Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,832 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,967
- Phase 2222
- Phase 4195
- Phase 1191
- Phase 3151
- Phase 1/Phase 273
- Phase 2/Phase 333
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis184
- Rheumatoid Arthritis141
- Fibromyalgia102
- Osteoporosis88
- Osteoarthritis74
- Osteoarthritis, Knee73
- 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
- Pain34
- 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
- California208
- New York94
- Florida80
- Arizona76
- Massachusetts76
- Maryland73
- Texas64
- Alabama57
- Illinois54
- Pennsylvania50
Recruiting studies4,832 total
- NCT06520085Recruiting
Using a phone app to improve recovery after shoulder surgery
This trial tests whether a personalized mobile app helps people recover better after reverse shoulder replacement surgery. If you use a smartphone or tablet, the app may guide your recovery and track your progress.
Venlo, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06338514Recruiting
Dry needling for upper back muscle pain
This study tests if dry needling helps reduce shoulder pain caused by muscle knots in the upper back. It may be an option if you have not had recent back surgery or treatments.
KütahyaAges 18–80 - NCT06720948Enrolling by invitation
Study of ION facet screw in spine surgery
This study is for adults who have already had a specific type of spinal fusion using the ION Facet Screw system, along with additional hardware. It looks at how well this procedure works over time. You must be 21 to 80 years old, have no active cancer or severe bone disease, and not be on medications that affect bone healing.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 21–80 - NCT03511586Recruiting
Shoulder replacement outcomes registry
This study collects information from people having shoulder replacement surgery with an Arthrex implant. It helps doctors learn how well these implants work over time.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–100 - 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 - NCT07226648Recruiting
Ultrasound brain treatment for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests a non-invasive ultrasound treatment aimed at a part of the brain involved in pain. It may help people with fibromyalgia who haven't found enough relief from standard treatments.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 22 years+ - 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+ - NCT07777757Recruiting
Robotic knee surgery: does implant type affect alignment accuracy?
This study compares two types of knee implants used during robotic-assisted surgery to see which one gives more accurate alignment. It may help find the best implant for your new knee.
Hong Kong, Sandy BayAges 18 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+ - NCT07310849Recruiting
Digital health support for older adults with diabetes
This study tests a digital care program using the LINE messaging app to help older adults with diabetes and other chronic conditions manage their health. It may be a good fit if you are 50 or older, have type 2 diabetes plus another condition like high blood pressure, and are comfortable using a smartphone.
New Taipei City, Wugu DistrictAges 50 years+ - NCT07778199Recruiting
Implant denture fitting: digital vs traditional dental impressions
This trial compares two ways of taking dental impressions (molds) for making a full-arch implant-supported denture. One method uses a digital scanner, the other uses traditional dental putty. The goal is to see if one results in a more comfortable and precise fit.
Al Mansurah, Dakahlia GovernorateAges 35–70 - NCT07779421Recruiting
Healing bone after wisdom tooth removal
This study tests whether using a patient's own blood products can help bone heal better after removing a wisdom tooth. It may help reduce the gap left behind and protect the nearby molar.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–60 - NCT07441876RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing a new drug to vosoritide for children with achondroplasia
This trial tests a new medicine, BMN 333, against an existing one (vosoritide) to see if it helps children with achondroplasia grow. It's for kids who haven't used these treatments before.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT06382051Recruiting
Improving Psoriatic Arthritis Screening in Psoriasis
This study tests a new way to screen for psoriatic arthritis (a type of joint inflammation) in people with psoriasis. It looks at a tool called PEST and aims to improve early detection.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT03492372Enrolling by invitation
Study of molecular changes in removed spinal tissue
This study looks at what’s happening at the molecular level in spinal tissue that is normally removed during surgery. It may help researchers better understand spinal conditions and improve future treatments, using tissue provided as part of routine care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 1–80 - NCT07514819Recruiting
Adaptive Proton Therapy Planning for Children With Cancer
This study tests a new way to plan proton radiation therapy (a precise type of cancer treatment) for children with solid tumors or Hodgkin's lymphoma. The goal is to improve how doctors adapt treatment during therapy to better target tumors while protecting healthy tissue.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT06751238RecruitingPhase 1
Secukinumab for children with psoriatic arthritis
This study tests a drug called secukinumab (given through an IV) in children with juvenile psoriatic arthritis. The goal is to see how well it works and if it's safe over time, for up to 6 years.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT07589127Recruiting
Nerve Block for Pain Relief During Knee Replacement
This study tests whether blocking a specific nerve in the knee can reduce pain and improve recovery after total knee replacement surgery. You would receive this nerve block alongside standard anesthesia to see if it helps you need fewer pain medications afterward.
Hjelset, Møre og RomsdalAges 18–80 - NCT07542184Recruiting
Nanochon Chondrograft Knee Cartilage Repair Study
This early-stage study tests a new implant designed to repair damaged knee cartilage. Researchers will evaluate whether this treatment is safe and feasible for people with knee cartilage damage.
Panama City, Provincia de PanamáAges 22–60 - NCT07639060Recruiting
Pain Relief Study Using Freezing Nerve Treatment
This study watches how well a freezing procedure works for chronic pain over 6 to 12 months. Your doctor thinks this procedure could help your pain, and the study simply tracks your recovery through questionnaires to help doctors understand if it works.
Old Saybrook, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07473154RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Calming an overactive immune system with special cells
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy made from a patient's own white blood cells (called lymphocytes) that are designed to help control the immune system. The goal is to reduce inflammation and symptoms in people with hard-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis or a severe form of scleroderma (dcSSc).
DüsseldorfAges 18 years+ - NCT07621068Recruiting
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
This study tests whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber can reduce fatigue and improve symptoms in people with mild-to-moderate chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The therapy may help your body recover better by increasing oxygen supply to affected tissues.
ZrifinAges 18 years+ - NCT06948214RecruitingPhase 3
LUM-201 for growth hormone deficiency in children
This trial tests a new medicine called LUM-201 for children who haven't grown enough because their bodies don't make enough growth hormone. It aims to help kids who haven't been treated before and are still at an early stage of puberty.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 3–11 - NCT04554212Recruiting
Blood flow restriction therapy after kneecap instability
This trial tests whether a special exercise method called blood flow restriction training can help people recover faster and get back to running and pivoting activities after a kneecap (patella) that slips out of place. It may help strengthen the knee while you go through physical therapy.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 14–40
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,832 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,923 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.