Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,219 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,751
- Phase 2122
- 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
- Hip Fractures41
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury41
- 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
- Pennsylvania53
- Ohio51
- Minnesota46
- Maryland42
Recruiting studies3,219 total
- NCT06770153Recruiting
A trial comparing two knee replacement balancing techniques
This study compares a special tensioning tool to the standard method for balancing a new knee joint during total knee replacement. It aims to see which technique provides better outcomes.
BolognaAges 50–85 - NCT06770998Recruiting
EEG brain training for PTSD
This study tests a new kind of treatment for PTSD that uses a special brain training system called neurofeedback. You will learn to change your own brain activity in sessions that use EEG sensors on your head, and the goal is to reduce your PTSD symptoms without medication or talk therapy.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT06772077Recruiting
Testing a walking robot for kids with spinal cord injury
This study tests a wearable robotic exoskeleton called ATLAS 2030 to help children with a spinal cord injury practice standing and walking. The goal is to see if it is safe and easy to use.
ToledoAges 3–14 - NCT06772740Recruiting
Middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematoma
This trial tests a procedure called middle meningeal artery embolization, which aims to stop the bleeding and reduce the fluid buildup from a chronic subdural hematoma. It may be an option for patients who have a hematoma at least 10mm thick and one or more risk factors such as older age, blood thinners, diabetes, or certain scan features.
Nishinomiya, HyōgoAges 18 years+ - NCT06773286Recruiting
Stimulation and therapy for hand function after spinal cord injury
This trial is testing a safe method of electrical stimulation through the skin (called transcutaneous stimulation) combined with physical therapy to help people who recently had a cervical spinal cord injury improve hand and arm function. It is designed for people who are still in the hospital rehab setting.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT06776159Recruiting
Standardizing blood thinner shots for heart patients
This study tests whether a standard way of giving blood thinner shots (LMWH) to people with heart disease in the cardiac care unit improves care. It is for Chinese patients who are awake and can make their own decisions.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06776523Recruiting
Psychological help study for refugees in Switzerland
This study tests a brief psychological program (Problem Management Plus, or PM+) to see if it helps refugees and asylum seekers feel better. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, or down, this may be an option for you.
ZurichAges 16 years+ - NCT06777576Recruiting
Self-balancing exoskeleton for spinal cord injury
This trial tests a self-balancing exoskeleton (a wearable robotic suit) to help people with spinal cord injuries stand and walk. It is designed for those with injuries at or above the T6 level and looks at how well the device works and how it feels to use.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06778590Recruiting
Comparing two ways to remove lower wisdom teeth
This study compares two methods for removing lower wisdom teeth before they are fully grown. It uses a special ultrasound tool (piezoelectric) versus traditional surgical tools to see which is gentler and leads to faster healing.
CatanzaroAges 14–24 - NCT06780202RecruitingPhase 2
Steroid to reduce opioid use after foot/ankle surgery
This study tests whether a steroid medicine called Medrol Dosepak can help reduce the need for opioid painkillers after foot or ankle surgery. If you are having foot or ankle surgery at Emory and are generally healthy, you may be able to join.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–95 - NCT06781060Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for sciatic nerve injury in children
This trial tests if electrical nerve stimulation can help children aged 3 to 19 who have nerve damage in the leg caused by an injection. The goal is to improve nerve healing and leg function.
Multan, Punjab ProvinceAges 3–19 - 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+ - NCT06782464Recruiting
Freezing nerves for shoulder pain after stroke or brain injury
This trial tests if freezing certain nerves in the upper arm (cryoneurolysis) works as well as standard care for reducing shoulder pain and muscle tightness after a stroke or brain injury. It aims to improve function and ease caregiving tasks.
LuxembourgAges 18 years+ - NCT06784089Recruiting
Hip fracture type, nutrition and pain after surgery
This study looks at how a person's nutrition before hip surgery relates to their pain levels after surgery. It aims to help doctors improve recovery for older adults.
AnkaraAges 65 years+ - NCT06786884Recruiting
Paraffin Wax and Exercise for Burn Scar Recovery
This study tests whether adding warm paraffin wax treatment before exercise helps people with burn scars move their joints better. If you have a burn scar that goes over a joint and your doctor already recommends rehab, this might be an option for you.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06790979Recruiting
Sleep patterns and recovery after traumatic brain injury
This study uses a wearable device to track sleep patterns in people who have had a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It aims to see how sleep relates to recovery, which could help improve care after a head injury.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–60 - NCT06792877Recruiting
Mindfulness for thinking in early Alzheimer's
This study tests if mindfulness training can help protect thinking and memory in early-stage Alzheimer's disease. It compares mindfulness to other activities to see if it slows down memory loss.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–100 - NCT06793644Recruiting
ICG dye imaging for open fractures and infections
This trial tests if injecting a special dye (ICG) during surgery can help doctors see blood flow and infection in open fractures or infected bone areas. The dye glows under a special camera, which may guide better treatment decisions.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06797752Recruiting
Stellate ganglion block and retina blood flow study
This trial looks at how a nerve block (stellate ganglion block) affects blood flow in the retina. It may help people who already get this block for conditions like complex regional pain syndrome understand eye effects.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06798571RecruitingPhase 4
How menopause affects body temperature control
This study looks at how menopause changes the way your body handles heat. It may help women understand temperature changes during menopause.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 42–64 - NCT06801626RecruitingPhase 3
New ways to reduce burn scar itch
This study tests new ways to reduce itching from burn scars. If you have a burn scar that itches and are between 18 and 79, you may be able to join and try a treatment that could help relieve the itch.
Galveston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06804226Recruiting
Video tool to discuss end-of-life care after trauma
This trial is testing a video-based support tool to help patients and their families start conversations about end-of-life care after a traumatic injury. It aims to make these difficult discussions easier and more informed.
Houston, TexasAges 65 years+ - NCT06805851Recruiting
Depression, antidepressants, and body temperature in exercise
This study looks at how depression and certain antidepressants affect how your body controls temperature during exercise. You'll do some exercise tests while researchers check your body temperature and heart rate.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18–40 - NCT06807021RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of a gel to reduce scarring after burn surgery
This trial tests a gel called FS2 applied after skin graft surgery for burns. It aims to see if the gel can help scars heal better and look less noticeable.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 12–65
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,219 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 5,154 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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- Blood & lymphatic
- Kidney & urinary
- 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.