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Intrathecal clinical trials
We’re tracking 102 recruiting studies that include Intrathecal, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06823349RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief study for normal labor
This trial compares a single injection of pain medicine into the spinal fluid to other methods during normal labor. It aims to see how well it works for women in active labor with a single, full-term baby in head-down position.
AswānAges Any age - NCT06606574Recruiting
Baclofen pump for children with cerebral palsy and dystonia
This study tests if a pump that delivers baclofen directly into the spinal fluid can help children with cerebral palsy who have severe dystonia (uncontrolled muscle tightness). It looks at how well the treatment works and tracks progress over time.
Houston, TexasAges Up to 17 years - 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+ - NCT06663306RecruitingPhase 1
Intrathecal pemetrexed and bevacizumab for lung cancer brain spread
This trial tests a treatment given directly into the fluid around the brain and spinal cord (intrathecal injection) using two drugs—pemetrexed and bevacizumab—for people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to that area (leptomeningeal metastases). It may be an option if your current treatment is no longer working.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT06609889RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for Lafora disease in young people
This trial tests an experimental drug called ION283, given by a lumbar puncture (spinal tap), to see if it is safe and can help with Lafora disease symptoms. It is for patients aged 10 to 18 with a confirmed genetic diagnosis.
Dallas, TexasAges 10–18 - NCT06593665RecruitingPhase 3
Morphine in spine vs. IV methadone for testicular cancer surgery pain
This trial compares two ways to manage pain after surgery for testicular cancer: a single injection of morphine into the spine (intrathecal morphine) vs. methadone given through an IV during surgery. The goal is to see which provides better pain relief and fewer side effects.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–80 - NCT06525740RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two pain medicines for gynecologic cancer surgery
This trial compares two different pain medicines (methadone given by mouth or IV vs. hydromorphone given through a spinal injection) after surgery for gynecologic cancer. It aims to find which option provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT06462092RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sacituzumab Govitecan and Spinal Chemo for Breast Cancer Spread to Spinal Fluid
This trial tests a combination of a targeted antibody-drug (sacituzumab govitecan) and chemotherapy given into the spinal fluid. It is for people with HER2-negative breast cancer that has spread to the membranes around the brain and spinal cord (leptomeningeal metastases). The goal is to see if this treatment can help control the cancer in the central nervous system.
Huizhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06431685RecruitingPhase 1
Brain radiation, immunotherapy, and chemo for lung cancer spread
This trial tests a combination of low-dose radiation to the whole brain, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy given through a lumbar puncture. It is for people with lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and has not responded to standard treatments.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06430385RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ION440 for MECP2 Duplication Syndrome
This trial tests an experimental medicine called ION440 for people with MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. The medicine is given as an injection into the spinal fluid, and the study aims to check its safety and how well it works.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 2–65 - NCT05658640RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing trametinib and steroid plus chemo for relapsed blood cancers
This early-phase trial tests whether adding trametinib and dexamethasone to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for children whose blood cancer has come back or did not respond. Because it is a Phase 1/2 study, the main goal is to see safety and learn the best way to treat your specific cancer type.
ViennaAges 1–21 - NCT05751044RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of four medicines for children with difficult blood cancers
This Phase 1/2 trial tests a combination of medicines (dasatinib, venetoclax, dexamethasone, cyclophosphamide, and cytarabine) in children and teens whose blood cancer has come back or did not respond to treatment. It aims to see whether this approach can control the cancer while checking what doses are safe.
ViennaAges 1–21 - NCT05745714RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted triple-combination treatment for children with relapsed blood cancers
This Phase 1/2 study tests a multi-drug combination (ruxolitinib, venetoclax, dexamethasone, plus chemotherapy) for children whose blood cancer has come back or did not respond. It aims to reduce the cancer by targeting specific genetic changes and may offer a new option when standard treatments have not worked.
ViennaAges 1–21 - NCT06390319RecruitingPhase 2
Adding dasatinib or venetoclax for children with T-cell leukemia or lymphoma
This trial tests whether adding either dasatinib or venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for children aged 1 to 18 with newly diagnosed T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, lymphoblastic lymphoma, or mixed phenotype acute leukemia. It compares the effects of these added drugs to help doctors find better treatment options.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT06296745RecruitingPhase 2
Pemetrexed in spinal fluid for lung cancer that spread to brain lining
This trial tests a drug called pemetrexed, given directly into the fluid around the spinal cord (intrathecal), for people with lung cancer that has spread to the brain and spinal cord lining and is no longer controlled by the targeted therapy osimertinib.
Huizhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06289673RecruitingPhase 4
Collecting info to start treatment for new leukemia or lymphoma
This study gathers key health information at the start of treatment for children and teens newly diagnosed with certain types of leukemia or lymphoma. The goal is to find the best way to begin therapy right away, without waiting for extra tests.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT06284642RecruitingPhase 4
Drain and clot-dissolving medicine for severe aneurysm bleeding
This trial tests whether placing a small drain in the lower back and giving a clot-dissolving medicine (urokinase) into the fluid around the brain can help people recover from a severe bleeding stroke caused by a brain aneurysm. It is for patients who are treated quickly after the bleed.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06206044Enrolling by invitation
Evaluating typical spinal blocks for cesarean delivery
This study looks at how well the standard spinal block works for cesarean sections. It aims to understand the typical effects to improve care for patients having a C-section.
Portland, OregonAges 15–55 - NCT06177067RecruitingPhase 1
Study of 3 drugs for young AML patients with genetic changes
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (revumenib, azacitidine, and venetoclax) for children and young adults with a hard-to-treat type of leukemia that has a specific genetic change. The goal is to see if this new mix can help when standard treatments have not worked.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 1–30 - NCT06150716RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for Pelizaeus Merzbacher disease in boys
This trial is testing an experimental drug (ION356) given by a lumbar puncture to see if it is safe and how it works in boys with Pelizaeus Merzbacher disease (PMD). The drug is designed to target the genetic cause of PMD.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 2–17 - NCT06132698RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy injected into spinal fluid for lung cancer that has spread to the brain lining
This trial tests giving an immunotherapy drug directly into the spinal fluid for people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain or spinal cord. The goal is to see if this approach can help control the cancer while allowing you to continue other treatments you may already be taking.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT05800275RecruitingPhase 2
Tucatinib and capecitabine plus spinal trastuzumab for HER2+ cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination of tucatinib and capecitabine (taken by mouth) plus trastuzumab delivered into the spinal fluid, to treat breast cancer that has spread to the leptomeninges (lining around the brain/spinal cord). It may help reduce cancer activity in the spinal fluid and improve symptoms.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT05866419Recruiting
Study of a port and catheter system for spinal muscular atrophy
This study tests a new device called the ThecaFlex DRx System, which is a small port and catheter placed under the skin to deliver Spinraza directly into spinal fluid—instead of needing repeated spinal taps. The device aims to make receiving medication easier and safer for people with SMA.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 3 years+ - NCT05805631RecruitingPhase 2
Pemetrexed into spinal fluid for EGFR-mutant lung cancer spread to brain lining
This Phase 2 trial tests giving pemetrexed directly into the spinal fluid to treat cancer that has spread to the brain’s and spinal cord’s lining (leptomeningeal metastasis). It is for people with EGFR-mutant non-squamous lung cancer whose disease progressed after osimertinib, and who may benefit from a targeted treatment delivered to the area affected in the brain lining.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 20 years+
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials studying Intrathecal?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 102 recruiting studies that include Intrathecal, drawn from the U.S. registry and rewritten for real people so you can see what each is testing and who it's for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a Intrathecal trial?
- Each study lists its own eligibility criteria — rules about condition, age, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Is Intrathecal an approved treatment?
- A drug being studied in a trial may be investigational (still being tested) or already approved and being studied for a new use. Each study page explains what phase it's in. Clin2 does not provide medical advice — talk with your doctor about whether Intrathecal or a specific trial is right for you.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. A drug appearing here is being studied in a trial and may be investigational. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific treatment or trial is right for you.