Pain medicine
Pain clinical trials
Chronic and acute pain, and the conditions that cause it. We’re tracking 3,578 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,954
- Phase 4240
- Phase 2129
- Phase 3103
- Phase 193
- Phase 2/Phase 337
- Phase 1/Phase 222
Top conditions
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University84
- Cairo University59
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital34
- Tanta University33
- Ain Shams University28
- Foundation University Islamabad28
- Mayo Clinic25
- VA Office of Research and Development23
- Hacettepe University22
- Stanford University21
Where studies are running
- California151
- New York79
- Massachusetts65
- Florida64
- Texas50
- North Carolina41
- Illinois40
- Maryland39
- Ohio39
- Minnesota37
Recruiting studies3,578 total
- NCT06973837Recruiting
Brain study on chronic back pain and insomnia
This study looks at how the brain works in people with chronic low back pain and/or chronic insomnia. It compares these groups to healthy volunteers using MRI and pain tests.
LeuvenAges 18–60 - NCT06978335Enrolling by invitation
Acupoint stimulation for better wound pain relief after surgery
This study tests if gentle stimulation of acupoints (like acupressure or a small device) can ease pain from a surgical wound. It is for adults who are having a surgery with a long incision and will be using a pain pump afterward.
Taipei, Peitou DistAges 18 years+ - NCT06978127Recruiting
Tech help for dialysis patients to feel better
This study tests a program that uses technology to help people on dialysis feel better and take a more active role in their care. It may help you if you are on dialysis and want extra support.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+ - NCT06978166Recruiting
Digital therapy for chronic pain and mood
This study tests a smartphone app that gives you personalized tips and exercises to help manage chronic pain along with depression or anxiety. It is designed for adults ages 45 and older and aims to see if these digital check-ins can improve how you feel day to day.
St Louis, MissouriAges 45 years+ - NCT06978816Recruiting
Ear pressure points plus pain meds for kidney stone relief
This study tests whether pressing specific points on the ear, along with pain medicine, can relieve kidney stone pain faster than pain medicine alone. It's designed for people with confirmed kidney stones and moderate to severe pain who haven't taken pain relievers recently.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06982625Recruiting
Numbing injection after hip replacement for pain relief
This trial tests whether an injection of numbing medicine near the hip can help control pain after a hip replacement surgery. It may be an option for people who have significant pain after their operation.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06975072RecruitingPhase 4
Can magnesium affect nerve monitoring during back surgery?
This study tests if giving magnesium during open thoracolumbar fusion surgery (a type of back surgery) affects nerve monitoring. It might help find the right dose for patients while keeping their nerves safe.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06972680Enrolling by invitation
Finding the best dose for a shoulder block before surgery
This trial tests different volumes of a long-lasting numbing medicine (Exparel) injected around the shoulder nerves before arthroscopic surgery. The goal is to find the dose that provides the best pain relief.
Jiaxing, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06905340Recruiting
Pain-guided opioid use during surgery with regional anesthesia
This trial uses a special monitor (NOL index) to help doctors give just the right amount of pain medicine during surgery. It is for people having trauma or orthopedic surgery who are also getting regional anesthesia.
HamburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06966557Recruiting
Nerve block for chronic jaw pain
This trial tests a nerve block treatment for people with long-term jaw pain that hasn't improved with other treatments. It aims to see if this injection can help reduce pain.
Haifa, NorthAges 18 years+ - NCT06963177RecruitingPhase 2
Study of GenSci048 for endometriosis pain
This trial tests a new drug called GenSci048 to see if it can reduce moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis. It might be an option if you have regular periods and are willing to switch to only the pain relievers allowed in the study.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–49 - NCT06962982Enrolling by invitation
VR therapy for neck pain in computer users
This study tests if short-term virtual reality exercises and ergonomic training can reduce neck pain, improve neck movement and strength, and boost work productivity in people who use computers for long hours.
AjmanAges 18–60 - NCT06968689Recruiting
Brain activity study for experimental and chronic pain
This study uses MRI and EEG to look at brain connections involved in pain. It may help us understand how the brain processes pain and could lead to better treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT06969105Recruiting
Music for comfort during labor and delivery
This study tests whether listening to music during labor can help reduce pain and anxiety. Researchers will compare outcomes for laboring women who listen to music versus those who do not.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06969859Recruiting
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy for Achilles tendon pain
This study tests if pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy can help people with mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy (pain and swelling in the middle of the Achilles tendon). It aims to see if this non-invasive treatment can reduce pain and improve function.
Shatin, New TerritoriesAges 18 years+ - NCT06965920Enrolling by invitation
Spinal pain and balance study using gentle chiropractic care
This study tests a gentle chiropractic technique called flexion distraction to see if it improves how well you move and balance while standing. It may help if you have spinal pain and can stand with mild to moderate pain.
West Palm Beach, FloridaAges 18–100 - NCT06970028Recruiting
Sensation study in ADPKD patients
This study looks at how people with ADPKD (a kidney condition that causes cysts) sense touch and temperature on their skin. It will compare their results with those of healthy volunteers to better understand the condition and help future treatments.
LeuvenAges 12 years+ - NCT06968871Recruiting
Gentler Pap test for cervical cancer screening
This trial tests a new, gentler Pap test to see if it makes screening more comfortable and easier for women. If you're a woman 25 or older and not pregnant or on your period, you might be able to join.
DouliuAges 25 years+ - NCT06963658Recruiting
Isometric Exercise and Pain Sensitivity in Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests whether a simple, still (isometric) exercise can reduce how sensitive you are to pain. It is for adults with long-term low back pain who can safely do physical therapy exercises.
Bisha, 'Asir RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06964282Recruiting
Comparing Two Nerve Blocks for Hip Replacement Pain Relief
This study compares two types of nerve blocks (iliopsoas block and PENG block) to see which one provides better pain relief and recovery after hip replacement surgery. If you are having a hip replacement with spinal anesthesia, you may be a good candidate.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT06966245RecruitingPhase 3
Oil for severe breast pain in premenopausal women
This trial tests whether an oil applied to the breast can reduce severe breast pain in premenopausal women. If you have had breast pain for at least six months and it is not caused by the chest wall, this study may be a good fit.
GuangzhouAges 18–60 - NCT06963671Enrolling by invitation
Blood flow restriction therapy for ulnar-sided wrist pain
This study tests using a blood pressure cuff during hand therapy to see if it helps reduce ulnar-sided wrist pain and improve hand function.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06965595Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy after gynecological abdominal surgery
This trial tests different physiotherapy methods to see which helps most with recovery after gynecological abdominal surgery. It may be a good fit if you've recently had a hysterectomy or similar surgery and want to improve your recovery.
KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06965452Recruiting
Embolization for back pain from worn-out facet joints
This study tests if a minimally invasive procedure, called trans-arterial embolization, can reduce low back pain caused by aging facet joints (facet arthropathy). It may help people who haven't found relief from other treatments like injections or nerve blocks.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–85
Common questions
- How many pain clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,578 recruiting pain medicine studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 6,493 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Pain” cover here?
- Chronic and acute pain, and the conditions that cause it. We group each study into pain 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 pain trial near me?
- Use the search to filter pain 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.