How do I search clinical trials.gov?

Step 1: Go to clinicaltrials.gov

Step 2: Enter a search item, such as the following, in the main search field.

  • Name of a disease, disorder or injury (e.g., Parkinson’s, lymphoma, osteoarthritis, spinal cord injury)
  • stem cell (covers “stem cells” as well)
  • regeneration (covers regrowing and regrowth as well)
  • regenerate
  • tissue repair (covers “wound healing” as well)
  • transplant (covers “transplantation” as well)
  • gene therapy
  • cell therapy
  • biologics

Step 3: Click the blue “On a Map” tab above the list of trials.

Step 4: Talk to your doctor about any clinical trials of interest.