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
- NCT04644042Recruiting
Surgery for shoulder pain after non-surgical treatment fails
This trial looks at whether arthroscopic subacromial decompression surgery helps people whose “impingement” shoulder pain hasn’t improved after supervised exercises and an injection. It may help if your symptoms match their specific non-responder pattern and you can complete rehab visits.
Hvidovre, DenmarkAges 18–99 - NCT05383495RecruitingPhase 3
Calming medicine during child laceration repair
This trial tests a calming/anxiety-reducing medicine to see if it helps children feel less scared during stitches for a skin cut. It may help make the repair process easier for children and their caregivers.
London, OntarioAges 2–12 - NCT06650202Recruiting
Robotic stand trainer and spinal cord stimulation for balance
This trial tests whether combining a robotic stand trainer with spinal cord epidural stimulation can improve balance in people with spinal cord injury. It is for individuals who already have an implanted stimulation unit and cannot stand on their own without it.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06930586Recruiting
Metabolic brain imaging for rectal cancer prognosis
This trial studies how brain metabolism changes in people with rectal cancer and whether those changes can help predict outcomes. It uses a special type of PET imaging to look at brain activity.
Henan, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT07165353Recruiting
Virtual walking to reduce nerve pain after spinal cord injury
This study tests if using a virtual reality walking program can help reduce chronic nerve pain in people with spinal cord injuries. If you have nerve pain in your trunk or legs, you might benefit from this non-drug approach.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18–75 - NCT07170449Recruiting
Ultrasound test for carpal tunnel syndrome sensation
This study uses ultrasound to measure the size of a nerve in your wrist and compares it with your sense of touch. It aims to see if the ultrasound results match how much feeling you have lost in your hand.
Üsküdar, İ̇stanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07167680Recruiting
Fall prevention for wheelchair users with MS or spinal cord injury
This trial tests a program to help prevent falls for people with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury who use a wheelchair or scooter. You will learn physical skills with a care partner to stay safe.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07171489Recruiting
Wearable device for bowel control after spinal cord injury
This trial tests a wearable device that uses mild electrical pulses to help manage bowel function in people with spinal cord injury. It aims to improve control and quality of life.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07174219Recruiting
Return to sports after MCL knee surgery
This study tracks people who had surgery to reattach the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in the knee, alone or with other repairs. It measures how well and how safely they return to sports. If you had this surgery, you may help improve future care.
Bologna, BolognaAges 12–65 - NCT07171346Enrolling by invitation
Muscle stimulator after ACL reconstruction
This study tests whether a special muscle-stimulating device worn after ACL reconstruction surgery can help your knee recover strength faster. If you qualify, you will use the device at home for a few weeks and your recovery will be checked regularly.
Kansas City, KansasAges 15–50 - NCT07174180Recruiting
How hijab affects body heat during exercise
This study looks at how wearing a hijab affects how your body cools down during exercise in warm conditions. It may help you understand if there are ways to stay comfortable and safe while being active.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–35 - NCT07165483Recruiting
Timing of dexmedetomidine for surgery stress response
This trial tests whether giving a single dose of dexmedetomidine (a medicine that helps calm the body's stress response) before surgery can reduce the stress on your heart and blood pressure when a breathing tube is placed. It may help you recover more smoothly.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 18–65 - NCT07172568Recruiting
Blood flow restriction training for tennis elbow
This study tests whether a special type of strength training that temporarily limits blood flow to the arm can help treat tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). It may be an option for people who have tried physical therapy without success.
Munich, BavariaAges 18–65 - NCT07166536Recruiting
Study on mental imagery and symptom worsening after concussion
This trial tests whether mental imagery tasks can trigger or worsen headaches and dizziness in people with long-lasting symptoms after a mild traumatic brain injury or concussion. If you still have headaches or dizziness more than 3 months after your injury, this study may help understand how your brain reacts to mental exercises.
Tel AvivAges 18–74 - NCT07170007Recruiting
Physiotherapy after birth trauma for first-time mothers
This study tests a special physiotherapy program for first-time mothers who had a vaginal tear or episiotomy during childbirth. The goal is to see if it helps recovery better than standard care.
Ribeirão Preto, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT07169448Recruiting
Food as medicine study for trauma surgery patients
This study tests whether providing healthy meals after orthopaedic trauma surgery helps recovery. It is for patients discharged home from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center who live in specific Los Angeles zip codes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07165782Recruiting
Video texts for PTSD in youth
This study tests if brief videos sent by text message can help reduce PTSD symptoms in youth aged 15 to 25. If you have PTSD symptoms and live in Canada, you may be able to join from home using your phone.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 15–25 - NCT07173621Enrolling by invitation
Comparing a wound-healing gel to standard care after thyroid or parathyroid surgery
This study compares a special wound-healing gel (called AMNIOEFFECT) with standard care after thyroid or parathyroid surgery. The goal is to see if the gel helps your incision heal better.
Sarasota, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07169370Recruiting
Exercise program for chronic brain injury survivors
This trial tests a 12-week exercise platform designed for people with chronic brain injury. It aims to help you become more active safely at home.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07167667Recruiting
Hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests two types of hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome: shockwave therapy (5 sessions) or warm paraffin wax (10 sessions). It compares which one better reduces nerve thickening and your symptoms.
IstanbulAges 30–60 - NCT07173088Recruiting
Ankle exercise program after fracture surgery
This study tests a new exercise program called the Ankle Muscle Power (AMP) program to help people get back to full duty after an ankle fracture surgery. It aims to see if this program is effective and practical for recovery.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–50 - NCT06236503Recruiting
Brain stimulation for minimally conscious state
This trial tests a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it can help people in a minimally conscious state. The goal is to improve awareness and responsiveness.
Messina, ItaliaAges 18–75 - NCT06251869Recruiting
Electrocautery vs. Scalpel in Joint Replacement Surgery
This trial compares two surgical tools—electrocautery and a cold knife (scalpel)—to see which works better during joint replacement surgery. It aims to find the best way to make incisions, which could mean less bleeding and faster healing.
Cluj-Napoca, ClujAges 18–90 - NCT04696523RecruitingPhase 2
Xenon gas for brain injury after a ruptured brain aneurysm
This Phase 2 study tests whether xenon gas can reduce brain injury after an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (a bleeding caused by a brain aneurysm). It aims to help people who are very sick right after the bleeding by improving brain function outcomes.
Helsinki, HelsinkiAges 18 years+
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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- 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.