Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,221 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,752
- Phase 2123
- Phase 4117
- Phase 186
- Phase 384
- Phase 1/Phase 237
- Phase 2/Phase 322
Top conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries154
- Traumatic Brain Injury149
- 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 Development38
- 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
- California169
- Texas101
- New York84
- Florida81
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts57
- Pennsylvania53
- Ohio51
- Minnesota46
- Colorado41
Recruiting studies3,221 total
- NCT06710626Enrolling by invitation
Using brain implants to control assistive devices
This trial looks at how well people who already have a Neuralink N1 brain implant can use it to control assistive devices like computers or wheelchairs. It's only for people already in the PRIME Study who meet certain safety and performance checks.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06670651Enrolling by invitation
Study of a new total knee replacement system
This trial is testing a new knee replacement system called LinkSymphoKnee. It is for people needing a first-time total knee replacement to help reduce pain and improve function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–79 - NCT06669741Enrolling by invitation
Wearable device for recovery after rotator cuff repair
This study tests whether a special wearable device (Incrediwear) can help you recover faster after rotator cuff repair surgery. It compares recovery outcomes for people who use the device after their shoulder surgery.
Denton, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT06668376Enrolling by invitation
Incrediwear recovery products after ACL repair surgery
This study is testing Incrediwear recovery products (like sleeves or wraps) to see if they help reduce pain and swelling and improve healing after ACL repair. If you're having ACL surgery and meet the health requirements, you may be able to join.
Denton, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06654427Enrolling by invitation
Trauma-informed care toolkit for pregnancy and postpartum
This study is developing a toolkit to help doctors and nurses provide obstetric care that is sensitive to patients who have experienced trauma. Researchers want to interview patients and providers to learn how to make this toolkit helpful.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–99 - NCT06649461Enrolling by invitation
Ozone therapy and splint for carpal tunnel syndrome
This trial tests if adding ozone therapy to a wrist splint helps relieve mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms like numbness, tingling, and pain. It compares the combination to a splint alone.
KocaeliAges 18–65 - NCT06641401Enrolling by invitation
Endoscopic tendon transfer for acute Achilles rupture
This study looks at patients who had a specific type of surgery (endoscopic FHL transfer) for a recent Achilles tendon tear. It aims to check how well they recovered after at least two years.
Náousa, Central MacedoniaAges 18–18 - NCT06605833Enrolling by invitation
Heart health after immunotherapy for melanoma
This study looks at heart health in people who have finished immunotherapy for melanoma. It uses MRI scans to check for any heart problems that may have developed after treatment.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06576687Enrolling by invitation
Brain and nerve study for ankle instability
This study looks at how your brain and nerves control balance if you've had ankle sprains or feel your ankle giving way. Healthy people and those with ankle problems are invited to help researchers understand ankle instability better.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19–45 - NCT06575010Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Comparing pain relief methods for rotator cuff repair surgery
This trial tests two different pain relief methods for people having rotator cuff repair surgery. The goal is to see which one works better for managing pain after surgery.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06562634Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound-guided nerve block for knee surgery pain relief
This study tests a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) to see if it reduces pain after open knee surgery. It aims to find a better way to manage pain with fewer side effects.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT06561035Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Opioid-sparing study for ACL reconstruction
This study tests pain management options after ACL reconstruction to reduce the need for strong painkillers. It may help you recover with fewer side effects and lower risk of opioid dependence.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 14–85 - NCT06547762Enrolling by invitation
Hybrid rehab for kids with physical disabilities
This trial tests a hybrid approach to rehabilitation for children with physical disabilities, combining in-person and technology-based care. If your child gets outpatient therapy more than once a week and can follow instructions with your help using a computer, this might be a good fit.
JerusalemAges 3–21 - NCT06505135Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Stem cells for rotator cuff tear repair
This study tests whether injecting your own stem cells (taken from belly fat) during rotator cuff repair helps the tendon heal better and reduces pain. It's for people with a recent, repairable tear who are otherwise healthy.
Sønderborg, DanmarkAges 40–69 - NCT06501859Enrolling by invitation
Shoulder pacemaker rehab study
This study tests a device called a shoulder pacemaker to help with recovery after shoulder replacement surgery. It may help you regain strength and movement faster.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–80 - NCT06484803Enrolling by invitation
Resilience after trauma study
This study follows up with people who already took part in a trauma study, to see how resilience (the ability to recover) develops over time. It involves an MRI brain scan to look for changes in the brain related to coping with trauma.
Tel AvivAges 18–70 - NCT06435494Enrolling by invitation
Using patient reports to improve shoulder care across clinics
This study tests whether asking patients about their shoulder symptoms using a phone or computer app can help doctors and therapists work together to improve care. It is for adults with shoulder pain that started without a sudden injury.
Gentofte Municipality, HellerupAges 18–120 - NCT06433622Enrolling by invitation
Platelet transfusion for severe brain injury on blood thinners
This trial tests whether giving a platelet transfusion to patients with severe traumatic brain injury who are on antiplatelet medication can improve how well their blood clots. You may qualify if you have a serious brain bleed and are taking a medication like aspirin or clopidogrel.
Lancaster, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06429007Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Metformin for infants after brain injury from HIE
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help heal brain injury in infants who had HIE (lack of oxygen at birth) and were treated with cooling. It aims to see if the drug is safe and possible to give to babies between 3 and 6 months old.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3 months–6 months - NCT06384183Enrolling by invitation
Real-world fish skin graft registry study
This study tracks how well a fish skin graft (Kerecis) heals wounds in real patients. It helps doctors learn more about who benefits most from this treatment.
Sarasota, FloridaAges Any age - NCT06351111Enrolling by invitation
Vagus nerve stimulation for spinal cord injury follow-on study
This study tests whether vagus nerve stimulation can help people with spinal cord injury improve arm, leg, bladder, or sensory function. You must have completed an earlier phase of this research to join.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT06332131Enrolling by invitation
Heart blood vessel effects of immunotherapy in breast and lung cancer
This trial studies whether immunotherapy drugs (called immune checkpoint inhibitors) affect the small blood vessels of the heart. If you have breast cancer or lung cancer and are starting a specific treatment plan, you may be asked to have a special heart scan before and during therapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06330753Enrolling by invitation
Using a trauma-informed care plan for complex health needs
This trial tests whether a care plan that considers past trauma can help patients with complex health needs and frequent appointments feel better supported. It is designed for adults aged 18 to 60 who speak English or Spanish.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–60
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,221 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 5,168 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.