Condition
Vulvodynia clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 Vulvodynia clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 5 countries (most in United States (2), France (1), Poland (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Vulvodynia clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Four-session focal shock wave therapy for vulvodynia in women | — | Nantes, Nantes | Recruiting | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Topical ketotifen 0.25% for secondary vestibulodynia | Phase 2 | Washington D.C., District of Columbia and 2 other locations | Recruiting | Dec 2, 2025 |
| Improving diagnosis of vestibulodynia using omics approaches | — | Pavia, Pavia | Recruiting | Mar 10, 2025 |
| Interventions for managing pelvic health issues in women | — | Ottawa, Ontario and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Testing low-dose naltrexone for vulvodynia pain relief | Phase 2 | Lublin | Recruiting | Jul 21, 2023 |
| Creating a data bank to study vaginal conditions | — | Midland, Texas | Recruiting | Apr 11, 2013 |
All recruiting trials (6)
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Four-session focal shock wave therapy for vulvodynia in women
This study looks at whether four weekly sessions of low-intensity focal shock wave therapy help women with vulvodynia in real-life clinical practice.
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Topical ketotifen 0.25% for secondary vestibulodynia
This Phase 2 trial will test whether applying ketotifen 0.25% cream to the vulvar vestibule reduces pain in adult women with secondary provoked vestibulodynia.
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Improving diagnosis of vestibulodynia using omics approaches
This study is trying to find better ways to diagnose vestibulodynia in women aged 18 to 50 by looking at biological samples to see if there are specific markers that can help identify this painful condition.
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Interventions for managing pelvic health issues in women
This study is testing whether light therapy and physical therapy can help women with vulvar pain feel better over 14 weeks.
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Testing low-dose naltrexone for vulvodynia pain relief
This study is testing if low-dose naltrexone can help women with vulvodynia feel less pain and improve their quality of life.
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Creating a data bank to study vaginal conditions
This study is trying to understand how certain proteins and germs in the vagina might be linked to conditions like vulvodynia and recurrent infections by comparing women who have symptoms to those who don’t.
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Quick answers
How many Vulvodynia clinical trials are recruiting right now?
6, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 5 countries. The most sites are in United States (2 trials), France (1 trial), Poland (1 trial), Canada (1 trial), Italy (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 2. 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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