Trauma
Injuries & trauma clinical trials
Wounds, fractures, and recovery from physical injury. We’re tracking 3,016 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,561
- Phase 2123
- Phase 4112
- Phase 382
- Phase 182
- Phase 1/Phase 234
- Phase 2/Phase 322
Top conditions
- Traumatic Brain Injury151
- Spinal Cord Injuries142
- Spinal Cord Injury105
- Stroke64
- Trauma51
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury40
- Amputation38
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries37
- Radiotherapy Side Effect37
- Hip Fractures36
- Rotator Cuff Tears35
- Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)34
- Burns28
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome28
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture27
- Cardiotoxicity26
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)26
- Breast Cancer25
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development34
- Cairo University22
- Kessler Foundation20
- Johns Hopkins University19
- University of Miami19
- Zimmer Biomet19
- University of Florida18
- University of British Columbia17
- Mayo Clinic16
- Riphah International University16
Where studies are running
- California159
- Texas91
- Florida79
- New York78
- Illinois57
- Massachusetts55
- Pennsylvania51
- Minnesota45
- Ohio43
- Colorado41
Recruiting studies3,016 total
- NCT06293300RecruitingPhase 2
Botulinum toxin for light sensitivity after brain injury
This study tests if botulinum toxin type A (Botox) can reduce long-term light sensitivity in people who have had a traumatic brain injury at least a year ago. You must have had light sensitivity for 6 months or more and not have had Botox for face or mouth conditions before.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06293469Recruiting
Speeding up flap surgery for severe leg injuries
This trial tests whether performing flap surgery sooner after a severe leg injury below the knee leads to better outcomes. If you have an open fracture or dislocation that needs a flap, you may be able to join.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06275282Recruiting
Nerve surgery for better leg prosthetic control
This trial tests a new nerve surgery technique to help people with above-knee leg amputations have better control of their prosthetic leg. The goal is to improve how well the prosthesis responds to your movements.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–75 - NCT06293157Recruiting
Carbon fiber screws for spinal cancer treatment
This trial tests if carbon fiber screws are better for stabilizing the spine when cancer has spread there. It may help patients who are getting special radiation therapy (SBRT) for spinal tumors.
BydgoszczAges 18 years+ - NCT06295146Recruiting
Getting help from a peer coach to learn wheelchair skills
This study tests whether virtual one-on-one training with a peer who has a spinal cord injury can help you learn new wheelchair skills. You'll practice using video calls, and you need a helper nearby to keep you safe during practice.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06288763Recruiting
Nerve transfer to improve arm function in high-level tetraplegia
This study tests whether transferring a nerve from a working muscle can help restore function in the arm or hand for people with high-level tetraplegia. It may be an option if you've stopped improving with standard therapy.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06282965RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Angiotensin (1-7) for moderate to severe brain injury
This study tests a drug called Angiotensin (1-7) to see if it helps people recover from moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. It may reduce damage and improve healing when given shortly after the injury.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05715021Recruiting
First-Time Shoulder Dislocation Care Study
This study looks at treatment options for people who have had a first shoulder dislocation in the last 3 months. It may help find the best way to keep the shoulder from dislocating again and improve recovery.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 14–40 - NCT06034509Recruiting
Thinking and blood vessel health after head injury
This study looks at how a past traumatic brain injury (TBI) might affect your thinking skills and blood vessel health over time. You may be eligible if you had a TBI at least 3 years ago and have already completed an earlier evaluation at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE).
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–74 - NCT05926622Recruiting
Testing a Medacta shoulder replacement system for pain relief
This trial studies how well a Medacta shoulder replacement works by looking at clinical results and X-ray/scan findings after surgery. It may help people with certain shoulder conditions who need shoulder replacement or revision surgery.
AnnecyAges 18 years+ - NCT06040203Recruiting
Platelet-Rich Plasma for Chronic Tennis Elbow
This study compares two types of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections—one with a lot of white blood cells and one without—against a placebo injection to see which works best for persistent tennis elbow. If other treatments haven't helped your elbow pain for at least 3 months, this trial might be a good option.
BolognaAges 18–65 - NCT06269952Recruiting
Study on violence among people who inject drugs
This study looks at how common intimate partner violence is among people who inject drugs and what risk factors or experiences are involved. It may help understand the challenges you face and improve support.
StockholmAges 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+ - NCT06254794Recruiting
Blood flow restriction rehab after Achilles tendon repair
This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after Achilles tendon repair surgery. You may be a good fit if you had a PARS or open repair and plan to rehab at a Methodist Hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06270758Recruiting
Bone health check for women after menopause (BBCT-hip)
This study is testing a new way to check bone health in women who have gone through menopause and live in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. It aims to help predict and prevent hip fractures.
BolognaAges 65–85 - NCT06270407RecruitingPhase 4
Tranexamic acid for fewer complications in plastic surgery
This study tests whether applying tranexamic acid directly to the skin during plastic surgery reduces bleeding or other complications compared to a placebo. It may help you heal better after your procedure.
VejleAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT06251206RecruitingPhase 1
Early education after wrist fracture surgery
This trial tests whether teaching patients about daily activities soon after wrist fracture surgery helps them recover better. It is for adults who had surgery for a broken wrist and are within 2 weeks of their operation.
Washington, VirginiaAges 18–110 - NCT06247904Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for arm paralysis after spinal cord injury
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation method (NIBS) to help people with recent spinal cord injuries regain arm and hand function. It is designed for patients who have some paralysis in their arms but still have some movement or sensation below their injury level.
Elkins Park, PennsylvaniaAges 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 - NCT06239259Recruiting
Testing a Thai questionnaire for carpal tunnel diagnosis
This study is testing a new Thai-language questionnaire to see if it can accurately diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome. If you are a Thai speaker with nerve-tested carpal tunnel, you may help researchers improve how this condition is diagnosed.
Bangkok Noi, BangkokAges 18 years+ - 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
Common questions
- How many injuries & trauma clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,016 recruiting trauma studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 4,936 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.