Pain medicine
Pain clinical trials
Chronic and acute pain, and the conditions that cause it. We’re tracking 3,580 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,955
- Phase 4240
- Phase 2129
- Phase 3103
- Phase 194
- Phase 2/Phase 337
- Phase 1/Phase 222
Top conditions
Leading sponsors
- Riphah International University84
- Cairo University61
- Beijing Tiantan Hospital34
- Tanta University34
- 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
- Florida65
- Massachusetts65
- Texas51
- Illinois40
- North Carolina40
- Maryland39
- Ohio39
- Minnesota37
Recruiting studies3,580 total
- NCT04321408Recruiting
Study of ziconotide pain treatment in routine care
This study follows adults with severe, long-lasting pain that has not responded to other treatments, to see how the pain medicine ziconotide works in everyday clinical practice. You may be considered if you’re being evaluated for an implanted pain-delivery system that gives ziconotide into the spinal fluid.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06664177Recruiting
Pain block comparison for hernia surgery
This trial compares two nerve-block techniques (Quadratus Lumborum block vs. Transversalis Fascia block) to control pain after inguinal hernia surgery. It aims to find which method provides better pain relief and recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06660901Recruiting
Study on cannabis use and vomiting in emergency rooms
This study looks at patients who come to the ER with belly pain or vomiting and uses cannabis, to better understand a condition called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (severe nausea and vomiting caused by long-term cannabis use). If you're eligible, you'll answer a few questions to help doctors learn more.
AngersAges 18–65 - NCT06661850Recruiting
New imaging test to guide lower back surgery decisions
This study tests a new imaging tool called Nociscan to see if it helps doctors decide who will benefit from lumbar spine surgery for low back pain. It may help predict surgical outcomes and guide treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT06659991RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Pain and daily tasks in jaw joint disorder
This study tests how pain from a jaw joint disorder (TMD) affects your ability to do daily tasks. You'll track your pain and activities on your smartphone to help researchers understand the link.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21–65 - NCT06660186Recruiting
Sternal plating for high-risk heart surgery patients
This study looks at whether using special metal plates to close the breastbone after heart surgery can help people at higher risk for slow healing. It may be an option if you have multiple risk factors like diabetes, heavy smoking related lung disease, or obesity.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–89 - NCT06658821Enrolling by invitation
Study of LDL557 for knee arthritis in older adults
This trial tests whether a supplement called LDL557 can improve early-stage knee arthritis in people over 65. It aims to reduce pain and slow joint damage.
TaichungAges 45–80 - NCT06666985RecruitingPhase 4
Spinal morphine for pain relief after major abdominal surgery
This trial tests whether a single injection of morphine into the fluid around the spine can provide better pain relief after planned laparoscopic or robotic abdominal surgery. If you are having one of several types of major abdominal surgery that lasts at least 2 hours and requires a hospital stay of at least 1 day, this study may be an option.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06663956RecruitingPhase 3
Web app for cancer pain management study
This trial tests whether a special website or app can help people with cancer do a better job managing their pain. If you have moderate or severe cancer pain that needs morphine and you can use a simple app to track your symptoms, this may help you feel better.
Chengdu, SichuanAges Any age - NCT06653803Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain after chest wall surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (rhomboid intercostal and retrolaminar) to see which provides better pain relief after a type of chest surgery called thoracoscopic sympathectomy. If you are having this surgery, you may be eligible to join.
Damanhūr, El-BeheiraAges 18–60 - NCT06655337Recruiting
Testing a smartphone app for managing hospital discharge
This study tests whether a smartphone app called Medidux helps you manage your symptoms and discharge from the hospital if you came in with coughing, back pain, or belly discomfort. You'll use the app to report how you're feeling, and the care team can check in with you after you leave.
Horgen, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06650631Recruiting
Heat treatment for knee pain from arthritis
This study tests if a heat treatment device can help reduce knee pain caused by arthritis. It involves people with moderate pain who can walk without help and have a recent knee X-ray.
Gravesano, SwitzerlandAges 19–69 - NCT06647615Recruiting
Virtual reality for stomach pain in Crohn's disease
This study tests if using a virtual reality (VR) program can help reduce stomach pain in people with Crohn's disease that is not currently active. You will try the VR experience and report how your pain changes.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06655844Recruiting
Sana Device for chronic pain from Lyme disease
This study tests the Sana device—a special light and sound tool—to see if it can help reduce chronic nerve pain in people with Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome. You may be able to join if you have ongoing nerve pain after Lyme treatment and meet a few basic health and medication rules.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03513731Recruiting
Regenerative fat cell injection for facet joint arthritis pain
This trial tests whether injecting regenerative cells made from your body’s fat can reduce pain from facet joint osteoarthritis in the low back. It focuses on people whose pain has lasted months and did not improve with standard care, after a positive diagnostic injection test.
Deerfield Beach, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06639984RecruitingPhase 2
Psyllium for kids with IBS
This study tests if psyllium, a fiber supplement, helps reduce belly pain and other symptoms in children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It may be an option if standard treatments haven't worked well.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 12–17 - NCT06636331Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief after hip surgery: comparing two numbing methods
This trial compares two ways to numb the hip and thigh area after a specific type of hip surgery (cephalomedullary nailing). One method uses a continuous nerve block above the hip bone, and the other uses a continuous epidural. The goal is to find which offers better pain control.
Denpasar, BaliAges 18–65 - NCT06639438Recruiting
Sensory outcomes in people who use opioids
This study looks at how opioids affect the senses in people having planned surgery. Researchers want to compare patients who use opioids (for pain or addiction) with those who don't, to see if there are differences in sensation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06632535Recruiting
Group visits and chiropractic care for older adults with chronic spine pain
This study tests whether group medical visits combined with chiropractic care can help older adults with chronic neck or back pain. If you join, you'll receive chiropractic treatments and attend group visits to learn pain management strategies.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06636864Enrolling by invitation
Morphine injection for better recovery after colon cancer surgery
This trial tests if giving a single injection of morphine into the spinal fluid can improve how well you feel and recover after laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer. The morphine is given through a spinal needle before surgery, and it may help control pain during and after the procedure.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05780021Recruiting
Support program for long-term low back pain after rehab
This trial tests whether a structured motivational support program can help people with long-term low back pain after they finish a rehab program. It may help you stay motivated and improve your day-to-day progress after treatment.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06626503RecruitingPhase 3
Pain medicine study for children having spine surgery
This study tests a pain medicine (methadone) for children and teens having spine fusion surgery for scoliosis. It aims to see if it helps control pain safely.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 10–18 - NCT06626035RecruitingPhase 3
Pain Medicine Study for Children Having Heart Surgery
This study tests a pain medicine for children having heart surgery. It aims to see if the medicine works well and is safe for managing pain after the operation.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 3–18 - NCT06618820Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Extended tranexamic acid after knee replacement
This trial tests whether taking tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps blood clot) for several days after knee replacement surgery reduces bleeding and improves recovery. It may help patients who have a standard knee replacement and are not on blood thinners.
Germantown, TennesseeAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many pain clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,580 recruiting pain medicine studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 6,510 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.