Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,015 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,560
- Phase 2122
- Phase 4114
- Phase 382
- Phase 181
- Phase 1/Phase 234
- Phase 2/Phase 322
Top conditions
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Spinal Cord Injury104
- Stroke64
- Trauma52
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury40
- Amputation38
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries37
- Hip Fractures37
- Radiotherapy Side Effect37
- Rotator Cuff Tears35
- Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)34
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome28
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture27
- Burns27
- Cardiotoxicity27
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)26
- Breast Cancer25
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development34
- Cairo University22
- Kessler Foundation19
- University of Miami19
- Zimmer Biomet19
- Johns Hopkins University18
- University of Florida18
- University of British Columbia17
- Mayo Clinic16
- Riphah International University16
Where studies are running
- California161
- Texas91
- Florida80
- New York78
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts55
- Pennsylvania50
- Minnesota45
- Ohio42
- Colorado41
Recruiting studies3,015 total
- NCT06781580Recruiting
Ergonomic program for competitive esports players
This study tests an ergonomic protocol designed to help competitive esports athletes avoid injuries and stay comfortable during long gaming sessions. It focuses on PC gamers who use a mouse and keyboard and are already on a team.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18 years+ - NCT06605482Recruiting
Early Fixation for Upper Arm Fractures in Older Adults
This trial tests if early surgery helps older patients heal from a broken upper arm bone (the humerus). It may lead to better recovery and less pain.
New Westminster, British ColumbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT07355582Recruiting
Injury study in young elite rugby players
This study tracks injuries in elite youth rugby players (U14 and up) registered with the RCT Association. If you or your child plays and gets injured, the study will record details to better understand injury patterns and improve safety.
Toulon, VarAges 13–18 - NCT07357493Recruiting
Studying a new surgery for hand bone fractures
This trial tests a new way to fix certain broken hand bones (metacarpals) using a metal plate. It compares this method to other treatments to see which works better for healing and recovery.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07356167Recruiting
Neurosensory training for mild brain injury symptoms
This study tests a special training program that uses sound and head movements to help people with long-lasting symptoms after a mild brain injury or sudden sensory event. The goal is to see if this 'neurosensory' training can reduce problems like dizziness, headache, and brain fog.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07353671RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Cockroach extract liquid for radiation skin damage
This trial tests a liquid made from cockroach extract (Meilian Fuxin) to prevent or treat skin damage from radiation therapy in people with head and neck cancer. It aims to see if this topical treatment can reduce radiation dermatitis compared to standard care.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT07356674Recruiting
Surgery for Meniscus Tear with Mild Bow Legs
This trial tests a new surgical approach for a specific type of meniscus tear (the cartilage that cushions the knee) in people who have a mild bow-legged (varus) knee. It combines a small bone cut near the knee with arthroscopic repair to fix the tear.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 35–75 - NCT07357090Recruiting
Carbon dioxide and brain waste clearance trial
This trial tests if breathing in carbon dioxide helps the brain clear waste. It may show how the brain heals after a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–82 - NCT04851509Recruiting
Testing a special screw-locking nail for hip fractures
This trial studies a specific way of fixing certain hip (upper thigh) fractures using a metal nail with locking screws. It may help improve how well fractures heal and how stable the repair is.
New Westminster, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05883241RecruitingPhase 1
Sound-based treatment for fracture pain
This early-stage study tests a device that uses sound to reduce pain from a bone fracture and improve daily quality of life. If you have mild-to-moderate fracture pain and can follow the device routine, you may be able to try this treatment while avoiding other pain medicines and fracture-area therapies.
Trumbull, ConnecticutAges 18–80 - NCT06851234Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment for head injuries in MMA fighters
This trial tests if osteopathic manipulative treatment (a gentle hands-on therapy) helps mixed martial artists recover from head injuries. Part 1 studies how head injuries happen during fights; Part 2 offers the treatment to fighters who get a head injury.
Greenvale, New YorkAges 18–50 - NCT06853951RecruitingPhase 3
Protecting hearts during chemotherapy in children
This trial tests whether a medication can prevent heart damage in children and teens receiving chemotherapy. It is for patients aged 2 to 18 who can take oral medication.
CairoAges 1–18 - NCT06241482Recruiting
Enhanced recovery after brain surgery in intensive care
This study tests a special recovery program for people with serious brain injuries or strokes who need intensive care. The program focuses on helping you heal faster after surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06664528Recruiting
Heart health study for adults getting certain chemo
This study tracks the heart health of adults receiving chemotherapy that may affect the heart. It helps doctors understand how to better monitor and protect patients.
Rome, LazioAges 18 years+ - NCT07345481Recruiting
Learning new connections in brain injury
This study tests whether people with an acquired brain injury can learn new connections between symbols and words using a computer-based learning method. The goal is to see if this approach can help with cognitive rehabilitation.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18–75 - NCT06852378Recruiting
Pain blocks for hip fracture surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief during hip fracture surgery. It may help reduce pain and improve recovery after your procedure.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07347873Recruiting
Testing accuracy of exams for tennis elbow
This study compares several simple physical exams and an ultrasound test to see how well they can diagnose a common elbow problem called lateral elbow tendinopathy (tennis elbow). If you have pain on the outside of your elbow, this research might help confirm what is causing it.
Istanbul, MaltepeAges 18–60 - NCT07350785Recruiting
Predicting outcomes after hip fracture using MDW
This trial checks if a blood test called MDW (monocyte distribution width) can help predict complications and recovery in older adults after a hip fracture.
Kifissia, AtticaAges 65 years+ - NCT07351526Recruiting
Rehabilitation study for patients after hospital stay
This study looks at how patients do during inpatient rehab after a hospital stay. It aims to understand what helps people recover and what their recovery looks like.
Limerick, MunsterAges 18 years+ - NCT07348016Recruiting
Platelet-rich plasma and steroid injection for shoulder surgery
This trial tests if adding a combination of platelet-rich plasma (a concentrate from your own blood that may help healing) and a steroid (to reduce inflammation) during arthroscopic surgery improves recovery for people with a torn rotator cuff and a stiff, stuck shoulder.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–70 - NCT07347106Recruiting
Miro3D trial for hard-to-heal wounds
This trial tests a special dressing called Miro3D, used with or without a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) device, to help heal tough wounds that haven't improved with standard care. It may be an option for people with certain large surgical wounds or chronic pressure sores.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–90 - NCT07351305Recruiting
PTSD treatment for veterans and service members with a brain injury
This study tests a non-trauma therapy for PTSD in veterans and service members who also have a mild or moderate brain injury. It aims to help with PTSD symptoms without focusing on the traumatic event itself.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07351123Recruiting
Pelvic fracture treatment study for older adults
This study compares different ways to treat a specific type of pelvic fracture in adults 60 and older. It aims to find which treatment works best for healing and recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 60 years+ - NCT07343583Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for bladder control after spinal cord injury
This study tests if stimulating nerves in the lower back or ankle can help improve bladder function in people who have a recent spinal cord injury above the T11 vertebra (mid-back). It aims to find a new way to manage bladder problems without medication.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 18–65
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,015 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 4,899 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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- Infections
- Genetic & congenital
- 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.