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157 Pain Trials near Los Angeles, CA
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South Pasadena, California
This trial studies whether a special form of curcumin can reduce joint pain in breast cancer survivors who have pain from their cancer treatment. Curcumin, found in turmeric, is known for its anti-inflammatory effects. The trial aims to see if this natural substance can help these patients feel better. Curcumin, derived from turmeric, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and has shown potential anticancer and anti-inflammatory properties in various studies.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Anemia, Autoimmune, Cardiac, Infections, Others
Must Be Taking:Aromatase Inhibitors
42 Participants Needed
Tart Cherry + Fish Oil for Joint Pain
Los Angeles, California
Both Tart Cherry and Omega 3 FAs have better side effect profiles compared to other commonly used medications for AIMSS, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, steroids, and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. Additionally, in our clinics we often find that patients tend to be more receptive to taking a supplement as opposed to an additional medication. Further, both Tart Cherry concentrate and fish oil have beneficial properties for helping with joint stiffness in general, in addition to other health issues like insomnia.
There is preliminary evidence in mouse models that when given together, these supplements may have an even greater anti-inflammatory effect than when taken separately14. Although to our knowledge, no human studies have tested this hypothesis. This study has been designed to test the hypothesis that Tart Cherry and fish oil when given in combination over a 12-week period could produce beneficial changes in joint function when compared to Tart Cherry or fish oil in isolation in an obese breast cancer population experiencing AIMSS. Secondary outcomes to be assessed include pain, functional performance, quality of life and cognition.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Early Phase 1
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Rheumatoid Arthritis, Uncontrolled Diabetes, Others
Must Be Taking:AI Therapy
30 Participants Needed
Dapansutrile for Gout Flares
Los Angeles, California
The purpose of this trial is to investigate the efficacy and safety of dapansutrile (OLT1177®) tablets in subjects with an acute gout flare.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2, 3
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Tophi, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Kidney Disease, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Paracetamol, Acetaminophen, Others
300 Participants Needed
Oral Methadone for Post-Surgery Pain
Los Angeles, California
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if oral methadone given before surgery works to minimize post-operative pain and opioid usage. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Does oral methadone improve post-operative pain scores as compared to standard treatment? Does oral methadone lead to reduced use of post-operative and post-discharge opioid usage as compared to the current standard treatment?
Researchers will compare oral methadone to a placebo (a look-alike substance that contains no drug) to assess the questions above.
Participants will:
Receive either oral methadone or a look-alike placebo before surgery Receive standard intraoperative and immediate post-operative pain control at the anesthesiologist's discretion Be asked about their pain levels in the recovery area Keep a diary of pain and opioid usage over the first 2 days after surgery
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnant, Respiratory Compromise, Opioid Allergy, Others
100 Participants Needed
Pain Management Medications for Post-Operative Pain in Broken Arm
Los Angeles, California
The purpose of this study to investigate post-operative pain control in pediatric patients with closed supracondylar humerus fracture who undergo closed reduction and percutaneous pinning. Currently, it is standard of care that patients receive a narcotic prescription for post-operative pain control. All patients will initially be seen in our pediatric urgent care and recruited at the time of surgery. Patients will be randomized to receiving acetaminophen and ibuprofen or acetaminophen and oxycodone. Parents will not be blinded to the acetaminophen but both investigators, parents and the patients will be blinded to the study drug (ibuprofen or oxycodone). Pain level will be assessed using the Wong-Baker FACES scale and parents will be asked to fill out a questionnaire regarding their satisfaction with the surgery and pain control. Parents will also fill out a medication log until the patient no longer requires pain medication. The duration of participation in the study is approximately 1 week and requires 2 visits (time of recruitment at surgery to 1st post-op visit). This study is being conducted in hopes of reducing opioid prescription after surgical fixation of uncomplicated supracondylar humerus fractures if our study can show that patient's pain levels post-operatively and parent/patient satisfaction are unchanged or improved in the acetaminophen and ibuprofen arm.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 4
Age:5 - 12
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Vascular Injury, Neurologic Deficit, Pathologic Fractures, Others
90 Participants Needed
Arginine Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease
Los Angeles, California
The trial of IV arginine therapy in children with Vaso-occlusive painful episodes (VOE) in sickle cell disease (SCD) is designed to further knowledge on efficacy and safety of the therapy.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Age:3 - 21
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
360 Participants Needed
RTA 901 for Diabetic Neuropathy
Los Angeles, California
This trial is testing a new drug called RTA 901 to see if it can help people with nerve pain caused by diabetes. The drug likely works by calming down the nerves that are causing the pain. The study will compare different doses of the drug to find out which dose works best.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Non-diabetic Neuropathy, Fibromyalgia, Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Others
384 Participants Needed
OG-6219 for Endometriosis
Los Angeles, California
This trial is testing a new medication called OG-6219 to see if it can help pre-menopausal women aged 18 to 49 who suffer from moderate to severe endometriosis-related pain. The medication likely works by reducing inflammation or altering hormones to relieve pain.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Age:18 - 49
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
380 Participants Needed
Peer Support for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Los Angeles, California
The objective of the study is to develop a peer support program that helps improve ulcer care in patients with a diabetic foot ulcer (DFU).Diabetes, peripheral arterial disease (PAD), foot ulceration, and subsequent amputation are unevenly patterned in terms of racial/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, health insurance, and geographic area. The project will identify opportunities to reduce health disparities among economically marginalized patients regarding DFU outcomes.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
24 Participants Needed
Etavopivat for Sickle Cell Disease
Los Angeles, California
This trial is testing a new oral medicine called etavopivat in patients with sickle cell disease or thalassemia. The medicine helps red blood cells produce energy more efficiently. The goal is to reduce the need for blood transfusions and increase hemoglobin levels.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Age:12 - 65
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Hepatic Dysfunction, HIV, Hepatitis B/C, Others
60 Participants Needed
VNX001 for Interstitial Cystitis
Los Angeles, California
This trial tests VNX001, a combination of heparin and lidocaine, to help patients with chronic bladder pain from IC/BPS. Heparin repairs the bladder lining, and lidocaine numbs the bladder to reduce pain. These treatments are commonly used to manage IC/BPS symptoms.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Neurogenic Bladder, CNS Disorders, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Antidepressants, Narcotics, Marijuana, Others
120 Participants Needed
Diet and Exercise for Breast Cancer Side Effects
Los Angeles, California
This phase I/II trial studies how well dietary and exercise interventions work in reducing side effects in patients with stage I-IIIa breast cancer taking aromatase inhibitors. Anti-inflammatory Mediterranean dietary and bone strengthening exercise interventions may alleviate medication side effects such as joint and bone pain and protectively influence bone mineral density, improve heart functioning, and reduce risk of breast cancer recurrence in breast cancer patients taking aromatase inhibitors.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Metastatic Cancer, Food Allergies, Others
Must Be Taking:Aromatase Inhibitors
9 Participants Needed
Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Pain
Burbank, California
This post market study is being conducted to document the comparative effectiveness and safety of peripheral nerve stimulation plus conventional medical management versus conventional medical management alone in the treatment of chronic, intractable peripheral neuralgia of post-traumatic or postsurgical origin. This is a prospective, minimal risk, multi-center, randomized control trial.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Active Implantable Device, CRPS, Others
Must Not Be Taking:High-dose Opioids
185 Participants Needed
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Los Angeles, California
This trial tests a brief cognitive behavioral therapy to help people with chronic pelvic pain. It aims to teach skills for managing pain and symptoms with minimal clinician help. The study focuses on adults with conditions like interstitial cystitis and chronic prostatitis, which are hard to treat with current methods. The therapy works by changing how patients think about and cope with their pain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been shown to be an effective treatment for chronic pain in numerous studies.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Neurological Conditions, Urethral Stricture, Pelvic Malignancy, Major Psychiatric Disorder, Others
240 Participants Needed
Wharton's Jelly Injections for Back Pain
Beverly Hills, California
This is a Pilot Study that is an open label, prospective, non-controlled study in which the safety and feasibility of Wharton's Jelly (WJ) allograft will be evaluated in 100 participants suffering with low back pain.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1
Age:20+
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Autoimmune Disorders, Carcinoma, Neurological, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Pain Medications, NSAIDs, Anticoagulants, Immunosuppressives
100 Participants Needed
Psychological Therapies for Chronic Pain via Telehealth
West Los Angeles, California
This study is being performed to compare the effects of three types of group-based psychological treatments delivered over video telehealth for chronic musculoskeletal pain in older U.S. military Veterans. The three types of psychological treatments are: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET), and Mindfulness Meditation (MM). In addition, the investigators will evaluate which patients respond best to each treatment and how each treatment works.
The investigators are performing the study because chronic pain is a big problem among Veterans. Older Veterans are the focus because they have the highest rates of chronic pain, perhaps as high has 80%. The investigators are looking at psychological treatments because they are less risky than medications or procedures for older Veterans. Telehealth is an important aspect of the proposal, as delivery over telehealth could improve access to treatments. CBT is endorsed nationally by VA, but no standardized MM is available through VA, and only a few VA sites use EAET, which is a newer treatment focusing on how stress and emotions affect pain. The project aims to evaluate a standardized form of MM and the newer treatment, EAET, compared to the standard CBT used widely in VA.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:60 - 95
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Severe Psychiatric Disorder, Active Substance Use, Cognitive Impairment, Others
216 Participants Needed
Virtual Reality Therapy for Gastrointestinal Cancer Pain
Los Angeles, California
Patients with digestive tract malignancy often experience severe and unremitting abdominal pain that negatively affects physical, emotional, and social function, as well as health related quality of life (HRQOL). Therapeutic virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising and evidence-based treatment modality for cancer pain. Users of VR wear a pair of goggles with a close-proximity screen in front of the eyes that creates a sensation of being transported into lifelike, three-dimensional worlds. To date, VR has been limited to short-term clinical trials for cancer pain. Moreover, limited research exists on theory-based VR modalities beyond mere distraction, such as VR that employs acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with components of biofeedback and mindfulness. To bridge these gaps, this study seeks to: (1) assess the impact of immersive VR on patient-reported outcomes (PROs), including pain, activity metrics, and opioid use among patients with visceral pain from a digestive tract malignancy; (2) assess differences in PROs, activity metrics, and opioid use between skills-based VR therapy vs. distraction VR therapy; and (3) determine patient-level predictors of VR treatment response in visceral cancer pain.
To address these aims, the study will measure PROs and opioid use in 360 patients randomized among 3 groups and follow them for 60 days after enrollment: (1) an enhanced VR group receiving skills-based VR; (2) a distraction-based VR group receiving patient-selected VR videos; and (3) a VR sham control group using a VR headset with 2-D content. The results will inform best practices for the implementation of VR for visceral cancer pain management and guide selection of patient-tailored experiences.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Seizures, Visual Impairments, Cognitive Impairment, Others
360 Participants Needed
Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain
Los Angeles, California
This study evaluates how Veterans with chronic low back pain (cLBP) respond to varying doses of chiropractic therapy and how health services utilization are impacted as a result.
There are 2 phases in this study. In Phase 1, half of participants will receive a low dose (1-5 visits) of chiropractic care for 10 weeks, while the other half will receive a higher dose (8-12 visits) for 10 weeks. At the end of Phase 1, participants in each group will be randomized again to receive either chronic chiropractic pain management (CCPM) (1 scheduled chiropractic visit per month x 10 months) or no CCPM for 10 months.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
766 Participants Needed
Deep Brain Stimulation for Chronic Lower Back Pain
Los Angeles, California
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of deep brain stimulation of the subgenual cingulate cortex for the treatment of chronic medically-refractory low back pain using a randomized double-blind crossover design.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:40 - 75
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Neurodegenerative Conditions, Severe Diabetes, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Blood Thinners
16 Participants Needed
Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Lower Back Pain
Los Angeles, California
Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a debilitating condition and costly to treat. Long-term drug treatment often fails due to habituation, breakthrough of pain, or adverse effects of drug treatment. Opioid use to manage this pain has contributed to the opioid epidemic. Spinal cord stimulators have emerged as a promising treatment and reduces reliance on drugs. However, response to spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is unpredictable. It is difficult to predict which patients will respond positively to SCS because the physiological mechanism for treatment responsiveness is unclear. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate how spinal cord stimulators affect functional measures in patients with CLBP, including functional MRI, neurophysiology, gait analysis, and questionnaires. The results of this study can lead to the widespread adoption of spinal cord stimulators as a safe and effective therapy for CLBP, reducing the reliance on opioids and mitigating the opioid epidemic's impact.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
20 Participants Needed
Why Other Patients Applied
"As a healthy volunteer, I like to participate in as many trials as I'm able to. It's a good way to help research and earn money."
IZ
Healthy Volunteer PatientAge: 38
"My orthopedist recommended a half replacement of my right knee. I have had both hips replaced. Currently have arthritis in knee, shoulder, and thumb. I want to avoid surgery, and I'm open-minded about trying a trial before using surgery as a last resort."
HZ
Arthritis PatientAge: 78
"I changed my diet in 2020 and I’ve lost 95 pounds from my highest weight (283). I am 5’3”, female, and now 188. I still have a 33 BMI. I've been doing research on alternative approaches to continue my progress, which brought me here to consider clinical trials."
WR
Obesity PatientAge: 58
"I've been struggling with ADHD and anxiety since I was 9 years old. I'm currently 30. I really don't like how numb the medications make me feel. And especially now, that I've lost my grandma and my aunt 8 days apart, my anxiety has been even worse. So I'm trying to find something new."
FF
ADHD PatientAge: 31
"I've tried several different SSRIs over the past 23 years with no luck. Some of these new treatments seem interesting... haven't tried anything like them before. I really hope that one could work."
ZS
Depression PatientAge: 51
Brain Stimulation for Depression
Los Angeles, California
This study will examine the effects of brain stimulation on pain symptoms associated with Major depressive disorder. This study will enroll 54 Subjects. Study subjects will be asked to complete surveys about their mood and well-being, 2 blood draws, 2 MRIs, 3 electroencephalograms, and receive 30 treatments of blinded transcranial magnetic stimulation. There is no control group as all subjects will receive some form of active treatment. Subjects are required to participate in 30-33 study visits and volunteer 40 hours of their time. Compensation for this study is $150 for completing all study activities.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Suicidal Intent, Psychotic Disorders, Neurological Conditions, Others
Must Be Taking:Antidepressants, Augmentation Therapies
54 Participants Needed
Virtual Reality for Pain Management During Anesthesia
Los Angeles, California
This trial tests if using VR headsets showing calming scenes can help reduce pain and anxiety in patients aged 18-64 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center during regional anesthesia. By distracting patients, VR may make them feel less pain and stress. Advancements in virtual reality (VR) technology have resulted in its expansion into health care.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 64
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Visual Impairment, Epilepsy, Dementia, Others
80 Participants Needed
Cannabis for Pain Relief
Los Angeles, California
This trial is studying the effects of smoking cannabis on pain relief and potential abuse in men and women. Researchers are comparing how different doses affect each sex and how their bodies process THC, the active ingredient in cannabis. The goal is to understand if there are significant differences between men and women in these effects.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1
Age:21 - 55
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Substance Use Disorder, Severe Psychiatric Illness, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Medical Cannabis, Prescription Analgesics
160 Participants Needed
Laser Diode Brace for Lower Back Pain After Spinal Fusion
Los Angeles, California
After spinal fusion and decompression surgery there is a possible risk of developing chronic back pain. After surgery there is typically inflammation around the operation site and this inflammation can be painful and debilitating to patients.
Many possible treatment plans have been incorporated to assist the patient with recovery - notably medications, physical therapy, and braces. However, few studies have looked at laser diodes that utilize high-power laser lights that are aimed at decreasing pain and inflammation. Investigators aim to look compare patients using a back brace with laser diodes within versus those who wear a normal brace used as a placebo. Investigators will also assess the patient's surgical wound to monitor the progression of wound healing while using the brace.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Tumors, Infection, Drug Misuse, Others
80 Participants Needed
Terpenes + THC for Pain
Los Angeles, California
The purpose of this research is to assess the analgesic and subjective effects of terpenes administered alone and in combination of THC.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1
Age:21 - 55
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Substance Use Disorder, Hypertension, Pregnancy, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Prescription Analgesics
45 Participants Needed
CBG + THC for Pain
Los Angeles, California
This study will assess the analgesic, appetite-stimulating, and subjective effects of cannabigerol (CBG) alone and in combination with THC.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1
Age:21 - 55
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Moderate-severe CUD, Axis I Disorder, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Any Medications
20 Participants Needed
Stem Cell Therapy for Chronic and Acute Conditions
Culver City, California
This trial is testing stem cell therapy, which uses special cells to repair or replace damaged tissues. It targets patients with a range of acute and chronic conditions that may not respond well to traditional treatments. The therapy works by transforming stem cells into the needed cell types to improve organ and tissue function.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1, 2
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Malignancy, Pregnancy, Others
5000 Participants Needed
Dextenza Insert for Post-Cataract Surgery Inflammation
Los Angeles, California
Assessing eFficacy and Safety of DEXTENZA 0.4 mg inseRt, Following Cataract Surgery
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
50 Participants Needed
Tovorafenib + Pimasertib for Cancer
Los Angeles, California
This trial is testing Tovorafenib, a drug that blocks proteins needed for cancer cell growth, in patients aged 12+ with hard-to-treat melanoma or other solid tumors.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1, 2
Age:12+
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Activating Mutation, CSR, RVO, Others
Must Not Be Taking:RAS-RAF-MEK-ERK Inhibitors
168 Participants Needed
Gas Pressure Levels for Laparoscopic Surgery
Los Angeles, California
This study aims to investigate the effect of varying insufflation pressures on post-operative pain and adequacy of surgical field visualization among patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery with a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Urgent Surgery, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Opioids, Bupivacaine, Oxycodone, Others
294 Participants Needed
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