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Pain, Acute

Open-data reference.

27 US clinical trials · 11 currently recruiting

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING NA 204 participants

Empathy Through Pain Control: Lidocaine Paracervical Block for IUD Placements

University of California, San Diego

NCT06960317

RECRUITING 200 participants

Variability in Analgesic Response to Ibuprofen

University of Pennsylvania

NCT06539741

RECRUITING NA 150 participants

RCT of Pain Perception With Fast and Slow Tenaculum Application

Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island

NCT05458037

RECRUITING Phase 4 150 participants

Nebulized Ketamine to Nebulized Fentanyl for Treating Acute Painful Conditions in the ED

Antonios Likourezos

NCT06364540

RECRUITING NA 120 participants

Latinx Children and Surgery

University of California, Irvine

NCT06020677

RECRUITING Early Phase 1 100 participants

Brain Mechanisms Supporting Cannabis-induced Pain Relief

University of California, San Diego

NCT04982965

RECRUITING NA 75 participants

Blue Light as an Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Strategy in Thoracic Trauma

Rebecca E Kotcher, MD

NCT06626334

RECRUITING Phase 2 60 participants

Valacyclovir in Pain Management of Acute Apical Abscesses

University of California, San Francis

NCT05266040

RECRUITING 60 participants

fMRI and IVCM Cornea Microscopy of CXL in Keratoconus

Boston Children's Hospital

NCT04439552

RECRUITING NA 40 participants

TENS Unit for Analgesia During IUD Insertion

Tufts Medical Center

NCT06240260

RECRUITING Phase 2 24 participants

Intranasal and Intravenous Oxytocin for Analgesia to Noxious Heat Pain

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

NCT07053774

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 200 participants

EHR Precision Drug Treatment in Neonates

Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati

NCT04850079

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 2 62 participants

Pectoral Nerve Blocks (PECs) for Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Device Placement

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

NCT05283980

COMPLETED Phase 4 225 participants

Adult Oral Ibuprofen Study for ED Pain Patients

Antonios Likourezos

NCT03441269

COMPLETED 200 participants

Transverse Thoracic Plane Block in the Pediatric Cardiac Patient

Ochsner Health System

NCT04138745

COMPLETED Phase 3 147 participants

Comparison of Three Different Pain Blocks for Subjects Undergoing VATS (Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery) Procedure.

Indiana University

NCT03151434

COMPLETED 135 participants

Real-World Experience of Patients Treated for Musculoskeletal Injuries With SAM in Routine Care

ZetrOZ

NCT05254470

COMPLETED NA 118 participants

Preoperative Psychosocial Support for Postoperative Recovery and Health: Mechanistic Substudy

University of Utah

NCT04520958

COMPLETED Phase 2 114 participants

Dose-Response Study of MR-107A-01 in The Treatment of Post-Surgical Dental Pain

Mylan

NCT04571515

COMPLETED NA 103 participants

Virtual Reality for Pain Management Study

University of Texas at Austin

NCT02997085

COMPLETED NA 100 participants

Vibration Analgesia in Propofol Infusion During Anesthesia Induction

Montefiore Medical Center

NCT03509857

COMPLETED NA 96 participants

Music to Reduce Patient Reported Pain During Intrauterine Device (IUD) Placement in the Office

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

NCT05068245

COMPLETED NA 62 participants

Virtual Reality Analgesia for Pediatric Burn Survivors

The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston

NCT03491657

COMPLETED NA 46 participants

The Effect of Touch on Pain and Anxiety During the Bone Marrow Biopsy Procedure

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

NCT04935775

COMPLETED NA 36 participants

Online Mindfulness-based Intervention to Prevent Chronic Pain

Florida State University

NCT04848428

COMPLETED Phase 4 30 participants

OTC Naproxen and Acetaminophen Anti-Inflammatory Action in Dental Implant Patients

Hersh, Elliot V., DMD, MS, PhD

NCT04694300

COMPLETED Phase 1 30 participants

Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of TRV130, Morphine, and Placebo in Healthy Subjects

Trevena

NCT02083315

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Early Phase 1 2
Phase 2 4
Phase 3 1
Phase 4 3

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Pain, Acute Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 27 US studies indexed under Pain, Acute, and 11 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 41% 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 Pain, Acute shows 4 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 6 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 Pain, Acute is led by Antonios Likourezos with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 27 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 Pain, Acute?

PlainTrial tracks 27 US clinical trials for Pain, Acute, of which 11 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Pain, Acute?

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.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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