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
- NCT03773003Recruiting
Study of fatigue caused by cancer or chronic fatigue
This study looks at why fatigue happens in people with cancer and, in some cases, in people with chronic fatigue conditions. It may help researchers better understand the causes of fatigue so future treatments can be improved.
Homburg, SaarlandAges 18–80 - NCT03775954Recruiting
Fetal heart testing in high-risk pregnancies after baby loss
This study checks unborn babies’ heart signals using special scans during pregnancy and then checks the baby’s heart shortly after birth. It may help researchers understand why certain high-risk pregnancies can lead to fetal demise and improve care.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT03797690Recruiting
Needle procedure for Dupuytren’s hand contracture
This trial looks at whether a minimally invasive needle procedure can improve hand stiffness caused by Dupuytren’s disease. It may help reduce finger bending that affects how you use your hand.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT03810768Recruiting
Metabolomics study of ICU-acquired weakness after surgery
This study looks at blood and body chemistry (called metabolomics) to understand and possibly predict muscle weakness that can happen in the ICU after surgery. It may help researchers find better ways to prevent or monitor this problem.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT03813862Recruiting
Study tracking medicines from clinic records
This is an observational study that collects information about what medicines patients receive. It uses data already recorded in participating clinics’ computer health records to better understand medication use over time.
Durham, North CarolinaAges birth+ - NCT03816345RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab for advanced cancer with autoimmune conditions
This Phase 1 study tests nivolumab, an immunotherapy “anti-cancer accelerator,” in people with advanced cancer who also have an autoimmune disorder. It aims to see if nivolumab can be given safely and whether it may help shrink or control cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT03839862Recruiting
Stool tests in people starting anti-TNF treatment
This study looks at stool (poop) samples to better understand therapy in people with spondyloarthritis (inflammatory joint conditions). You may be asked to provide stool samples right as you start anti-TNF treatment, which could help researchers tailor or improve care.
LundAges 18 years+ - NCT03862417Recruiting
Exercise program for adults with degenerative scoliosis pain
This pilot study tests an exercise program to help reduce pain and improve function in adults over 50 with degenerative scoliosis. It may be helpful if your spine curve is in a moderate range and you’re not recently had certain injections or surgery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 50 years+ - NCT03869996Recruiting
Fast-track recovery for knee replacement patients
This trial studies a faster recovery “fast-track” plan for people getting their first total knee replacement for arthritis. It may help by getting you back to movement and normal life sooner, while comparing outcomes against usual care.
BolognaAges 18–78 - NCT03882827Recruiting
Natural history study of Duchenne muscular dystrophy in young boys
This study follows boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy over time to better understand how the condition changes and how standard treatments affect health and function. It does not appear to test a new medicine, but it may help doctors plan better future care and studies.
BrusselsAges 4–9 - NCT03883022Recruiting
Vancomycin powder plus bone graft to prevent spine surgery infection
This trial tests whether placing vancomycin powder and your own bone graft during spine fusion surgery can lower the chance of infection after surgery. It’s meant for people having instrumented spine fusion after other treatments haven’t helped.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT03909139Recruiting
Stem-cell injection during hip arthroscopy for labral tears
This trial looks at whether using BMAC (a substance made from a person’s own bone marrow) during hip arthroscopy helps people with labral tears caused by hip impingement. It aims to improve hip pain and function by combining the injection with the standard surgical repair.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03910010Recruiting
Brain scan study to study pain-related body signals in fibromyalgia
This study uses MRI brain scans to look for body “signals” (biomarkers) that may relate to chronic pain, including fibromyalgia. It may help researchers better understand what’s going on in the brain for people with long-term pain.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–75 - NCT03913962Recruiting
Exercise study for children with chronic or autoimmune conditions
This study looks at how physical activity affects muscle, metabolism (how your body uses energy), and body composition in children with certain chronic or autoimmune conditions. It may help doctors understand what types of exercise and monitoring are most beneficial and safe.
Clermont-FerrandAges 6–18 - NCT03915106Recruiting
Quality of life in teens with scoliosis needing brace or surgery
This study looks at how much day-to-day quality of life changes for people with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who either need a brace or need surgery. It uses a short questionnaire to understand how treatment affects comfort, activity, and overall well-being.
ShatinAges Any age - NCT03940911Recruiting
Testing fatigue and muscle effects after starting targeted therapy
This study looks at how starting “targeted” treatment affects fatigue and skeletal muscle function in people with severe axial spondyloarthritis. It may help doctors understand what to expect early after treatment starts and how well it impacts day-to-day energy and muscle performance.
Strasbourg, Bas-RhinAges 18 years+ - NCT03938701RecruitingPhase 2
Imaging gut and joint inflammation with adalimumab and a light tracer
This study uses a special “light tracer” medicine with adalimumab to see where inflammation is in the gut (IBD) or joints (RA). If you have active disease, it may help doctors better target treatment by showing inflammation more clearly during scans.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT03949400Recruiting
Exercise therapy and a soft knee brace for knee arthritis
This study tests whether an exercise program plus education, along with a soft brace, helps improve symptoms and function in adults with knee osteoarthritis. It may help people who have knee pain by combining movement training with daily support.
Aalborg, NothernAges 18 years+ - NCT03968913RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Biologic shot to prevent knee arthritis after ACL injury
This early-phase trial tests a biologic medicine (anakinra) given after an ACL injury to try to prevent or reduce later osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis). It enrolls young adults who recently tore their ACL and are planning a specific type of ACL reconstruction.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–35 - NCT03976245RecruitingPhase 4
Tested new advanced treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis
This trial studies advanced medicines for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in people whose RA is still active despite several standard treatments. It may help by testing whether a different advanced option can better control symptoms and joint inflammation.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT03981575Recruiting
Biomarker and health marker study in myotonic dystrophy type 1
This study measures physical and lab “health markers” in people with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) to better understand how the disease changes over time. Some participants may also have a muscle biopsy to study tissue differences.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT03983473Recruiting
Testing stool samples to find gut bacteria markers in inflammatory arthritis
This study looks at stool (poop) samples to see whether gut bacteria patterns can help identify certain inflammatory arthritis conditions in people who have Crohn’s disease or axial spondyloarthritis. It’s mainly about matching stool “biomarkers” to diagnoses, which may help doctors recognize these conditions more accurately in the future.
Nancy, LorraineAges 18 years+ - NCT03984461RecruitingPhase 2
Platelet-rich treatment with joint fluid or bone cells for arthritis
This trial tests a joint treatment made from your own platelets (platelet-rich plasma, or PRP) combined with other biologic material (from fat tissue and/or bone marrow) to help osteoarthritis symptoms. It may be an option if you have early-to-moderate osteoarthritis in a major joint and meet safety requirements.
Kelowna, British ColumbiaAges 19–79 - NCT03984955Recruiting
Comparing injection treatments for tennis elbow pain
This trial compares different injection treatments to reduce pain from tennis elbow (lateral epicondyle tendinosis) when symptoms have lasted more than 3 months. You might benefit if your clinician feels an injection is appropriate and you meet the study’s safety rules.
Wigan, LancashireAges 18–75
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.