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 applicable3,773
- Phase 2214
- Phase 4199
- Phase 1182
- Phase 3138
- Phase 1/Phase 270
- Phase 2/Phase 334
Top conditions
- Knee Osteoarthritis173
- Rheumatoid Arthritis131
- Fibromyalgia104
- Osteoporosis82
- Osteoarthritis71
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)68
- Osteoarthritis, Knee65
- Shoulder Pain48
- Hip Osteoarthritis43
- Degenerative Disc Disease39
- Psoriatic Arthritis39
- 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 University65
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris36
- Foundation University Islamabad31
- Mayo Clinic28
- Massachusetts General Hospital25
- National Taiwan University Hospital24
- Hacettepe University23
- Tanta University22
Where studies are running
- California206
- New York86
- Florida83
- Maryland76
- Arizona71
- Massachusetts71
- Texas66
- Alabama60
- Illinois50
- Pennsylvania47
Recruiting studies4,610 total
- NCT05002439Recruiting
Exercise program to reduce frailty in older adults
This trial tests whether a Spanish health-clinic–guided exercise program can improve frailty in people who are starting to become frail (“pre-frail”). It may help you build strength and walking ability through supervised physical activity.
AlbaceteAges 70–100 - NCT06224634Recruiting
Testing a new drug for airway problems
This trial tests how a drug called anti-IL-17 affects your airways. If you are already planning to take this drug, researchers want to see if it helps with breathing and airway resistance.
Hvidovre, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06746922Recruiting
Brain stimulation for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests a type of non-invasive brain stimulation called Intermittent Theta Burst Stimulation (iTBS) to see if it can help reduce pain and improve daily function in people with fibromyalgia. It may offer a new option for managing your pain without medication changes.
Izmir, KarabaglarAges 18–65 - NCT04407338Recruiting
B-DYN device versus standard fusion for lumbar stenosis
This trial compares a specific spinal fusion approach (B-DYN) with the standard fusion surgery for people with lumbar spinal stenosis. It aims to improve function after surgery and check whether the newer approach is well tolerated.
BordeauxAges 40 years+ - NCT05546593Recruiting
Ultrasound check for joint and tendon problems in gout
This study uses ultrasound to look for hidden changes in joints and tendons in people who have gout. It may help doctors better understand what ultrasound can show in gout, but it doesn’t sound like it’s testing a new medicine.
Boulogne-Billancourt, APHPAges 18 years+ - NCT04853212Recruiting
Study gut microbiome differences in people with spondyloarthritis
This study looks at whether changes in the gut bacteria (called microbiome dysbiosis) are linked to spondyloarthritis. It compares people with the condition to people without it who are already planning a digestive scope for another reason.
Boulogne-BillancourtAges 18 years+ - NCT06129682Recruiting
Self-rehab at home after lumbar fusion (SAHARA)
This trial tests a self-guided rehab program you can do at home after lower back fusion surgery. It may help you recover strength and movement without needing frequent clinic visits.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06335095Recruiting
Spine disease and walking analysis study for adults 50–85
This study looks at how spine conditions affect the way people walk. Researchers will analyze your walking patterns to better understand spine disease and help guide future treatments.
LisbonAges 50–85 - NCT07281456RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new oral drug for Sjögren's disease safety
This study tests the safety of a daily pill called Tofacitinib for adults with mild-to-moderate Sjögren's disease. It aims to see if this drug helps manage symptoms when other treatments haven't worked well.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT06649500Recruiting
Comparing two balance therapy methods for older adults
This trial tests whether a high-tech treadmill (Walker View) or group therapy works better for improving balance and preventing falls in older adults. It also uses artificial intelligence to predict fall risk early.
Rome, RomeAges 65 years+ - NCT07287202RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of SVG103 for people with certain brain conditions and seizures
This trial tests a drug called SVG103 (Paxalisib) in adults with brain conditions that cause hard-to-control seizures: Focal Cortical Dysplasia Type II, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, or Hemimegalencephaly. The goal is to see if SVG103 is safe and helps reduce seizures.
Heidelberg, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT07286513Enrolling by invitation
Study of a new knee replacement implant
This study follows patients who receive a specific type of knee replacement implant called the Persona® SoluTion® PPS, to see how well it works over time. If your surgeon recommends this implant and you meet standard health requirements, you may be able to join.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07284797RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study for autoimmune disease and healthy volunteers
This trial is testing an experimental drug for safety in people with certain autoimmune diseases—like myositis, scleroderma, or Sjögren's disease—as well as in healthy volunteers. It aims to find out if the drug is safe enough to study further.
MelbourneAges 18–75 - NCT07286058RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of zasocitinib for psoriatic arthritis
This study is for people with psoriatic arthritis who have already completed a year-long treatment with zasocitinib or a similar medicine in a previous study. It tests whether continuing to take zasocitinib remains safe and helpful over a longer time.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07280156RecruitingPhase 2
Study of PRX-115 for gout with or without methotrexate
This trial tests a new medicine, PRX-115, given through a vein, to see if it lowers uric acid levels in people with gout who haven't had success with standard treatments. Some participants will also take methotrexate, and the results are compared to a placebo (a dummy infusion).
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07286630Enrolling by invitation
Disability and fear avoidance in physical therapists
This study looks at how common disability and fear-related beliefs are among Egyptian physical therapists who have long-term low back pain. If you qualify, you will answer questionnaires about your pain, your thoughts about movement, and how it affects your daily life.
CairoAges 25–55 - NCT07280702RecruitingPhase 4
Combination treatment for hard-to-control psoriatic disease
This trial tests adding a new oral medication (deucravacitinib) to your current anti-TNF therapy to see if it helps better control psoriatic arthritis or psoriasis that hasn't improved enough. It may be an option if you still have active symptoms despite being on a stable anti-TNF treatment for at least 6 months.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07282561Recruiting
Nutrition and virtual rehab for older adults with shoulder issues
This study tests whether a virtual reality shoulder exercise program combined with nutritional support helps older adults recover better after surgery. It focuses on people who are frail and have shoulder problems needing surgery.
RomeAges 60 years+ - NCT07282522Recruiting
Sensory and function in cervical disc herniation
This study looks at how cervical disc herniation affects sensation and daily function. If you have had neck pain for at least 3 months and have been diagnosed with cervical disc herniation, researchers want to compare your results to people without neck pain.
Iğdır, IğdirAges 18–65 - NCT07282782RecruitingPhase 4
Vancomycin for knee replacement surgery
This trial is testing the antibiotic vancomycin to prevent infections after total knee replacement. It may help if you are having your first knee replacement and are not severely overweight or diabetic.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07279883Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after cleft palate surgery in children
This study looks back at the medical records of children who had cleft palate surgery in 2017 or 2018. It compares how long they stayed in the hospital and their pain needs after surgery, between those who got standard pain medicine alone and those who also got a nerve block to help with pain.
StockholmAges 3 months–15 years - NCT07279688RecruitingPhase 3
Baricitinib plus steroids for polymyalgia rheumatica
This trial tests if adding baricitinib (a pill that calms inflammation) to standard steroids works better than steroids alone for people with polymyalgia rheumatica. It aims to improve symptoms and reduce steroid side effects.
Aix-en-ProvenceAges 50 years+ - NCT07284641RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cell transplant for immune disorders
This trial tests a stem cell transplant to treat common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) and other immune problems. It aims to replace a faulty immune system with a healthy one from a donor.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 5–40 - NCT07282392Recruiting
Emotional awareness therapy for lupus and fibromyalgia pain
This study tests if a therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can help people with lupus and fibromyalgia or chronic widespread pain feel better by addressing emotional factors that may worsen their pain. You would attend sessions to learn how to understand and express your emotions in healthy ways.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–65
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 7,529 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.