Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,223 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,755
- Phase 2121
- Phase 4117
- Phase 187
- Phase 383
- Phase 1/Phase 238
- Phase 2/Phase 322
Top conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries154
- 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 Development38
- 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
- Texas102
- New York85
- Florida80
- Massachusetts58
- Illinois57
- Ohio52
- Pennsylvania51
- Minnesota46
- Maryland42
Recruiting studies3,223 total
- NCT06138977Recruiting
Testing a smart bionic leg for different walking activities
This study tests a new type of bionic leg that can adjust to different walking speeds and activities. You may be able to join if you are a healthy adult or an adult with a leg amputation who can walk well.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–65 - NCT05939674Recruiting
Flumazenil to aid waking up after anesthesia for hip surgery
This study looks at whether a medicine called flumazenil can help people wake up more safely and recover better after being put to sleep for hip surgery using a specific anesthesia medication. It may help doctors understand the best way to reverse anesthesia effects in older adults.
Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-doAges 65 years+ - NCT05938101Recruiting
Pain clinic study on adult chronic pain
This study focuses on adult people with ongoing (chronic) pain. It’s looking at experiences with pain clinic staff during the time around COVID.
Surrey, British ColumbiaAges 20–99 - NCT05875038Recruiting
Smart fall-monitoring video with telealerts versus alerts alone
This study tests whether a smart video monitoring system with emergency-style alerts works better than alerts alone for preventing or responding to falls at home. It focuses on older adults who have recently fallen and may find returning home unsafe.
Amiens, PicardieAges 75 years+ - NCT05844098Recruiting
Fixing a shoulder AC joint injury with or without extra pins
This trial compares two surgical options for a recent shoulder AC joint injury: one method uses arthroscopy-assisted stabilization alone, and the other adds an extra K-wire (small metal pin) for fixation. The goal is to see which approach leads to better healing and shoulder recovery.
Chon BuriAges 18–45 - NCT05822466Recruiting
Virtual Tai Chi program to help prevent falls
This study tests whether a virtual (online) Tai Chi–style exercise program can reduce falls in older adults. You may be eligible if you’ve fallen recently or have a mobility test result that suggests a higher fall risk.
Springfield, OregonAges 65–90 - NCT05694494Enrolling by invitation
Online exercise program to prevent falls and cut costs
This study tests an internet-based exercise program designed to improve strength, balance, and daily movement in older adults who have recently fallen. It also looks at whether the program is cost-effective compared with usual care, so it may help you and caregivers prevent future falls in a practical way.
Hong KongAges 65 years+ - NCT05519332Recruiting
Procedure to stabilize very severe osteoporotic spine fractures
This trial studies a minimally invasive procedure to treat very severe, unstable compression fractures in the spine caused by osteoporosis. It may help people who have trouble tolerating standard open spine surgery, by aiming to restore stability and alignment.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 58–84 - NCT05355909Recruiting
High-intensity pre-surgery training before major belly surgery
This trial tests whether a structured, high-activity fitness program before elective abdominal surgery can help you prepare and recover better. It’s meant for people considered at moderate to high surgical risk who can safely do pre-op exercise.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18–99 - NCT05243043Recruiting
Help for mothers needing premature baby resuscitation
This trial tests an interactive phone or app-style tool to help mothers prepare for and understand what happens if their premature baby needs breathing support at birth. It may help you feel more informed and supported during a high-stress time.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–60 - NCT05225792Recruiting
Fast rehab program for leg injuries and amputations
This trial tests a rapid rehabilitation approach for people with certain leg injuries, including amputations and limb salvage, while you are already in standard rehab. It may help improve walking and balance after trauma by using a structured training program.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05020158Recruiting
Family Talk support after a serious illness in the family
This trial tests a “Family Talk” support program for families dealing with a child’s life-threatening or life-limiting illness. It aims to help families talk and cope together during the early period after diagnosis or relapse.
StockholmAges 6 years+ - NCT04934683Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Medication study during major surgery to protect blood pressure
This trial tests how well an “induction agent” medication works during major surgery to help keep blood pressure stable. It may help prevent complications in people at higher risk, especially those staying overnight in the hospital.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 45 years+ - NCT04430218Recruiting
Peripheral interfaces for better prosthetic arm control
This trial tests a surgically placed device that connects to arm nerves to improve control and feeling in a prosthetic arm. It may help people with upper limb amputations who already use or are prescribed a myoelectric prosthesis.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21 years+ - NCT04226534Recruiting
Join a study measuring effort in healthy trained people
This study builds a database by having healthy, trained volunteers do maximal effort physical tests while measuring how the body responds. It may help researchers better understand exercise performance and safety, though you’re likely not receiving a treatment for an illness.
BrusselsAges 18–65 - NCT01293214Recruiting
Transplanting new tissue for multiple amputated limbs
This trial studies whether a transplant of tissue and blood vessels can improve function after limb amputations when prosthetic devices have not worked. It requires long-term medicines to prevent rejection, close follow-up, and intensive rehabilitation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–60 - NCT07750080Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for tennis elbow in menopausal women
This study tests whether a combination of electrical therapies or shock wave therapy works better for reducing pain and improving function in menopausal women with tennis elbow that has lasted at least 3 months.
CairoAges 45–55 - NCT05958342RecruitingPhase 2
Calcium and vasopressin for bleeding shock after major injury
This trial tests whether giving calcium and vasopressin early can improve outcomes in people with major injury who are at risk for life-threatening bleeding shock. It mainly includes patients who need rapid blood transfusion and likely major surgery to stop bleeding.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18–90 - NCT07483528Enrolling by invitation
Ways to help people with chronic brain injury manage health
This study compares different ways to help people with long-term traumatic brain injury (TBI) manage their health care. If you have had a TBI for at least a year and see a brain injury doctor, you may be able to join—especially if you also have other health conditions or use multiple medications.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT06838247Recruiting
Shoulder ultrasound after hand injury
This study uses ultrasound to check for hidden shoulder problems in people recovering from a hand injury. It may help understand if hand trauma affects the shoulder even when you don't notice it.
Ankara, AltindagAges 18–65 - NCT07227987Recruiting
Cognitive rehab for anger in Veterans with TBI and PTSD
This study tests a cognitive rehabilitation program to help Veterans with TBI and PTSD manage anger. You and a trusted support person will participate together to learn skills to reduce anger and improve thinking.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07018960Recruiting
Chest wall repair with custom 3D-printed titanium implant
This study is testing a new way to repair large chest wall defects using a custom-made 3D-printed titanium implant. It may help people who need chest wall reconstruction after cancer surgery, a bad injury, or damage from infection or radiation.
Cruces, Basque CountryAges 18 years+ - NCT07043101Recruiting
Virtual reality for leg rehab with Vector system
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset can help people who are already using a Vector walking system in the hospital. The virtual reality shows goals to aim for while walking, which may make rehab more engaging and effective.
Schenectady, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07075159Recruiting
Hydrocolloid dressings for eye area surgery recovery
This trial tests if a special type of bandage (hydrocolloid dressing) helps heal wounds after eye or face surgery. The goal is to see if it improves healing and comfort.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–100
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,223 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 5,129 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.