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 2121
- Phase 4117
- Phase 187
- 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
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury41
- Hip Fractures40
- 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
- California167
- Texas101
- New York85
- Florida80
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts57
- Pennsylvania52
- Ohio51
- Minnesota46
- Maryland42
Recruiting studies3,219 total
- NCT03441659Recruiting
ACL reconstruction recovery study using clinical outcome tracking
This study looks at outcomes after surgery to repair the ACL (a knee ligament that helps stabilize the joint). If you’re having ACL reconstruction, the trial may help doctors understand what factors lead to better recovery.
Bologna, ItaliaAges 18–60 - NCT03456778Recruiting
Ultrasound test of tendon stiffness in leg pain
This study uses an ultrasound method to measure tendon stiffness (how “firm” the tendon feels) in people with leg tendon pain or with leg pain but no tendon involvement. It may help researchers better understand tendon problems and how to detect them early using ultrasound.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT03461237Recruiting
Study of care after osteoporotic hip fractures
This study looks at people with osteoporotic hip fractures (breaks in the femur near the hip) and evaluates their care and outcomes. It may help improve how hip fractures are treated in people whose bones are weaker due to osteoporosis.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–95 - NCT03480971RecruitingPhase 2
Tempol to reduce mouth and other side effects from radiation and cisplatin
This Phase 2 trial tests tempol to lessen harmful side effects caused by head-and-neck radiation and the chemotherapy drug cisplatin. If you qualify, you may receive tempol during treatment to help protect normal tissues and reduce toxicity.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03481010Recruiting
Periacetabular hip surgery with MRI-guided planning
This study compares periacetabular osteotomy alone versus adding arthroscopy (a camera procedure inside the hip) to address cartilage/labrum problems in the hip’s center compartment. It aims to see which approach better improves symptoms and recovery for people with hip instability due to acetabular dysplasia.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–50 - NCT03490929RecruitingPhase 4
Ultrasound contrast test for abdominal injuries in children
This trial checks whether a special ultrasound (with contrast) can help doctors evaluate blunt abdominal injuries in children. It may reduce the need for rushed decisions by improving how internal injuries are seen quickly and safely.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges birth–17 years - NCT03509558Recruiting
Tapping a device on the back plus leg exercise for walking
This study tests whether a device placed on the back can help improve leg movement and walking ability after a spinal cord injury. It combines the device with supervised physical therapy over many weeks to see if it helps with daily mobility.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–70 - NCT03517761Recruiting
Bone marrow injection trial for upper neck ligament injuries
This trial studies whether an injection using bone marrow concentrate can help people with specific upper-neck ligament and joint injuries after a trauma. It aims to improve symptoms and disability so you may be able to avoid or delay surgery.
Broomfield, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT03526029Recruiting
Learning from severe head injuries in a trauma registry
This trial is a registry study that collects information from people with severe head and brain injuries. It may help doctors understand outcomes and improve care, but it usually does not change your treatment.
AarauAges 16 years+ - NCT03559114RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing blood clots after severe brain injury
This trial tests whether taking an anti–blood clot medicine (dalteparin) and using leg compression can reduce dangerous blood clots after a severe traumatic brain injury. It may help lower the chance of clots forming when people are immobile and at higher risk.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT03561376RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Zinc ointment versus petroleum jelly after skin surgery
This early-phase trial compares zinc oxide ointment versus petroleum jelly to help healing and scar appearance after certain skin surgeries. You might be able to join if you are having a suitable, uninfected, non-scalp skin incision and can use the study ointment.
Pittsburgh, PA, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03578003Recruiting
Bright morning light to improve sleep in veterans
This study tests whether using bright morning light can improve sleep quality in veterans. You may be able to join if you’re not already using a light box and you don’t have certain eye or mood conditions.
Portand, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT03582293RecruitingPhase 3
Tranexamic acid to prevent worsening chronic brain bleed
This Phase 3 study tests whether tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) can stop a chronic subdural hematoma from getting worse. It’s for people diagnosed by CT who are being treated without surgery at first.
AmsterdamAges 50 years+ - NCT03610763Recruiting
Training brain recovery after arm nerve repair
This study tests a way to help your brain and nerves work better after an arm/hand nerve repair that is already in the long-term (chronic) recovery stage. It may help improve hand and arm function by targeting “neuroplasticity,” meaning the brain’s ability to adapt after injury.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT03621254Recruiting
Finding the best FES training plan after spinal cord injury
This trial studies which kind of electrical muscle stimulation (FES) exercise training works best for people after a spinal cord injury. It may help improve leg muscle activation and training after SCI by comparing different training approaches.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18–75 - NCT03643718Recruiting
Emergency surgery and trauma patient registry online
This trial is a web-based registry that collects information about people who need emergency surgical or non-surgical treatment for sudden (acute) problems. Your information can help doctors better understand and improve emergency care and decision-making.
PisaAges Any age - NCT03643926Recruiting
Arthroscopic vs open surgery for ankle instability
This trial compares two surgical approaches to treat ongoing ankle “giving way” or instability. It aims to find which method works better for people whose ankle instability has lasted at least several months.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges 18–65 - NCT03676868Recruiting
Study of brain blood vessel malformations and outcomes
This study looks at how brain arteriovenous malformations (abnormal connections between arteries and veins in the brain) behave over time, and how different treatment choices affect outcomes. It may help researchers better predict prognosis and guide future care.
ParisAges birth+ - NCT03680872Recruiting
Brain-to-nerve study to improve hand movement after spinal injury
This trial tests a “neural bypass” approach to help restore hand movement and feeling in people with tetraplegia from a spinal cord injury. You would have repeated visits for brain/nerve testing and may receive study procedures to see if function improves.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 22–65 - NCT03694626Recruiting
Test a light-response study to measure and track light sensitivity
This study aims to objectively measure how your pupils respond to light and how your eye muscles react using recording tests. It may help confirm the cause of light sensitivity (especially after a brain injury) and better track how it responds to care.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–80 - NCT03696199RecruitingPhase 4
Test better pain control after ankle fracture surgery
This trial studies a pain-control approach (a kind of nerve block) to see if it can reduce pain after surgery for certain ankle fractures. It may help you feel more comfortable while your ankle heals after an operation.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT03695887RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Disposable nitrous oxide for pain during burn dressing changes
This early-stage study tests whether using disposable nitrous oxide canisters can better control pain when you need burn dressing changes. It may help by making dressing changes more comfortable, but eligibility depends on your burn size, health, and breathing ability.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT03698149Recruiting
Brain-signal training for hand and speech control after disability
This study tests whether recording brain signals can help people regain better control of movements in the arms and help with speech. It may be an option for people with significant disability from certain nerve and brain conditions who can safely take part in brain-monitoring procedures.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT03711110Recruiting
Heart-protection plan for older people with certain cancers
This trial looks at strategies to help prevent heart and blood-vessel problems in people over 65 who have certain cancers. It may help by monitoring and treating heart risks early to lower the chance of future cardiovascular events.
Santiago de Compostela, A CoruñaAges 65 years+
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 5,138 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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- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
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.