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Physical Therapy clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Physical Therapy — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
9 US clinical trials · 4 currently recruiting
The research picture
Physical Therapy has 9 registered US clinical trials, 4 of them open to new participants right now — about 44% of the total.
- 4
- recruiting participants now
- 44%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver
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
Implementation of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation After Total Knee Arthroplasty
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06953375
Is Physical Therapy Clearance Before Arthroplasty Home Discharge Necessary?
University of Maryland, Baltimore
NCT05858086
Immersive Physical Therapy in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT06927037
Evaluating the Efficacy of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in a Randomized Clinical Trial for Postoperative Rehabilitation Following Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
NCT07451210
Arthroscopic Labral Repair Versus Physical Therapy for Tears of the Acetabular Labrum
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT03909178
Art and Physical Therapy in Pediatric HCT
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT05441670
Correlation of Trust and Outcomes Following Physical Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain
University of South Dakota
NCT03443401
Myofascial Pain and Central Sensitization
University of Michigan
NCT04929171
Functional Prehabilitation and Major Elective Surgery
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT01943773
Phase Distribution
Phase data not available
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Physical Therapy Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 9 US studies indexed under Physical Therapy, and 4 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 44% 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 Physical Therapy shows 0 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 Physical Therapy is led by University of Colorado, Denver 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 Physical Therapy?
PlainTrial tracks 9 US clinical trials for Physical Therapy, of which 4 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Physical Therapy?
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.