Pain medicine
Pain clinical trials
Chronic and acute pain, and the conditions that cause it. We’re tracking 3,749 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,095
- Phase 4251
- Phase 2145
- Phase 3104
- Phase 197
- Phase 2/Phase 335
- Phase 1/Phase 222
Top conditions
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University96
- Cairo University62
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital34
- Ain Shams University32
- Tanta University30
- Foundation University Islamabad27
- Mayo Clinic26
- Stanford University24
- VA Office of Research and Development22
- Hacettepe University20
Where studies are running
- California158
- New York80
- Massachusetts68
- Florida65
- Texas52
- Ohio48
- Maryland42
- Minnesota41
- North Carolina38
- Illinois37
Recruiting studies3,748 total
- NCT06859723RecruitingPhase 1
Effects of high potency cannabis on daily users
This study tests how high potency cannabis affects mood, thinking, and pain sensitivity in people who smoke cannabis almost every day. It will help researchers understand both immediate and long-lasting effects.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - NCT06861920RecruitingPhase 4
NSAID use for painful periods to prevent chronic pelvic pain
This study tests whether using NSAIDs (like naproxen) for painful periods can help prevent chronic pelvic pain later on. It's for people with regular, painful periods who are otherwise healthy.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18–35 - NCT06862609Recruiting
Pain relief block for inguinal hernia surgery
This study tests a nerve block called QIPB to reduce pain after laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. It is for adults having planned surgery on one side under general anesthesia.
KonyaAges 18–65 - NCT06863636RecruitingPhase 3
Combination painkiller vs celecoxib for osteoarthritis flare-ups
This study tests whether a combination of two pain relievers (celecoxib and acetaminophen) works better than celecoxib alone for sudden, severe osteoarthritis pain in the knee or hip.
Mexico CityAges 40 years+ - NCT06864234RecruitingPhase 4
Beta-blockers for chest pain without blocked arteries
This trial tests if beta-blocker medication improves blood flow and reduces resistance in the tiny blood vessels of the heart in people who have chest pain but no major blockages in their arteries.
Aalst, FlandersAges 18 years+ - NCT06864884RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of ARC-001 for wisdom teeth removal
This trial tests a new medicine called ARC-001 in people who are scheduled to have their wisdom teeth taken out. The goal is to see if it's safe and how it affects pain and healing.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–55 - NCT06866054Recruiting
A block for shoulder surgery pain relief
This trial tests a nerve block to reduce pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. It might help you have less pain and recovery time after the procedure.
Istanbul, BagcilarAges 18–75 - NCT06869668Recruiting
Chronic low back pain and quality of life study
This study looks at how long-term back pain affects your daily life, physical abilities, and how you feel about moving. It aims to find links between pain, fear of movement, and overall well-being.
Istanbul, BuyukcekmeceAges 18–50 - NCT06869928Recruiting
Pain and irritability pathway for children with neurological conditions
This study tests a special care plan for children who have both a significant neurological condition and unexplained pain or irritability. The goal is to help families and doctors work together to better understand and manage these distressing symptoms.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 6 months–18 years - NCT06872437RecruitingPhase 3
Study of pudendal nerve injections for nerve pain treatment
This trial tests if a numbing injection into the pudendal nerve can reduce pain after one month. It's for people with pudendal neuralgia that hasn't improved with medication.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06873113Recruiting
Blood flow therapy for shoulder pain
This study tests a new type of physical therapy that uses a blood pressure cuff to gently limit blood flow to the arm during exercise. It may help people with shoulder pain from subacromial impingement (a common cause of shoulder pain) regain function.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT06873893Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain relief after mastectomy surgery
This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after a mastectomy. The blocks are injected near the chest wall to numb the area during and after surgery.
Cairo , AbbassyaAges 35–65 - NCT06874816Recruiting
Neck pain, teeth grinding, and mouth behaviors study
This trial looks at how chronic neck pain is linked to teeth grinding (bruxism) and other mouth-related habits. It aims to see if muscle thickness in your jaw is related to your neck pain.
Istanbul, BeylikdüzüAges 18–65 - NCT06875804Recruiting
Compressive release for knee cap tracking in knee pain
This trial tests a hands-on therapy called compressive myofascial release for the muscle on the outside of your thigh. It aims to see if it helps with kneecap tracking problems that cause pain during daily activities.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT06875856Recruiting
Cailliet and Kendall exercises for neck pain relief
This study compares two types of exercises to see which is better at reducing long-lasting neck pain. If you have had moderate neck pain for over 3 months without arm pain, this may help you find the best way to feel better.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT06877481Recruiting
Turkish version of a pain measure for older adults
This study is testing a Turkish version of a short pain questionnaire designed for older adults with chronic pain. It aims to make sure the questionnaire works properly for Turkish-speaking patients.
Istanbul, BaşakşehirAges 65 years+ - NCT06877767Recruiting
Graston vs Active Release for low back pain in women
This study compares two non-surgical hand techniques (Graston tool and Active Release Technique) to see which works better for reducing low back pain in women. If you have had low back pain for at least 3 months, you may be able to join and get free treatment.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–50 - NCT06884332Recruiting
Spinal radiation for bone pain from cancer
This trial tests a specific type of radiation therapy for bone pain caused by cancer that has spread to the spine. It aims to improve pain relief and quality of life.
Brest, BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT06886906Recruiting
Movement and Pain in Older Adults
This study explores how movement and physical activity relate to pain in older adults with muscle or joint pain. It could help you understand your pain patterns and find better ways to manage them.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 55–85 - NCT06887153Recruiting
Pain medicine use after major surgery
This study looks at how different pain medicines are used together after major surgery and how well they control pain. It may help improve pain relief for people having planned bone, belly, or chest surgeries.
KampalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06888791Recruiting
Hydro dissection for frozen shoulder: ultrasound vs X-ray guidance
This trial compares two ways to guide a fluid injection for frozen shoulder—one using ultrasound and one using X-ray. The goal is to see which technique works better to reduce pain and improve movement.
AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT06890000Recruiting
Scapular exercises for shoulder pain relief
This trial tests if special exercises for the shoulder blade (scapula) can reduce shoulder pain better than standard exercises. It is for people with shoulder pain that has lasted at least one month and who have a shoulder blade that moves incorrectly.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT06889987Recruiting
Pain block comparison for kidney surgery patients
This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided pain blocks for cancer patients having a kidney removed. It aims to find which block provides better pain control after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT06891625Recruiting
Movement performance in people with chronic back pain
This study looks at how people with long-term back pain move. It aims to understand movement patterns in chronic back pain, which could help design better treatments.
HuddingeAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many pain clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,749 recruiting pain medicine studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 6,811 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.