerative Disc Disease39
- Chronic Pain38
- Total Knee Arthroplasty38
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy37
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus37
- Musculoskeletal Pain35
- Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee32
- Pain32
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University85
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli69
- Cairo University65
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris36
- Foundation University Islamabad31
- Mayo Clinic28
- Massachusetts General Hospital25
- National Taiwan University Hospital25
- Hacettepe University23
- Tanta University22
Where studies are running
- California207
- New York87
- Florida82
- Maryland76
- Arizona72
- Massachusetts71
- Texas67
- Alabama59
- Illinois51
- Pennsylvania48
Recruiting studies4,611 total
- NCT04014413Recruiting
Fecal transplant for gut and immune-related conditions
This trial studies whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)—a medical procedure using stool from a screened donor to restore gut bacteria—can improve safety and outcomes for people with certain bowel, immune, and metabolic conditions. It may help if your symptoms are thought to be related to an unhealthy gut microbiome, though eligibility is broad and depends on specific safety factors.
Hong Kong, ShatinAges Any age - NCT05752396Recruiting
Study of Pain Patterns Over Time in Kids
This study follows kids who have a specific type of chronic pain (headaches, stomach pain, or muscle/joint pain) to better understand how pain changes over time. It also checks whether certain factors are linked to those pain patterns.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–19 - NCT07774507Recruiting
Daily movement and artery health in rheumatoid arthritis
This study looks at how daily movement patterns (like sitting, standing, and walking) relate to the buildup of plaque in arteries (atherosclerosis) in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to understand if certain activity levels can lower heart risks.
Presidente Prudente, São PauloAges 18–65 - NCT07769619Recruiting
AI and brain scans for chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis
This study uses AI, brain scans, and blood tests to understand chronic pain in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It may help find better ways to treat pain in the future.
WroclawAges 18 years+ - NCT07767409Recruiting
Home exercise app versus clinic physiotherapy for knee arthritis
This study compares doing exercises and self-care through a smartphone app to attending physiotherapy at a hospital clinic for people with knee osteoarthritis. It aims to see if the app is as helpful for reducing pain and improving function.
SingaporeAges 45–95 - NCT07772661Enrolling by invitation
Therapy options for deep gluteal pain syndrome
This study compares two treatments for buttock pain that gets worse when you sit. One is a type of hands-on therapy, the other adds sound wave therapy. The goal is to see which helps reduce pain and improve movement.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT07775248RecruitingPhase 4
Long-lasting pain relief after knee replacement
This trial tests a new type of pain medicine that is given during knee replacement surgery and slowly releases pain relief over several days. It may help reduce the need for opioid painkillers after surgery.
Grosse Pointe Farms, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07775183Recruiting
Balance training with visual targets for fall prevention
This study tests a balance training program that uses visual targets. It aims to see if this training helps improve balance, daily function, and reduce fear of falling in people who have had a fall recently.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–95 - NCT07767812Recruiting
Motivational interviewing for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests whether talking with a counselor (motivational interviewing) helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel more confident in managing their pain and become more physically active. It may help you feel better and move more easily.
Afyonkarahisar, TürkiyeAges 40 years+ - NCT07771296Recruiting
Using smart technology to improve diagnosis of jaw muscle pain
This study uses machine learning and MRI scans to better diagnose jaw muscle pain, which could lead to more tailored treatments. If you have persistent jaw pain that hasn't responded to basic painkillers, this trial might help you find a clearer diagnosis.
New Taipei City, SanxiaAges 18–70 - NCT07767747Enrolling by invitation
Neck and shoulder pain relief: comparing two hands-on therapies
This study compares two gentle, hands-on treatments (Emmett and Bowen techniques) to see which works better for long-lasting neck and shoulder pain caused by muscle knots (trigger points). It may help you find a non-invasive way to ease pain and improve movement.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07770139Enrolling by invitation
Online yoga and breathing for student stress relief
This study compares two online programs—one with yoga poses and breathing, the other adding a special breathing technique—to see if they help reduce stress and improve well-being in university students.
IstanbulAges 18–30 - NCT07772674Enrolling by invitation
Nerve gliding exercises with or without shockwave for buttock pain
This study compares two treatments for pain in the buttock that may spread down the back of the thigh. One group gets nerve gliding exercises alone, the other gets those exercises plus shockwave therapy, a treatment that uses sound waves to help healing.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 2.1 years–45 years - NCT07775235Recruiting
Treatment outcomes for muscle inflammation with rapid lung disease
This study looks at how well treatments work for people with muscle inflammation (myositis) that causes a fast-progressing lung condition. It may help doctors find better ways to manage this serious combination.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT07767097Recruiting
Low-dose radiation after revision knee replacement for stiffness
This study tests whether a single low dose of radiation after revision knee replacement surgery can help reduce stiffness and improve knee movement in people who had a stiff knee after their first replacement. The radiation is given along with usual care after surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07767383RecruitingPhase 4
Improving sleep quality after knee surgery with added sedation and nerve blocks
This trial tests whether adding a calming medicine called dexmedetomidine to a nerve block around the knee can help you sleep better after arthroscopic knee surgery. It aims to find if this combination reduces sleep problems during recovery.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–85 - NCT06566066Recruiting
Thyroid hormone resistance patient registry
This study creates a registry for people with thyroid hormone resistance caused by specific genetic mutations. It helps doctors collect data to better understand and treat the condition.
BerlinAges Any age - NCT06567535Recruiting
Nerve-sparing surgery for jaw cysts using a camera and navigation
This trial tests a new way to remove jaw cysts using a tiny camera and special guides, which may help protect the nerve in your jaw. It is for people with a tooth-related cyst at least 2 cm wide that is pushing on that nerve.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05610098Recruiting
Study of gene activity in spinal tuberculosis
This trial looks at patterns of gene activity (from blood/tissue samples) in adults with spinal tuberculosis. The goal is to better understand the disease and how to tell different conditions apart, which may help future care.
Cape Town, Western CapeAges 18 years+ - NCT04369209Recruiting
Study of people with FSHD1 gene changes
This is a study that follows people who have a confirmed FSHD1 genetic change (and some healthy people for comparison). It may help researchers better understand the condition and how it affects people over time.
Fuzhou, FujianAges Any age - NCT06569472RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for tough juvenile dermatomyositis
This trial tests a treatment using your own immune cells, modified to target a protein called CD19, for children and teens with juvenile dermatomyositis that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if this therapy can help calm the inflammation and improve symptoms.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5–17 - NCT06571344Recruiting
Vitamin D in dialysis patients
This trial checks if measuring vitamin D in dialysis patients can lead to better treatment, then gives vitamin D supplements to those who are low. It may help improve your bone and heart health.
GdanskAges 18 years+ - NCT05227924Recruiting
Testing safety and performance of a hip implant device type
This study checks how safe and well a specific brand of hip implant (SYMBOL range) works in people getting a total hip replacement. It may help by confirming the device performs as expected for primary or revision surgeries.
BeaumontAges 18 years+ - NCT06509087Recruiting
Combining CT and MRI for joint pain procedure
This study tests a procedure called transarterial microembolization for chronic shoulder or knee pain that hasn't improved with other treatments. It uses both CT and MRI to guide the procedure and see if it can help reduce pain.
TaipeiAges 20–80
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,611 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,492 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.