Pain medicine
Pain clinical trials
Chronic and acute pain, and the conditions that cause it. We’re tracking 3,756 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable3,101
- Phase 4252
- 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 University31
- Tanta University29
- Mayo Clinic28
- Foundation University Islamabad26
- Stanford University24
- VA Office of Research and Development22
- Hacettepe University20
Where studies are running
- California160
- New York81
- Massachusetts68
- Florida63
- Texas52
- Ohio48
- Maryland42
- Minnesota42
- North Carolina38
- Illinois37
Recruiting studies3,755 total
- NCT07351812Recruiting
Two treatments for jaw muscle pain
This study compares two different treatments for people who have pain in their jaw muscles (not the joint itself). It aims to find which treatment works better for muscle-related temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
AlexandriaAges 18–45 - NCT07268118RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief for cervical ripening balloon in labor
This study tests if using lidocaine gel on the cervix before placing a ripening balloon can reduce pain for pregnant women at full term. It may help women who want this balloon to start labor feel more comfortable.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07315646Recruiting
Pain from IUD insertion: traditional vs. ultrasound-guided
This study tests if using ultrasound during IUD (intrauterine system) insertion reduces pain compared to the standard method. If you are getting a Kyleena or Mirena IUD, your experience may help improve comfort for other women.
GhentAges 18–60 - NCT07243327Recruiting
Shockwave therapy vs standard rehab for hip pain
This trial compares two treatments—shockwave therapy and conventional physical therapy—for long-lasting pain on the outside of the hip, often called trochanteric pain syndrome. It aims to find which option works better for people whose hip pain has persisted for months.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07231926Recruiting
Spinal morphine for recovery after keyhole lung surgery
This trial tests whether giving a small dose of morphine into the fluid around the spinal cord (intrathecal) can improve pain relief and recovery after keyhole lung surgery. It aims to help patients feel better faster and have fewer complications.
ErzurumAges 18–70 - NCT07232511Recruiting
Cuff-assisted exercise for shoulder pain
This study tests whether using a blood pressure cuff during gentle shoulder exercises can help reduce pain and improve movement. It is for people with ongoing shoulder pain related to the rotator cuff (the muscles and tendons that help lift and rotate your arm).
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT07241559Recruiting
Low back pain treatment study: injection and mobilization
This study tests two treatments for chronic low back pain: a special injection of dextrose (a sugar solution) guided by ultrasound, and a technique to mobilize the fascia (connective tissue) in the lower back. It aims to see if these help people who haven't found relief from standard treatments.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65 - NCT07204288Recruiting
Lumbar and sacroiliac fusion study for people with previous implants
This study looks at how well certain Spinal Simplicity implants work over time for people who have already received them. You must have received a specific implant between 2022 and 2025 to qualify.
Overland Park, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07219498Recruiting
Probiotics for muscle soreness after exercise
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic supplement for 5 weeks can reduce muscle soreness after exercise. If you exercise regularly and are generally healthy, you may be able to join.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–30 - NCT07141459Recruiting
Laser disinfection for failed root canal treatment
This trial tests if using a special laser (810 nm diode) to disinfect the tooth after a second root canal treatment can reduce pain and inflammation. It aims to help patients whose previous root canal failed and who have a small infection around the tooth root.
CairoAges 20–40 - NCT07133724Recruiting
Digital health study for lumbar spine wear and tear
This study uses digital tools to measure how lumbar degeneration affects walking. It aims to find early signs of spine problems in people without current back pain.
TaipeiAges 50–80 - NCT07135817Recruiting
Pre-surgery radiation for spinal tumors
This trial tests whether giving focused radiation before surgery can improve treatment for spinal tumors that have spread from other cancers. It may help people who need surgery for a spinal tumor and have a life expectancy of more than 6 months.
GöttingenAges 18 years+ - NCT07141589Recruiting
Comparing pain relievers added to numbing for eye surgery
This study compares two medicines (fentanyl and ketorolac) added to the numbing injection used during eye surgery. The goal is to see which one works better to reduce pain and make the surgery more comfortable.
CairoAges 18 years+ - NCT07163117Recruiting
Back exercises for female university students with back pain
This study tests two different types of back exercises to see which works better for reducing mechanical low back pain (pain not caused by injury or disease) in female university students. It may help you find a good exercise routine if you have had this type of back pain for a while.
CairoAges 18–24 - NCT07133269Recruiting
Care coach support for advanced cancer patients having surgery
This study tests a new care model where a care coach helps coordinate surgery, cancer treatment, and palliative support for people with advanced cancer. It aims to make recovery easier and improve quality of life.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT07157319Recruiting
Zadek osteotomy for Haglund's syndrome
This trial tests a surgery called Zadek osteotomy for people with Haglund's syndrome (a painful heel condition). It may help those who haven't gotten better after at least six months of non-surgical treatments.
SohagAges 18–60 - NCT07026786Recruiting
Mindfulness for recovery after colorectal surgery
This study tests whether adding mindfulness sessions to your standard recovery plan helps you heal better after bowel surgery. You'll use a phone or tablet app to guide your mindfulness practice during your hospital stay.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07621367Recruiting
Gut oxygen therapy for bowel problems from low oxygen
This trial tests a treatment that delivers oxygen directly to the gut through a small tube. It is for people with long-term heart failure or sleep apnea who also have belly pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07696923Recruiting
Treating frozen shoulder with microembolization or steroid injection
This trial compares two treatments for frozen shoulder: a new procedure that blocks tiny blood vessels (TAME) and a steroid injection. You must have had shoulder pain for at least a month and be willing to do physical therapy.
TaipeiAges 18–80 - NCT06892496Recruiting
Healing after palate graft: comparing protection methods
This trial compares different ways to protect the roof of your mouth after a small tissue graft is taken to cover exposed roots or gum recession. It aims to find which method reduces pain and helps healing.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06671925Recruiting
Support program for chronic pain and loneliness in older adults
This trial tests a program led by community health workers to help older adults manage chronic pain and reduce loneliness. It aims to improve your well-being through support and guidance.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 60 years+ - NCT06869967Recruiting
Pain Control After Ear Surgery (Mastoidectomy)
This study tests a pain-blocking injection to reduce pain after a specific type of ear surgery (mastoidectomy). It may help you feel less pain after your operation.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06800209RecruitingPhase 2
Pain Reprocessing Therapy for ongoing knee pain after replacement
This study tests if Pain Reprocessing Therapy can help reduce knee pain that continues 3 months after a knee replacement. It uses a telehealth approach so you can participate from home.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT05720065RecruitingPhase 2
Testing botulinum toxin A for jaw muscle pain
This trial studies whether botulinum toxin A (a type of muscle-relaxing medicine) can reduce jaw muscle pain and help explain why it happens. It focuses on people with specific jaw muscle pain patterns and tests outcomes after injection/biopsy.
Huddinge, Stockholm CountyAges 20–45
Common questions
- How many pain clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 3,756 recruiting pain medicine studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 6,776 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.