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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
16 US clinical trials · 6 currently recruiting
The research picture
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has 16 registered US clinical trials, 6 of them open to new participants right now — about 38% of the total.
- 6
- recruiting participants now
- 38%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 3
- top sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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
The Long COVID-19 Wearable Device Study
Scripps Translational Science Institute
NCT05741112
Assessment of Neuroinflammation in Central Inflammatory Disorders Using [F-18]DPA-714.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
NCT03759522
Lumbrokinase for Adults With Long Covid, Post-treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome, and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT06511050
Assessment of N-Acetylcysteine as Therapy for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
NCT04542161
Hydrogen Water Intervention With Heart Rate Variability as an Outcome Biomarker in ME/CFS
Stony Brook University
NCT07009691
tVNS in Long COVID-19
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT06585254
Does a Technology Enabled Multi-disciplinary Team-based Care Model for the Management of Long COVID and Other Fatiguing Illnesses Improve Clinical Care of Patients and Represent a Sustainable Approach Within a Federally Qualified Health Center?
Family Health Centers of San Diego
NCT05167227
Central Mechanisms of Chronic Pain and Fatigue Subtitle: Functional Imaging of Brain and Spinal Cord
University of Florida
NCT03075254
Cardiovascular Analysis of PEM
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT04740736
Treatment of Fibromyalgia With Recovery Factors
Practitioners Alliance Network
NCT04381780
The Exercise Response to Pharmacologic Cholinergic Stimulation in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Brigham and Women's Hospital
NCT03674541
Behavioral Insomnia Therapy With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Duke University
NCT00540254
Traditional African Healing Ceremony in a U.S. Population
Duke University
NCT01873482
Epstein-Barr Virus as a Possible Cause for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
University of Mississippi Medical Center
NCT00433355
Acupressure for Pain Management and Fatigue Relief in Gulf War Veterans
The Cleveland Clinic
NCT02075489
Hyporeactivity and Gulf War Illness
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00100412
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 3 |
| Phase 2 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 16 US studies indexed under Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and 6 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 38% 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 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 5 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 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is led by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 16 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 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
PlainTrial tracks 16 US clinical trials for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, of which 6 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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.