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Placebo clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Placebo clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (1), Mexico (1), Egypt (1)). By phase: Phase 1/2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 3Clinical trials
- 3Countries
Newest Placebo clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Intrathecal Morphine or Dexmedetomidine for Pain After Spine Fixation | — | Tanta, El-Gharbia | Recruiting | Aug 20, 2026 |
| Low-intensity magnetic stimulation for treating major depression | Phase 1/2 | León, Guanajuato | Recruiting | Oct 31, 2024 |
| Exploring virtual reality for managing chronic pain in TMD patients | — | Baltimore, Maryland and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Jan 22, 2024 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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Intrathecal Morphine or Dexmedetomidine for Pain After Spine Fixation
This study tests whether delivering pain medicine into the spinal fluid with morphine or dexmedetomidine can better relieve pain after lumbar spine fixation surgery compared with placebo.
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Low-intensity magnetic stimulation for treating major depression
This study is testing whether low-intensity magnetic stimulation can help people with major depression feel better and change certain brain markers related to their mood.
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Exploring virtual reality for managing chronic pain in TMD patients
This study is testing if using virtual reality can help people with chronic pain from temporomandibular disorder feel better compared to a fake VR experience.
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Quick answers
How many Placebo clinical trials are recruiting right now?
3, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (1 trial), Mexico (1 trial), Egypt (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 1/2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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