Rheumatology & orthopedics
Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials
Arthritis, osteoporosis, and other conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. We’re tracking 4,837 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,970
- Phase 2223
- Phase 4196
- Phase 1191
- Phase 3149
- Phase 1/Phase 275
- Phase 2/Phase 333
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis185
- Rheumatoid Arthritis142
- Fibromyalgia102
- Osteoporosis88
- Osteoarthritis74
- Osteoarthritis, Knee72
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)65
- Shoulder Pain50
- Psoriatic Arthritis47
- Hip Osteoarthritis41
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus41
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy39
- Degenerative Disc Disease38
- Total Knee Arthroplasty38
- Chronic Pain37
- 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
- California211
- New York94
- Florida80
- Massachusetts76
- Arizona75
- Maryland73
- Texas65
- Alabama57
- Illinois54
- Pennsylvania50
Recruiting studies4,837 total
- NCT06089746Recruiting
Posture therapy for older veterans with spinal stenosis
This trial tests a non-invasive posture therapy for older veterans with lumbar spinal stenosis (a narrowing in the lower spine). It aims to reduce pain and improve walking without surgery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 55–80 - NCT07724691Recruiting
Comparing two shoulder therapies for frozen shoulder
This study compares two types of gentle shoulder movements (mobilizations) to treat frozen shoulder. The goal is to reduce pain and help you move your arm more easily.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–50 - NCT07726030Recruiting
Exercises for chronic rotator cuff pain in overhead athletes
This trial compares two types of exercises to see which better reduces chronic shoulder pain in male athletes who play overhead sports. If you have ongoing rotator cuff tendinopathy and are an active overhead athlete, this study may help find the best exercise approach for you.
Faisalābad, Punjab ProvinceAges 17–35 - NCT07637162Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Safety study of AXS-14 for fibromyalgia
This study continues to monitor the safety of an investigational drug called AXS-14 in people with fibromyalgia who previously participated in another AXS-14 trial. Researchers want to make sure the treatment remains safe over time.
Arkansas City, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07573631Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term Safety Study of BMN 351 for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
This study continues treatment with an investigational medicine called BMN 351 for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (a genetic muscle-weakening condition). It checks whether the medicine remains safe and effective when used over a longer period, building on results from an earlier trial.
Milan, ItalyAges 4 years+ - NCT04833465Recruiting
Testing a new outcome measure in kids with rheumatology diseases
This study looks at how to measure treatment success in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), lupus (SLE), or fibromyalgia (FM). It may help doctors track symptoms more reliably over time.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 5–21 - NCT07398417RecruitingPhase 3
Testing esreboxetine for fibromyalgia relief
This study tests a medicine called esreboxetine to see if it helps people with fibromyalgia. First, everyone gets the medicine, then some may switch to a placebo to see if the medicine keeps working better than no treatment.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05962437Recruiting
Smartphone app for fibromyalgia pain management
This trial tests a smartphone app that teaches you skills to cope with fibromyalgia pain and improve your quality of life. It's based on a type of therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that helps you accept pain and live a fuller life.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18–70 - NCT06921720Recruiting
Phosphate diabetes muscle study using phosphorus scan
This study uses a special MRI scan to look at phosphorus levels in the muscles of people with phosphate diabetes (a condition where the body loses too much phosphate through the kidneys). It aims to better understand how this condition affects muscles and may help guide future treatments.
BronAges 10 years+ - NCT07496463Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Setmelanotide for weight loss in pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a
This study tests an experimental medication called setmelanotide to see if it can help with weight loss in people who have pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a (PHP1a), a rare genetic condition that often leads to obesity. The goal is to find a new treatment option for weight problems related to PHP1a.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT06915233RecruitingPhase 3
MACI for ankle cartilage defects in adults
This trial tests a treatment called MACI for people with damaged cartilage in their ankle. It uses your own cells to grow new cartilage, which may help reduce pain and improve how you can use your ankle.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 17–65 - NCT07365514RecruitingPhase 1
Blackcurrants study for bone health in postmenopausal women
This trial tests if taking a blackcurrant supplement can help maintain bone density and reduce osteoporosis risk in postmenopausal women. You will take daily capsules and provide blood, stool, and bone scan samples over the study period.
Storrs, ConnecticutAges 45–70 - NCT07245706Recruiting
Shoulder Health After Rehab and Performance Training
This study looks at how shoulder health changes after a rehabilitation and performance training program for people with paraplegia who use manual wheelchairs. It may help you strengthen your shoulders and prevent injuries as you start your life after rehab.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18–70 - NCT07587775Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Osteoporosis Medication Effects on Spine Bone Quality
This study tests how a bone-strengthening medication called Abaloparatide affects the quality of bones in your lower spine. Researchers will use imaging scans to see if the medication helps improve bone strength in people with osteoporosis who also have spine wear-and-tear.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 50 years+ - NCT06371417RecruitingPhase 1
Testing RAY121 for several immune diseases (RAINBOW trial)
This trial tests a new medicine called RAY121 (an antibody) for people with certain autoimmune diseases. It aims to see if RAY121 is safe and how the body handles it. If you have one of these conditions and meet the basic health requirements, you might be able to join.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT07721220Recruiting
Nerve gliding moves for strength and endurance in athletes
This study tests whether a gentle nerve-stretching technique (neurodynamics) can improve leg strength and endurance in athletes. If you're 18–30, currently active in sports or intense training, and have no recent leg injury or surgery, you may be able to join.
High Point, North CarolinaAges 18–30 - NCT07721142RecruitingPhase 4
Chinese medicine and Western medicine for hard-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis
This trial combines traditional Chinese herbal medicine with standard Western treatments for people with rheumatoid arthritis that hasn't responded well to at least two prior medications. It aims to see if the combination is more effective and safe.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT07721116Recruiting
AI Study of Knee Imaging and Treatment Results
This study uses artificial intelligence (AI) to better understand knee images from healthy people and those with knee arthritis. It aims to predict how well knee injections might work for you.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07718932Recruiting
Healing gel for wisdom tooth extraction recovery
This trial tests a regenerative gel placed in the socket after wisdom tooth removal to improve healing. It may reduce pain, swelling, and speed up recovery.
ThessalonikiAges 18–35 - NCT07718815Recruiting
HLA B leader study in psoriatic arthritis
This study looks at a specific genetic marker (HLA B leader) in people with psoriatic arthritis compared to healthy individuals. It may help researchers understand how this gene affects the disease.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT07712939RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CND319 for rheumatic diseases
This study tests a new drug called CND319 in healthy volunteers and people with rheumatoid arthritis or Sjögren's disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body responds to it.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT07551804RecruitingPhase 2
Growth hormone replacement therapy safety and effectiveness study
This study tests a new injectable growth hormone treatment for adults whose bodies don't produce enough growth hormone naturally. Researchers will measure how safe it is, how your body processes it, and whether it helps you feel better and function more normally.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07640126Recruiting
Acupuncture for cold-sensitive neck pain
This trial tests whether a specific type of acupuncture (three-needle Dazhui plus electroacupuncture) can reduce pain and improve function in people with neck pain caused by cervical spondylosis, especially when the pain is worse in cold weather. It combines a modern diagnosis with traditional Chinese medicine ideas to see if this approach helps more than standard care.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges 3 weeks+ - NCT07057817Recruiting
Using Cerament for heel infections to save the leg
This trial tests a special bone filler called Cerament to treat heel bone infections in people with diabetes, aiming to avoid leg amputation. It may help heal the bone after partial heel removal surgery.
GalwayAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many bones, joints & muscles clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,837 recruiting rheumatology & orthopedics studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,953 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.