Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,218 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,751
- Phase 2121
- 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
- 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
- California168
- Texas101
- New York85
- Florida80
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts57
- Pennsylvania52
- Ohio51
- Minnesota46
- Maryland42
Recruiting studies3,218 total
- 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 - NCT06242873Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for kids with incomplete injuries
This study tests if mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord can help children ages 3 to 16 with incomplete spinal cord injuries walk better. It is important for children who still have some movement in their legs but need extra help to improve their walking.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–16 - NCT06243497Recruiting
Comparing eye fluid and tear markers before and after UCP
This study compares levels of inflammatory markers (cytokines) in the fluid inside your eye and your tears before and after a procedure called UCP (ultrasound cycloplasty) to treat glaucoma. It aims to understand how the eye responds, which may lead to better treatments for high eye pressure.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges Any age - NCT06243211Recruiting
Spinal Decompression and Nerve Graft for Acute SCI
This study tests whether surgery to take pressure off the spinal cord, plus placing a small nerve graft, can help recovery after a severe spinal cord injury. It is for people with a recent injury who have lost all movement and feeling below the level of injury.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–80 - NCT06243848Recruiting
Injection vs. surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome
This trial compares two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome: an ultrasound-guided injection and a surgery to take pressure off the median nerve. It aims to see which one provides better relief for symptoms like numbness and tingling.
AfyonkarahisarAges 18–75 - NCT06244160Recruiting
High-flow oxygen therapy for spinal cord injury
This trial tests if high-flow oxygen therapy can help people with spinal cord injuries between the neck and upper back. It is designed for those admitted to a spinal injury ward within 24 to 48 hours of injury.
CardiffAges 18 years+ - NCT06244472Recruiting
New brain scanner for fast brain imaging
This study uses a new type of brain scanner (MEG) to take very fast pictures of brain activity. It's for healthy people or those who've had a mild concussion recently.
BronAges 18–70 - NCT06245993Recruiting
Leg shape after thigh-bone fracture in young children treated with traction
This study looks at how children's legs heal after a thigh bone break that was treated with gentle skin traction. It helps doctors understand if any lasting shape changes happen, and why that matters for your child's future growth.
AmiensAges Up to 6 years - NCT06246669Recruiting
Exercise and fear after concussion in college athletes
This study looks at whether prescribed exercise can help college athletes feel less afraid of pain after a concussion. It aims to see if exercise helps them recover better.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–25 - NCT06249750RecruitingPhase 2
Heat shock therapy for castration-resistant prostate cancer
This trial tests a near-infrared whole-body heat shock technique to treat prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. It aims to see if this heat-based approach can help control the cancer.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–90 - NCT06249906Recruiting
Bioceramic material for bone defect repair
This trial tests a new bioceramic material to repair bone defects. It is for adults aged 18 to 65 who are generally healthy and can follow the study plan.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT06254469RecruitingPhase 3
PET scan study for memory decline with head injury or Alzheimer's risk
This trial uses a special PET scan tracer to see if it can predict who will get worse over time. It is for people with mild memory or thinking problems that may be linked to past head injuries or early Alzheimer's disease.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 45 years+ - NCT06256458Recruiting
Study of NanoBone bone graft for acute fractures
This study is looking at how well a special bone graft material called NanoBone works for people who have broken an arm, leg, or pelvis and need surgery. It is for adults with fresh fractures that are treated within 4 weeks of the injury.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06257355RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new eye drop for corneal scars
This trial tests a new eye drop to see if it can safely and effectively reduce corneal scars. It is for people who have a recent corneal injury (within the last month) that resulted in a scar that affects their vision.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06258512Recruiting
Storytelling approach for frequent doctor visits
This trial tests if a storytelling-based conversation can help people who visit their primary care doctor very often. If you are one of the top frequent visitors to your clinic, this study may help you feel better and reduce your need for appointments.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 25–85 - NCT06260072RecruitingPhase 2
Magnesium and Riboflavin for Post-Concussion Headaches
This trial tests if taking magnesium and riboflavin (vitamin B2) can help reduce headaches after a concussion. It is for University of Virginia students who have had a concussion within the past 3 days and can swallow pills.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–40 - NCT06260618Recruiting
Testing a new gel for better healing in ear surgery
This trial tests a special gel applied during common ear surgeries to see if it helps healing and improves hearing. It may be an option for people having surgery to fix a perforated eardrum, repair ear bones, or treat chronic ear infections.
Adelaide, South AustraliaAges 18 years+ - NCT06261645Recruiting
Exercise program for non-traumatic shoulder instability
This study tests a new exercise program for people with non-traumatic shoulder instability (looseness without injury). It focuses on improving how well your rotator cuff muscles control shoulder rotation.
Gothenburg, MölndalAges 16–35 - NCT06263738Recruiting
Cold and heat therapy for depression
This trial tests if carefully controlled cold or heat exposure can help lower symptoms of depression. It is open to people with or without depression to see how the body responds to changes in temperature.
Edwards, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06265103Recruiting
Epilepsy learning healthcare system registry
This is a registry study that collects information from people being treated for epilepsy at participating healthcare centers. The goal is to improve care by learning from real-world patient data.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06266494RecruitingPhase 4
Treating frostbite infections and studying antibiotics
This trial tests how well different treatments (like aloe vera, silver, and an antibiotic called dalbavancin) prevent and treat infections in people with frostbite. It also studies how these medicines work in the body.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–99 - NCT06268236Recruiting
Electro-acupuncture for awareness after severe brain injury
This study tests whether a type of acupuncture that uses mild electric pulses (called electro-acupuncture) can help people who have a reduced level of awareness after a severe brain injury. The goal is to see if it improves recovery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06270290Recruiting
Concussions and contact sports in RBD patients versus controls
This trial looks at whether people with REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) have more concussions or contact sports history than people without RBD, to see if head injuries might be linked to the condition.
London, LondonAges 50 years+
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,218 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 5,144 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.