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Burn clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Burn — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
9 US clinical trials · 5 currently recruiting
The research picture
Burn has 9 registered US clinical trials, 5 of them open to new participants right now — about 56% of the total.
- 5
- recruiting participants now
- 56%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 3
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Low-Dose Ketamine Infusion During Burn Wound Care
University of Tennessee
NCT06506565
Utilizing 3D Imaging for Burn Wound Assessment
HealthPartners Institute
NCT06938061
VR-PMR for Post-Burn Symptoms
Johns Hopkins University
NCT07317271
Paraffin Wax and Exercise Prospective
Medstar Health Research Institute
NCT06786884
The Lateral, Anterior, Medial (LAM) Femoral Cutaneous Block: A Case Series Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA
University of Washington
NCT07221903
Multicenter Single-arm Trial to Investigate Clinical Outcomes When Cohealyx™ is Used for Full Thickness Wounds
Avita Medical
NCT06787690
H2O VR for Burns 2015
National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)
NCT02729259
A Randomized, Controlled Trial of the Effectiveness of Perioperative Antibiotics for Reduction of Burn Wound Bacterial Concentration Following Grafting
Medstar Health Research Institute
NCT04516148
Comparison of a Water-soluble Topical Antimicrobial to Silver Sulfadiazine in Partial Thickness Burns
University of Virginia
NCT01926392
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 4 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Burn Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 9 US studies indexed under Burn, and 5 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 56% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Burn shows 3 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 0 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Burn is led by Medstar Health Research Institute with 2 indexed trials, alongside 7 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 9 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Burn?
PlainTrial tracks 9 US clinical trials for Burn, of which 5 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Burn?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.