Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,219 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,751
- Phase 2122
- Phase 4117
- Phase 186
- Phase 384
- Phase 1/Phase 237
- Phase 2/Phase 322
Top conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries153
- Traumatic Brain Injury150
- Spinal Cord Injury100
- Trauma60
- Stroke56
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries44
- Amputation43
- Hip Fractures41
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury41
- Rotator Cuff Tears40
- Radiotherapy Side Effect36
- Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)35
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome34
- Burns31
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture30
- Breast Cancer29
- Cardiotoxicity29
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)25
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development37
- Cairo University36
- Riphah International University32
- Kessler Foundation21
- University of Miami21
- Johns Hopkins University20
- Sohag University19
- Mayo Clinic18
- Peking University Third Hospital18
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center18
Where studies are running
- California168
- Texas101
- New York85
- Florida80
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts57
- Pennsylvania53
- Ohio51
- Minnesota46
- Maryland42
Recruiting studies3,219 total
- NCT06956404Recruiting
Light therapy for older adults with traumatic brain injury
This study tests whether a painless light therapy applied to the head can help older adults (55-85) who had a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury 1-2 years ago. It aims to see if the treatment improves thinking and memory.
New York, New YorkAges 55–85 - NCT06956417Recruiting
Memory rehab after concussion
This trial tests a memory rehabilitation program for people who have had a concussion and still have memory problems. It uses a computer, tablet, or smartphone to help improve memory.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–59 - NCT06956781Recruiting
Finding the best treatment for childhood PTSD
This study tests different ways to help children ages 8-17 who have PTSD after a traumatic event. It looks at how to best support both the child and their caregiver through therapy and surveys.
Rochester, New YorkAges 8–17 - NCT06956729Recruiting
Guided hip growth for children with cerebral palsy
This trial tests a surgery to help guide the growth of the hip bone in children with cerebral palsy whose hips are at risk of slipping out of place. The goal is to prevent hip dislocation and avoid more complex surgery later.
A Coruña, A CoruñaAges 3–8 - NCT06957769Recruiting
How rising temperatures affect mothers and babies
This study looks at how higher temperatures during pregnancy might affect your health and your baby's health. By joining, you'll help researchers understand how climate change may impact pregnancy outcomes.
Matiari, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT06957964Recruiting
Does a special wound dressing help prevent infection after belly surgery?
This trial tests a special wound dressing (negative pressure therapy) used right after belly surgery to see if it helps prevent wound problems. It may be an option for people who are having a first-time laparotomy and are in good general health.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–70 - NCT06958406Recruiting
Brain-heart connection after head injury
This study uses brain scans (MRI) to understand how a traumatic brain injury can affect the heart. It may help find better ways to treat the brain-heart connection after a head injury.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT06961929Recruiting
Heat and Heart Failure Study
This study looks at how heat affects the body in people with stable heart failure compared to healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand how to better manage heart failure in daily life.
Dallas, TexasAges 45 years+ - NCT06963983Recruiting
Virtual Reality Rehab for Shoulder Recovery
This study tests whether virtual reality rehabilitation helps people recover after shoulder surgery. It focuses on three shoulder conditions: instability, rotator cuff repair, and frozen shoulder.
Meyrin, Canton of GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT06965101Recruiting
Single-session MRI-guided radiation for spinal cord compression
This trial tests whether one quick radiotherapy session on a special MRI machine (MRL) is as good as standard treatment for people with spinal cord compression caused by cancer that has spread. It aims to make treatment faster and easier for you.
ManchesterAges 18 years+ - NCT06965127Recruiting
Walking implant for incomplete spinal cord injury
This trial tests an implant to help people with incomplete spinal cord injury walk better. It is for those who can walk slowly or with difficulty and have some muscle function in their trunk or legs.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–75 - NCT06965985Recruiting
Comparing two hand therapies for tennis elbow
This study compares two gentle hand-on treatments (mobilization and myofascial release) for tennis elbow. It aims to see which one works better for reducing pain and improving function.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18–65 - NCT06966336Recruiting
Sleep and burn recovery study for adults
This study looks at how humidity affects sleep and work-rest cycles in people recovering from burns. It compares three groups: people without burns, those with moderate burns (20-40% of body), and those with large burns (over 40%). The goal is to understand how to improve recovery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06966713Recruiting
Predicting recovery after severe brain injury
This study looks at patients with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) who already need brain pressure or oxygen monitoring. Doctors want to see if certain tests can help predict how well someone might recover.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06968559RecruitingPhase 3
Early steroid treatment for severe burns
This study tests whether giving a steroid called dexamethasone early after a severe burn can reduce serious complications and the risk of death. It is for adults on a breathing machine with large burns.
Chambray-lès-ToursAges 18–80 - NCT06969404Recruiting
Lactate test in serious injury patients
This study looks at a simple blood test (lactate level) taken at the scene of a serious injury to help predict how well patients will recover. It is for adults hurt in a road accident or a fall from height who need emergency medical transport.
AntibesAges 18 years+ - NCT06971497Recruiting
ActivBraid implant for rotator cuff repair study
This study tests a special implant (ActivBraid) to help repair a torn rotator cuff. If you have a moderate-sized tear and haven't had prior shoulder surgery, you may be able to join.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–75 - NCT06973655Recruiting
Social work support after fracture surgery
This trial tests whether meeting with a social worker during your regular fracture clinic visits helps your recovery. If you had surgery for a broken arm or leg in the last 12 weeks, you may be able to join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06976229RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for recent spinal cord injury
This phase 1 trial tests a new treatment made from stem cells (XS228) for people who had a spinal cord injury 14 to 60 days ago. Doctors want to see if it's safe and if it might help with recovery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT06976801Recruiting
Comparing two types of tibia fracture surgery
This study compares a standard surgery for a broken shinbone (tibia) with a newer version that allows tiny movements to help the bone heal. If you have an unstable tibia fracture that needs surgery, you may be able to join.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06977321Recruiting
Taping vs mud therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests whether taping therapy (kinesiotaping) or a mud pack treatment (peloidotherapy) can help reduce pain and improve function for people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. It may be an option if you want non-surgical, drug-free relief.
KonyaAges 1.5 years–5.4 years - NCT06978205Recruiting
Balloon dilation for urine retention after spinal cord injury
This trial tests if a balloon dilation procedure in the urethra can help people with spinal cord injury empty their bladder naturally. It looks at whether the treatment reduces the need for catheters.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT06978426Recruiting
Grip strength test for wrist pain in e-sports athletes
This trial is for professional e-sports athletes ages 18–30 who game at least 35 hours a week. It uses a handheld device to measure grip strength in both hands to predict who might get wrist pain from gaming.
Al Ḩayy Ath Thāmin, Giza GovernorateAges 18–30 - NCT06979258Recruiting
Heat relief study for low-income homes in Bangladesh
This study tests ways to cool homes with corrugated iron roofs and walls in urban Bangladesh. It aims to help residents who don't have air conditioning or certain health conditions.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges Any age
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,219 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 5,154 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Injuries & trauma” cover here?
- Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We group each study into injuries & trauma 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 injuries & trauma trial near me?
- Use the search to filter injuries & trauma 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.