Otolaryngology
Ear, nose & throat clinical trials
Hearing, balance, and conditions of the ears, nose, sinuses, and throat. We’re tracking 1,269 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable890
- Phase 2154
- Phase 3103
- Phase 147
- Phase 431
- Phase 1/Phase 230
- Phase 2/Phase 314
Top conditions
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma73
- Dysphagia66
- Hearing Loss61
- Tinnitus29
- Hearing Loss, Sensorineural24
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC)24
- Head and Neck Cancer23
- Allergic Rhinitis22
- Oropharynx Cancer21
- Nasopharyngeal Cancinoma (NPC)18
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss18
- Stroke17
- Oropharyngeal Cancer14
- Vestibular Schwannoma14
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps13
- Deafness13
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma13
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer13
Leading sponsors
- Sun Yat-sen University57
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris14
- Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University14
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)14
- Cairo University13
- NYU Langone Health13
- Mayo Clinic12
- Johns Hopkins University11
- Ming-Yuan Chen11
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary10
Where studies are running
- California61
- Maryland38
- Florida32
- New York32
- Massachusetts24
- Illinois20
- Texas20
- Alabama15
- Arizona15
- Colorado15
Recruiting studies1,269 total
- NCT07039435Recruiting
Perceptual adaptation after cochlear implant
This study looks at how people adapt to hearing with a cochlear implant. It's for adults who are getting one implant in one ear while the other ear has normal or near-normal hearing.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07041671Recruiting
Can a mouth spray reduce virus in breath?
This trial tests whether ColdZyme mouth spray can lower the amount of virus you breathe out when you have a cold or flu-like illness. It may help you recover faster and reduce spreading the virus to others.
LundAges 18 years+ - NCT07035873Recruiting
Remote check-ups for teens with cochlear implants
This trial tests if teens with Advanced Bionics cochlear implants can do programming and hearing tests from home instead of going to the clinic. It could make follow-up care easier and more convenient.
Columbus, OhioAges 13–20 - NCT07035236Recruiting
Titanium mesh for dental implant bone support
This trial tests a new method to help people who have lost bone in the upper jaw get dental implants. If your jawbone is too thin, they will use a small titanium mesh to support the sinus lining and make room for an implant.
IsmailiaAges 18–60 - NCT07035626RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Spermidine to prevent dry mouth from radiation therapy
This trial tests whether spermidine (a natural compound) can help prevent dry mouth caused by radiation treatment for head and neck cancer. It is for patients who will receive a significant dose of radiation to their saliva glands.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT01793168Recruiting
Rare disease registry and history study
This study keeps a registry (a structured list) of people with rare diseases and may also track how the condition changes over time. It can help researchers better understand rare illnesses and find gaps in care, which may improve future treatments.
Sioux Falls, South DakotaAges Any age - NCT07029997Recruiting
Follow-up study of the Solo+ ear tube device
This study checks how well the Solo+ ear tube device works over time. If you or your child had the device placed to help with ear infections or fluid buildup, joining helps doctors learn how it performs.
Trieste, Trieste (TS)Ages 6 months+ - NCT07028658Recruiting
Lip-reading therapy for people with hearing aids
This trial tests whether speech therapy that focuses on lip-reading can help people with hearing aids better understand speech in noisy places. You'll attend two therapy sessions each week and see if your listening improves.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07025304Recruiting
Study of REFLEX ULTRA 45 for nasal turbinate reduction in China
This trial tests a new device called REFLEX ULTRA 45 that uses radiofrequency energy to shrink the nasal turbinates (the fleshy shelves inside your nose) to help you breathe easier. It is for people with long-term nasal stuffiness who have not gotten relief from nasal sprays.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT07033221Recruiting
Balance and inner ear function in obesity
This study looks at how obesity affects your sense of balance (vestibular function). It compares people with obesity who are candidates for weight-loss surgery to people without obesity, to see if weight affects balance.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 18–60 - NCT07033091Recruiting
HPV screening study for healthy adults 40 and older
This study checks healthy adults aged 40+ for HPV in the mouth using a simple gargle rinse. It aims to see if this can help find early signs of oropharyngeal cancer.
BrnoAges 40 years+ - NCT07024524Recruiting
Hearing evaluation and rehab system for congenital hearing loss
This study is developing a system to evaluate and improve hearing for people with congenital hearing loss. It compares participants who have hearing loss (and have used hearing aids, cochlear implants, or gene therapy) with healthy controls, to better understand and treat hearing challenges.
ShanghaiAges 1–35 - NCT07032675Recruiting
Low-temperature radiofrequency to reshape nose cartilage
This study tests a new low-temperature radiofrequency treatment that remodels nasal cartilage during nose surgery, which may help improve breathing and shape without extra cuts. It aims to make the surgery more effective for people having functional or cosmetic nose jobs.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07033039Recruiting
Light therapy after nose surgery (rhinoplasty)
This study tests whether using red and infrared light therapy (called photobiomodulation) right after nose surgery can help you heal faster and reduce swelling, bruising, and pain. It is for people who are having a rhinoplasty and are otherwise healthy.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–60 - NCT07031349Recruiting
Sleep and airway changes from palate expander treatment
This study tests whether a special palate expander (MARPE) improves sleep and airway function in teenagers with a narrow upper jaw. It may help breathing during sleep.
Konya, MeramAges 15–18 - NCT07029594Recruiting
Thermal spa for Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)
This trial tests whether a stay at a thermal spa can improve symptoms of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), a genetic lung condition. It's for adults with stable PCD who haven't had a recent infection or spa treatment.
NiceAges 18 years+ - NCT06997796RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Treating Nosebleeds in the ER with Powder Tranexamic Acid
This trial tests whether a powder form of tranexamic acid can stop nosebleeds faster in people who come to the emergency room with active bleeding. It may offer a new option if standard treatments don't work well.
Peterborough, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07017998Recruiting
External device therapy for constant tinnitus
This study tests a new external device designed to help manage constant tinnitus. It is for adults aged 18–55 who have had bothersome ringing in their ears for at least a month and are not currently receiving other tinnitus treatments.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 18–55 - NCT06988215Recruiting
Taping and swallowing exercises for stroke patients with swallowing difficulty
This trial tests whether kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the skin) combined with swallowing exercises can help people who have had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. It may improve muscle thickness and swallowing function.
Istanbul, bahçelievlerAges 50–80 - NCT07021586Recruiting
Tongue pressure in adults with chronic neck pain
This study looks at how tongue pressure might be related to chronic neck pain in people aged 50 to 65. If you have ongoing neck pain, it could help researchers understand how your muscles work.
TaipeiAges 50–65 - NCT07017413Recruiting
Predicting complications in maxillary sinus lift for dental implants
This study looks at what factors might lead to problems during a sinus lift procedure for dental implants in the upper jaw. It aims to help dentists better plan for patients who have less than 6mm of bone height.
Baghdad, Bab AlmodaumAges 18–70 - NCT07019870Recruiting
Screening for early diagnosis of nose cancer
This trial offers free screening to find nose cancer (nasopharyngeal carcinoma or NPC) early, before symptoms start. It is for people with a family history of NPC who may be at higher risk.
SingaporeAges 35–60 - NCT06999044Recruiting
Improving chronic rhinitis diagnosis with a nasal allergy test
This study uses a nasal allergen provocation test to help diagnose chronic rhinitis more accurately. If you have allergic rhinitis or are a healthy volunteer, you may help researchers learn how well this test works.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT07011927Recruiting
Testing a new electrode placement during cochlear implant surgery
This study is testing a safe way to place an extra electrode near a nerve in your ear during cochlear implant surgery. The goal is to see if this can improve hearing outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many ear, nose & throat clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 1,269 recruiting otolaryngology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 2,074 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Ear, nose & throat” cover here?
- Hearing, balance, and conditions of the ears, nose, sinuses, and throat. We group each study into ear, nose & throat 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 ear, nose & throat trial near me?
- Use the search to filter ear, nose & throat 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.
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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.