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
- NCT07490366Recruiting
Exercise vs needle treatment for shoulder muscle pain
This study compares three treatments for long-term shoulder muscle pain: exercises, dry needling (tiny needles into tight muscle spots), and a numbing shot between muscle layers. It aims to find which works best for myofascial pain syndrome.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–55 - NCT07494214RecruitingPhase 1
Study on MDMA for pain relief in healthy people
This trial tests if a single dose of MDMA can reduce pain caused by heat or pressure in healthy volunteers. It aims to see if MDMA might help with certain types of pain that are hard to treat.
BaselAges 18–75 - NCT07496099Recruiting
Comparing two muscle-release therapies for low back pain
This study compares two types of gentle muscle-release techniques—post-isometric relaxation and myofascial release—to see which better relieves low back pain caused by lower cross syndrome, a common muscle imbalance. If you have ongoing back pain and tight hamstrings, this trial may offer a drug-free treatment option.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - NCT07495761Recruiting
Central sensitization signs in adults with autism
This study looks at whether adults with autism (without intellectual disability) experience central sensitization, a condition where the nervous system becomes overly sensitive to stimuli. It aims to understand how common this is and why it matters for treatment.
Grenoble, IsereAges 18 years+ - NCT07490938Recruiting
Acupuncture for joint pain from breast cancer hormone therapy
This trial compares two types of acupuncture (electroacupuncture and ear acupressure) with standard care to see if they can help relieve joint pain caused by hormone therapy for breast cancer. It may be a good option if you have ongoing joint pain and are continuing hormone therapy.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT07498140Recruiting
Epidural steroid injection for leg and back pain
This study is testing a treatment that involves an injection to reduce nerve-related leg and back pain. It looks at how much information about the procedure affects a patient's outlook and pain relief.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07496983Recruiting
Using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for tennis elbow
This study tests a treatment for tennis elbow called platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which uses your own blood to help the tendon heal. It looks at who benefits most from a PRP injection given within the last 48 hours.
PloemeurAges 18 years+ - NCT07491146RecruitingPhase 2
Study of HSK55718 for pain after abdominal surgery
This trial tests a new medicine, HSK55718, to see if it safely reduces pain after planned abdominal surgery. It is for adults who have moderate or severe pain after surgery and are otherwise in good health.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT07494734Enrolling by invitation
Manual therapy for neck pain, disability, and quality of life
This study tests whether manual therapy (hands-on techniques) can reduce neck pain, improve daily function, and enhance quality of life for people with long-term neck pain.
Kocaeli, GebzeAges 18–65 - NCT07496632Recruiting
Scalp Numbing for Brain Surgery: Pain and Stability Study
This trial tests whether a numbing injection around the scalp (called a scalp block) can help keep your blood pressure and heart rate stable during brain surgery and reduce pain after surgery. It is for people having a planned craniotomy (surgery that opens the skull) on the upper part of the brain.
DhakaAges 18–64 - NCT07497425Recruiting
Exercise and Immune Response in Chronic Back Pain
This study looks at how a single session of exercise affects your immune system and nervous system. It may help researchers find new ways to treat chronic low back pain.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–75 - NCT07497711RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Virtual treatment for menstrual cramps
This study tests a virtual (app-based) approach to help manage menstrual cramps. It is for people with regular periods who have moderate to severe cramp pain and want to try a non-medication option.
SingaporeAges 16–35 - NCT07496034RecruitingPhase 3
Gou-Teng-San for frequent migraines
This study tests a Chinese herbal formula called Gou-Teng-San (GTS) for preventing episodic migraines. It is for adults who have frequent migraines but have not tried many prevention medicines.
Taichung, SouthAges 18–70 - NCT06507345Recruiting
Non-opioid pain relief after breast surgery
This trial tests whether non-opioid pain medicines can effectively control pain after mastectomy or lumpectomy, allowing you to go home the same day without needing strong opioids.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06649383RecruitingPhase 4
Virtual reality for relaxation during surgery
This trial tests if virtual reality (VR) can help people over 65 relax or manage pain without medication during surgery with local or regional anesthesia.
Alingsås, Västra Götaland CountyAges 65 years+ - NCT06422793Recruiting
Does a stomach tube reduce nausea after jaw surgery?
This study tests whether using a thin tube through the nose into the stomach during jaw surgery helps reduce nausea and vomiting after the operation. It's for people having certain types of jaw surgery to correct bite or facial problems.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 16 years+ - NCT05697159Recruiting
7-tesla brain MRI to study how filgotinib eases RA pain
This trial uses a very high-strength brain MRI to understand how the RA medicine filgotinib may reduce pain. If you have active rheumatoid arthritis and can safely complete the scan, the study may help researchers better target pain relief in RA.
GlasgowAges 18–74 - NCT06765278Recruiting
Nerve block comparison for shoulder surgery pain relief
This trial compares three different types of nerve blocks to manage pain after shoulder arthroscopy. The goal is to find which block works best for reducing pain and improving recovery.
CairoAges 18–70 - NCT07489573RecruitingPhase 4
Study of secukinumab for Chinese adults with moderate-to-severe HS
This study tests if a drug called secukinumab (a self-injected biologic) is safe and effective for adults with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in China. It may help reduce the number of painful HS lesions.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07488936Recruiting
How low back pain types affect pain and quality of life after failed back surgery
This study looks at how different types of low back pain affect pain severity and quality of life in people who still have pain after back surgery. It aims to help doctors better understand and treat your pain.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18 years+ - NCT07485426Enrolling by invitation
Activity and pain management for teens with chronic pain
This study tests an online program to help teens manage chronic pain and improve daily functioning. It uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to build coping skills and reduce suffering.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 13–19 - NCT06638645Recruiting
Hospital stay after keyhole lung surgery
This study looks at how long people stay in the hospital after keyhole surgery to remove a part of the lung. It aims to find out what affects recovery time.
BrugesAges 18 years+ - NCT07486232Enrolling by invitation
Neck pain relief with posture exercises and taping
This study tests whether combining postural exercises with taping can help people with long-term neck pain who work at a desk. It aims to find a simple way to reduce pain and improve comfort.
IstanbulAges 25–55 - NCT07485387Recruiting
Korean cognitive aging study using smartphone app
This study looks at how thinking and memory change as people get older. It uses a smartphone app to track these changes over time in healthy older adults living in South Korea.
Seoul, Select One...Ages 60 years+
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.