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
- NCT06907849Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Imaging amyloid in spinal stenosis and carpal tunnel
This trial tests a special scan that uses a radioactive tracer to look for amyloid protein deposits in people who have had surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine in the lower back) or carpal tunnel syndrome. The goal is to see if the scan can detect these deposits, which may be linked to ongoing orthopedic issues.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 60 years+ - NCT06906419Enrolling by invitation
Knee surgery study for chronic kneecap dislocations
This study looks at how well a specific knee surgery (arthroscopic trochleoplasty) works over time for people who have had repeated kneecap dislocations. If you had this surgery between 2015 and 2023, your results could help doctors understand how to better treat this condition.
DrammenAges 18 years+ - NCT06905093Recruiting
Exercise types for recovery after shoulder surgery
This study compares two types of exercise for your non-surgical arm while your shoulder recovers from surgery in a sling. The goal is to see which helps you regain strength and motion better.
Toulon, VarAges 18 years+ - NCT06910241RecruitingPhase 3
Lidocaine vs. Diphenhydramine for Stitches in ER
This trial compares two numbing medicines—lidocaine and diphenhydramine—to see which works better for stitching up cuts in the emergency room. It helps find the fastest, most comfortable option for people needing stitches.
Boynton Beach, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06905561Recruiting
Diclofenac cream to prevent skin irritation from radiation
This trial tests if a diclofenac cream can help prevent skin redness, peeling, or pain caused by radiation therapy. It is for people with certain head and neck cancers or breast cancer who are starting radiation treatment.
Haikou, HainanAges 18–75 - NCT06901310Enrolling by invitation
Hyperbaric oxygen for mild head injuries in combat athletes
This study tests whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a special chamber) helps men recover from mild head injuries better than the current standard care (rest). It is for male unarmed combat athletes who have been suspended for a head injury.
Marshfield, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06910150Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief after knee surgery: electric stimulation study
This trial tests two types of mild electric stimulation (one with tiny needles, one without) applied to the thigh muscle to reduce pain in people who had ACL knee surgery in the last six weeks. The goal is to see if this can help you feel better and recover quicker.
Madrid, MadridAges 18–55 - NCT06903962Recruiting
Mind-body program for chronic arm or hand pain
This trial tests whether a mind-body program can help people with long-term pain in their upper arm, forearm, or hand that is not caused by a clear physical injury. It focuses on retraining how your brain responds to pain triggers.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–60 - NCT06903416RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nerve stimulation for arm and hand function after spinal cord injury
This study tests a non-invasive, painless nerve stimulation technique to see if it can improve arm and hand function after a spinal cord injury. It may help people who have had a neck-level injury more than 9 months ago.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–75 - NCT06906536Enrolling by invitation
Intermittent low oxygen to improve leg function after spinal injury
This trial tests whether short, controlled sessions of low oxygen (like breathing thin air) can improve leg movement and blood markers in people with spinal cord injuries. It may help with walking or standing.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18–75 - NCT06892080Recruiting
Urine leakage and hormones in women with spinal cord injury
This pilot study looks at how urine leakage (incontinence) relates to sex hormones in women with a chronic spinal cord injury. You may be able to join if you are a woman with a steady menstrual cycle and some bladder issues.
NottwilAges 18 years+ - NCT05566431Recruiting
Check monitoring for high brain pressure after child head injury
This study looks at a way of measuring and responding to high pressure inside the brain in children after a non-penetrating head injury. It may help doctors decide which monitoring approach works best for children who are very sick right after injury or become worse quickly.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 1–12 - NCT06631378Recruiting
Groin incision direction study for vascular surgery patients
This trial compares two different ways of making an incision (cut) in the groin during blood vessel surgery. It aims to find out if one direction leads to better healing or fewer complications.
KoldingAges Any age - NCT06891131Recruiting
Blood transfusion bundle for severe bleeding after injury
This trial tests a standard set of emergency blood transfusions for people with life-threatening bleeding from a serious injury. It aims to improve survival by giving blood products quickly before reaching the hospital.
GrazAges 18 years+ - NCT06898814RecruitingPhase 4
Iron infusions to improve walking after hip fracture
This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can help older adults walk better after hip fracture surgery. It is for people who have anemia (low red blood cells) after their operation.
Copenhagen NVAges 65 years+ - NCT06897293Recruiting
Tape Implant vs Standard Repair for Ankle Instability
This trial tests whether adding a special tape to a standard ankle ligament repair helps people with chronic ankle instability more than the standard repair alone. If you have loose joints and a history of ankle giving way, this study may be an option.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 15–55 - NCT06899711Recruiting
A helmet after skull surgery to prevent sunken flap
This study tests whether wearing a custom-made external helmet after a large skull removal surgery can prevent the skin from sinking in. If you've had this surgery in the last two weeks and are being treated at a Johns Hopkins hospital, you may be eligible.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06893029Recruiting
Dizziness from visual motion in concussion and other causes
This study looks at how people with dizziness from concussion or other causes (like vestibular migraine) react to visual motion. It tests balance during specific visual challenges to understand why dizziness happens.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–60 - NCT06900712Recruiting
Single-session program for sexual assault recovery
This trial tests a one-time session designed to help survivors of unwanted sexual contact or assault reduce symptoms of PTSD or depression. It may be a good fit if you live in Ohio and have had these symptoms for at least a month.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06892795Enrolling by invitation
Predicting low body temperature during surgery in children
This study aims to predict which children might get too cold during surgery under general anesthesia lasting more than 30 minutes. It's trying to create a simple checklist to help doctors keep kids warm and safe.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges Up to 15 years - NCT06893848Recruiting
Culture Care program for mobility after chest or belly surgery
This study tests a program called 'Culture Care' that helps patients move more after chest or belly surgery. It aims to see if the program improves how much you walk and move during your hospital stay.
NeuchâtelAges 18 years+ - NCT06895720Recruiting
Myofascial system and injury risk in young football players
This study looks at how the body's connective tissues (myofascial system) can help prevent injuries in young football players. If you join, you'll help researchers learn ways to keep athletes safer on the field.
Fão, Porto DistrictAges 14–18 - NCT06566950Recruiting
Blood flow training for leg muscle health in athletes
This study tests a training method that uses light blood flow restriction to improve leg muscle structure. It is for young athletes (ages 15–35) who play high-level sports like martial arts, basketball, soccer, or futsal at least twice a week.
Denpasar, BaliAges 15–35 - NCT06885359Recruiting
Study of a new hip replacement head for hip fractures
This study is for people with a certain type of hip fracture who received a specific hip replacement part. The goal is to see how well the new part works over time.
CeljeAges 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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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.