Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,841 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,975
- Phase 2223
- Phase 4196
- Phase 1191
- Phase 3149
- Phase 1/Phase 274
- Phase 2/Phase 333
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis185
- Rheumatoid Arthritis142
- Fibromyalgia102
- Osteoporosis88
- Osteoarthritis74
- Osteoarthritis, Knee72
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)64
- Shoulder Pain50
- Psoriatic Arthritis47
- Hip Osteoarthritis41
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus41
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy39
- Chronic Pain38
- Degenerative Disc Disease38
- Total Knee Arthroplasty38
- Musculoskeletal Pain36
- Pain35
- Dermatomyositis31
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University110
- Cairo University72
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli71
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris37
- Foundation University Islamabad34
- Mayo Clinic29
- Massachusetts General Hospital27
- National Taiwan University Hospital25
- Chinese University of Hong Kong22
- Hacettepe University22
Where studies are running
- California210
- New York94
- Florida80
- Massachusetts76
- Arizona75
- Maryland73
- Texas65
- Alabama57
- Illinois54
- Pennsylvania50
Recruiting studies4,841 total
- NCT07633340Recruiting
Shock Wave Therapy Plus Rehab for Shoulder Blade Problems
This study compares two treatment approaches for scapular dyskinesis (abnormal shoulder blade movement): one group receives shock wave therapy along with standard exercises, while the other group does exercises alone. Researchers want to see if adding shock wave therapy helps improve shoulder blade function and reduces pain.
TantaAges 18 years+ - NCT07522398Recruiting
Power Training Study for Adults Over 65
This study tests whether short, intense strength exercises can help older adults build muscle and stay stronger. You'll do exercises designed to build power (the ability to move quickly and forcefully) over several weeks, and researchers will measure changes in your strength and daily function.
Diepenbeek, FlandersAges 65–85 - NCT07615322Recruiting
Smartphone Use, Posture, and Breathing in College Students
This study explores how smartphone addiction affects posture and breathing in young adults. Researchers will measure your posture, breathing patterns, and smartphone habits to understand if heavy phone use changes how you stand and breathe.
Maltepe, IstanbulAges 18–35 - NCT07525453Recruiting
Exercise Programs to Improve Balance in Older Adults
This study tests three different exercise programs designed to help older adults improve their balance and reduce fall risk. You'll participate in one of the programs and have your balance tested before and after to see which approach works best.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 65 years+ - NCT07526038Recruiting
Physical therapy for postpartum pelvic joint pain
This study tests whether a hands-on movement technique combined with core exercises helps postpartum mothers with sacroiliac joint pain (a pain in the lower back/buttock area). The research compares this combined approach to see if it reduces pain and improves function.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07609758Enrolling by invitation
Study of Hip Socket Fractures in Children
This research study collects information about children who have broken their hip socket (the cup-shaped bone that holds the thighbone). Researchers at University of Utah hospitals want to understand how these fractures heal and what outcomes children have over time.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 3–18 - NCT07244068Recruiting
Mat Pilates for kids with upper crossed syndrome
This trial tests if Mat Pilates can reduce pain and improve posture in school-going children with a specific forward head and rounded shoulder condition called upper crossed syndrome. It may help your child feel better and stand straighter.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–16 - NCT07086716Recruiting
Frailty study for hip or knee replacement patients
This study looks at frailty in people who have had a planned hip or knee replacement. It aims to understand how frailty affects recovery.
Rovato, BSAges 18 years+ - NCT07642583Enrolling by invitation
Dry Needling and Exercise for Achilles Tendon Pain
This study tests whether a combination of dry needling (a technique using thin needles) plus exercise can relieve pain in the Achilles tendon (the cord at the back of your heel). If you have ongoing Achilles pain, this trial might help you find relief and return to activities like running or walking.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT07600359Recruiting
Physical therapy techniques for sacroiliac joint pain
This study compares two hands-on physical therapy techniques to reduce lower back pain, improve walking, and restore function in people with sacroiliac joint dysfunction (a condition affecting the joint connecting your spine to your pelvis). You'll receive treatment and be assessed to see which technique works better.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT07533955RecruitingPhase 1
Testing JADE201 drug in rheumatoid arthritis patients
This early-stage study tests a new drug called JADE201 in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Researchers want to see if it is safe and how the body handles it, which could lead to better RA treatments.
Chisinau, MoldovaAges 18–70 - NCT05005039Recruiting
Study how bariatric surgery may affect bone strength
This trial studies whether bariatric surgery (bypass or sleeve) changes bone loss in postmenopausal women with obesity. It may help doctors understand who is at higher risk for weaker bones and how to prevent it.
LilleAges 45–70 - NCT07616583Recruiting
Vertebral Fracture Treatment with Precise Cement Injection
This study tests a new method for treating recent spine fractures caused by weak bones (osteoporosis). A surgeon injects special cement into the broken vertebra to stabilize it and reduce pain. You'll be one of the first to receive this standardized technique.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–80 - NCT06482203Recruiting
Comparing exercises for round upper back posture
This trial compares two types of exercises—endurance training for back muscles versus shoulder blade mobilization—in people with a hunched upper back (thoracic kyphosis) and mild back pain. It will help determine which approach is more effective.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhutunkhuwaAges 20–40 - NCT07646405Recruiting
Electrical stimulation and light resistance training for older adults' muscles
This study tests whether combining electrical muscle stimulation (a gentle electrical current applied to muscles) with light resistance exercises can help adults over 65 build stronger leg muscles and improve their ability to walk and move around.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 65–85 - NCT05030220Recruiting
Testing testosterone and a skin bacteria during shoulder surgery
This study looks at how testosterone levels and a common skin bacteria (Cutibacterium) may relate to outcomes around elective shoulder replacement surgery. Results could help improve how doctors prevent and understand infection risk or healing after surgery.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–89 - NCT06262269Recruiting
Home exercise program for teens with scoliosis
This trial tests whether a home-based exercise program delivered through video calls can help teens with idiopathic scoliosis. It aims to improve spine curvature and overall well-being without the need to travel to a clinic.
Villeneuve-d'AscqAges 13–17 - NCT07112742Enrolling by invitation
Laser and exercise for thumb arthritis
This study tests if a special laser treatment plus hand exercises can reduce pain and improve function in people with thumb arthritis. It compares the laser to a placebo laser, so you won't know which group you're in.
KayseriAges 45–75 - NCT06706531Recruiting
Dry needling plus physical therapy for plantar fasciitis
This study tests whether adding dry needling (a technique using thin needles to release muscle knots) to standard physical therapy works better than physical therapy alone for treating long-term heel pain known as plantar fasciitis.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07623304Recruiting
Exercise guidance system after spinal fusion surgery
This study tests a computer system that guides exercise recovery after spine surgery. It aims to help you heal better and move more safely at home using your WiFi connection.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT07523672Enrolling by invitation
Care Model for Sarcopenic Obesity in Older Adults
This trial tests a new care approach for older adults who have both excess body fat and muscle loss (sarcopenic obesity). The goal is to help improve muscle strength, physical function, and body composition.
Nakhon Nayok, Changwat Nakhon NayokAges 60 years+ - NCT07603947Recruiting
How Head Posture Affects Balance and Walking
This study looks at how forward head posture (when your head leans forward) impacts your balance and the way you walk. Researchers will measure your head position and analyze your walking patterns to understand this connection.
GizaAges 18–35 - NCT06741527Recruiting
Integrity Implant for rotator cuff repair study
This study is testing a new shoulder implant called the Integrity Implant System to see how well it works for people with rotator cuff tears. It may be a good fit if you need surgery to repair your torn tendon and meet the safety requirements.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07608107Recruiting
Foot Pressure Monitoring for Pelvic Fracture Recovery
This study uses special shoe insoles that measure pressure and weight distribution to help doctors understand how people with pelvic fractures heal and recover their ability to walk. The goal is to improve care and outcomes for patients like you.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,841 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,937 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.