Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,610 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,771
- Phase 2215
- Phase 4199
- Phase 1182
- Phase 3139
- Phase 1/Phase 270
- Phase 2/Phase 334
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis171
- Rheumatoid Arthritis131
- Fibromyalgia105
- Osteoporosis82
- Osteoarthritis71
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)68
- Osteoarthritis, Knee65
- Shoulder Pain48
- Hip Osteoarthritis43
- Psoriatic Arthritis40
- Degenerative Disc Disease39
- Chronic Pain38
- Total Knee Arthroplasty38
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus37
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy36
- Musculoskeletal Pain35
- Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee32
- Pain32
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University85
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli69
- Cairo University66
- 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
- Texas66
- Alabama60
- Illinois51
- Pennsylvania48
Recruiting studies4,610 total
- NCT07491939Recruiting
Living Well with Arthritis: A Palliative Care Study
This study explores how palliative and supportive care can help people with arthritis feel better and live well. You can join even if you are not currently receiving palliative care.
Bath, WiltshireAges 18 years+ - NCT07491575Recruiting
Evaluation of the 5C MEDic knee replacement system
This study tests a new knee replacement system (the 5C® MEDic Knee) in people having knee surgery at Leuven University Hospital. It aims to see how well the implant works for conditions like arthritis, fractures, or revision of a previous knee replacement.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT07492732Recruiting
Training methods and SIS stimulation for balance and strength
This trial compares different training methods and a type of stimulation called SIS to see how they affect balance, movement, and strength in healthy, active adults.
GdanskAges 19–40 - NCT07491367RecruitingPhase 4
Platelet-rich plasma for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests two different ways of preparing platelet-rich plasma (a treatment made from your own blood) to see which one works better for knee osteoarthritis. You'll also do physical therapy as part of the study.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07496983Recruiting
Using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for tennis elbow
This study tests a treatment for tennis elbow called platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which uses your own blood to help the tendon heal. It looks at who benefits most from a PRP injection given within the last 48 hours.
PloemeurAges 18 years+ - NCT07497217Recruiting
Change in runner screening test over 12 weeks
This study looks at how a screening test for runners changes over 12 weeks. It is for senior runners who are members of a running club and have completed several 10-kilometer races recently.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 18 years+ - NCT07497100Recruiting
Arm function and daily life in hemiplegic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how arm and hand function affects daily activities in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. It aims to help understand how to improve participation in everyday tasks.
CairoAges 5–8 - NCT07494344Recruiting
Joint replacement surgery study for bleeding disorders
This study looks at how people with inherited bleeding disorders, like hemophilia, do after joint replacement surgery. Researchers want to learn what works best for managing bleeding during and after surgery to improve recovery.
Pavia, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT05702476Recruiting
Non-invasive 3D scan study for Marfan face features
This study uses a non-invasive 3D scan to better measure facial features in people with Marfan syndrome. It may help researchers describe face differences more accurately, without needles or surgery.
San Donato Milanese, LombardyAges Any age - NCT06227182Recruiting
Comparing MRI and ultrasound for muscle health
This study compares two imaging methods, MRI and ultrasound, to see how well they measure muscle health. It may help find better ways to monitor muscle conditions without invasive tests.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18–70 - NCT06744907RecruitingPhase 4
Betadine under skin during back fusion surgery
This study tests whether a small amount of Betadine placed under the skin during back fusion surgery can help prevent infection. It's for people having their first posterior spinal fusion.
Akron, OhioAges Up to 26 years - NCT05697159Recruiting
7-tesla brain MRI to study how filgotinib eases RA pain
This trial uses a very high-strength brain MRI to understand how the RA medicine filgotinib may reduce pain. If you have active rheumatoid arthritis and can safely complete the scan, the study may help researchers better target pain relief in RA.
GlasgowAges 18–74 - NCT06773988Recruiting
Long-term monitoring of breathing support at home for Duchenne patients
This study follows adults with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who use a breathing machine (non-invasive ventilation or NIV) at home. It aims to track their health over time to improve care.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06773676Recruiting
Home laser device study for knee osteoarthritis relief
This study tests whether using a laser device at home can help reduce knee pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. You would use the device yourself over several weeks to see if it eases your symptoms.
Ashkelon, Southern DistrictAges 50–90 - NCT07486934RecruitingPhase 3
Study of DYNE-101 for Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1
This trial tests an experimental drug called DYNE-101 to see if it can help people with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). The study aims to improve muscle function and daily life. It is for adults who can walk and stand up from a chair without help.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 16 years+ - NCT07486960RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Tulisokibart for Psoriatic Arthritis
This trial tests a new drug called tulisokibart for people with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), a condition that causes joint pain and skin plaques. It may help if you have not tried certain biologic medications or if they did not work well.
Sun City, ArizonaAges 18–80 - NCT07481630RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new medicine for weight loss and knee pain
This study tests if a new medicine called NNC0487-0111 can help people with extra weight and knee osteoarthritis lose weight and reduce knee pain. If you have knee pain most days and are willing to stop pain relievers for short periods, you may be able to join.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05972837Recruiting
Home electrical stimulation for long-lasting neck muscle pain
This trial studies whether a home-based electrical stimulation device placed on the neck can reduce pain for people with long-lasting neck muscle pain. It may help if your pain has lasted at least 2 months and is moderate to severe.
New Taipei CityAges 20–60 - NCT06592248Recruiting
New ceramic knee replacement for active adults under 70
This trial is testing a new type of knee replacement that uses a ceramic surface to help the knee feel more natural. It may be a good option if you are under 70, have stubborn knee pain from arthritis, and your knee is not too bent out of shape.
ParisAges 18–70 - NCT07484594Recruiting
Trunk stabilization plus knee rehab for knee-spine syndrome
This trial tests whether adding trunk stabilization exercises to standard knee osteoarthritis rehab can improve outcomes for people with both knee pain and low back pain. It may help if you have moderate knee arthritis and have had back pain for at least 3 months.
Islamabad, ALAges 40–60 - NCT07484516Recruiting
Eccentric exercises and muscle energy for tennis elbow
This trial tests whether combining eccentric exercises with muscle energy technique can help reduce pain and improve function in people with tennis elbow. It is for those who have had symptoms for more than a few weeks.
Karachi, SindhAges 20–50 - NCT07486869RecruitingPhase 2
Emapalumab study for MDA5-related lung disease
This trial tests if emapalumab can help people with a serious lung condition linked to MDA5 antibodies. It may be an option for those with worsening breathing despite other treatments.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07482332Recruiting
Core exercises for knee arthritis in women
This study tests if core stability exercises can reduce pain and improve function in women with knee osteoarthritis. It is designed for those who have not had recent physical therapy and can move their knees and hips freely.
SivasAges 45–65 - NCT07481461Recruiting
Knee alignment and biology in osteoarthritis
This study looks at how changes in knee alignment affect symptoms and joint biology in people with early knee osteoarthritis. It may help doctors understand how to better treat knee OA.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,610 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,508 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.