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
- NCT07198412Recruiting
Study on sedation's effect on back pain after spinal anesthesia
This study looks at whether giving sedation (medicine to help you relax) during spinal anesthesia can reduce back pain after surgery. It's for people having certain types of surgery on their lower abdomen or legs.
Banhā, Qalyubia GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07196787Recruiting
Exercise program for people starting isotretinoin
This trial tests whether a guided exercise program helps people taking isotretinoin—a strong acne medication—manage side effects and feel better. If you're starting isotretinoin for the first time and are not currently a regular exerciser, you may be able to join.
UşakAges 18–35 - NCT07203040Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound therapy for neck pain relief and muscle stiffness
This trial tests if a gentle ultrasound treatment can reduce neck pain and stiffness. It may be an option if you have ongoing neck pain and haven't had neck procedures recently.
ErzurumAges 18–50 - NCT07200544RecruitingPhase 4
Meloxicam for skin cancer surgery pain
This study tests if meloxicam, an anti-inflammatory painkiller, helps control pain after Mohs surgery for skin cancer. It aims to reduce the need for stronger opioid pain medicines.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18–110 - NCT07197879Recruiting
Does dynamic sitting prevent pain in office workers?
This study tests if a special swivel mechanism for office chairs can reduce or prevent back pain in people who sit a lot at work. It is for office workers who already develop pain during prolonged sitting.
Linz, Upper AustriaAges 18–65 - NCT07197710Recruiting
Imagined acupuncture for pain after spine surgery
This trial tests if imagining acupuncture, guided by a video, can help reduce pain after spinal surgery. It is for adults having their first spine surgery on one or two bones.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07195045Recruiting
Thai PainPREDICT validation study for diabetes nerve pain
This study tests a tool (PainPREDICT) to predict nerve pain in people with diabetes. It aims to identify those at risk so treatment can start early.
Pathum Wan, BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT07194967Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Pain Relief During Labor
This trial tests whether using virtual reality can help reduce pain and anxiety during labor. If you are having a low-risk pregnancy and plan a vaginal delivery, you may be able to use a VR headset during contractions to distract from pain.
Ben ArousAges 18–45 - NCT07194239Recruiting
Lifestyle medicine for chronic pain in older adults
This trial tests if lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can reduce chronic muscle or joint pain in older adults. It focuses on people with long-lasting pain from conditions like arthritis.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07196657Recruiting
Testing pregabalin and crisugabalin for fibromyalgia pain
This trial is testing two medications, pregabalin and crisugabalin, to see how safe and effective they are for people with fibromyalgia who have not yet tried prescription treatments. You may qualify if your pain is moderate to severe and nondrug approaches haven't helped enough.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06621914Recruiting
Blood flow restriction training for military with leg injuries
This trial tests a low-weight exercise program using a special cuff on the leg (blood flow restriction) to see if it helps military personnel recover from leg injuries faster. It could be an option if pain is stopping you from doing normal rehab.
Loughborough, LeicestershireAges 18–55 - NCT06934421Recruiting
A new approach for knee radiofrequency ablation
This trial tests a revised method for radiofrequency ablation to treat chronic knee pain from severe osteoarthritis (KL grade III or IV). It aims to see if the procedure can help patients who haven't gotten relief from standard treatments like physical therapy, painkillers, and steroid injections.
FaroAges 18 years+ - NCT07190807Recruiting
Optimizing spinal cord stimulation for chronic back and leg pain
This trial tests if a spinal cord stimulator with a new way of adjusting electrical settings (called independent current control) can better manage chronic pain in the back, trunk, or limbs. The goal is to find more effective sequences to reduce pain and improve daily life.
Greenwood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07185594RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of a new pain drug after abdominal surgery
This trial tests a new medication called HRS-2129 for managing pain after abdominal surgery. It is for adults who will have moderate to severe pain after their operation, and aims to see if the drug can help control that pain safely.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT07191067Recruiting
Study of NOVABLOC system for knee replacement pain
This trial tests a new device called the NOVABLOC system to see if it helps control pain during and after knee replacement surgery. It is for people with osteoarthritis who are having their first knee replacement on one knee.
Daphne, AlabamaAges 21 years+ - NCT06670768Recruiting
Comparing two heart imaging tests for blocked arteries
This trial compares two heart imaging tests (SPECT and coronary CTA) to see if a newer method gives a clearer picture of blood flow. If you have been referred for one of these tests, you may be able to help by also having the other test done at no extra risk.
Budapest, BudapestAges 18 years+ - NCT06817239Recruiting
Low-dose esketamine for preventing confusion after surgery in older adults
This study tests whether a low dose of the medicine esketamine can help prevent confusion after surgery in older adults at higher risk. You may qualify if you are 65 or older, planning a major non-cardiac surgery, and have certain health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 65–90 - NCT07184463Recruiting
Pain reduction after lung surgery using different robot methods
This trial compares three ways to do robotic lung surgery to see which one causes less pain afterward. If you are having lung surgery, it may help your recovery be more comfortable.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07190456Recruiting
Study on fear of movement after ACL surgery
This study looks at different types of fear people might feel after ACL surgery, especially when doing jumping tasks. It aims to help understand these fears better so rehab can be improved.
Caparica, AlmadaAges 18–35 - NCT07193095Recruiting
Comparing two brief pain relief programs for chronic pain
This study compares two brief programs (mindfulness skills vs. pain relief education) to see which helps adults with chronic muscle or joint pain feel better. You would attend one or two sessions and complete short questionnaires, all from home.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07185750Recruiting
Pain Catastrophizing in Parents of Children with JIA
This study looks at how parents of children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) think about and react to pain. It aims to understand how parents' worry about pain might affect their child's experience.
Çankaya, AnkaraAges 7–18 - NCT07187219Recruiting
TMS for nerve pain in cancer patients
This trial tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation, can reduce chronic nerve pain caused by cancer or its treatment. It may help patients who have not found relief from standard pain medications.
Saint-EtienneAges 18–85 - NCT07189819Recruiting
Closed-loop FES system for improving walking after stroke
This study tests a new electrical stimulation system that adapts in real time to help people who have had a stroke walk better. It may improve your step and make walking feel more natural.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–90 - NCT07191873RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide for treating high pressure in the brain
This trial tests if tirzepatide can help lower the pressure inside your skull caused by a condition called Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. It's designed for people with a BMI of 30 or higher who have swelling of the optic nerve.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–60
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.