Paid Clinical Trials in Columbia, TN

As of July 2026, 2 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Columbia, Tennessee. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, with stipends ranging from modest amounts for short outpatient studies to several thousand dollars for long or inpatient protocols.

Columbia offers studies at sites including MTBJ a division of Tennessee Orthaepedic Alliance for conditions such as Arthroplasty, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Replacement, Shoulder. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

Recruiting trial data synced daily from ClinicalTrials.gov. Last sync: July 31, 2026.

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2 clinical trials

MILD® Percutaneous Image-Guided Lumbar Decompression: A Medicare Claims Study

for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Sites in Columbia, Franklin +2341 more locations

Sponsor: Stryker Instruments

Sex: All·Age: 18+

Code: NCT03072927·Recruiting·Listed Mar 2017

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INHANCE Stemless Reverse Shoulder IDE

for Arthroplasty

Sites in Columbia +16 more locations

Sponsor: DePuy Orthopaedics

Sex: All·Age: 22+

Code: NCT06323980·Recruiting·Listed Mar 2024

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Top Research Study Locations in Columbia

Researchers run research studies in Columbia, TN at 2 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

Site	Specializes in	Active trials
MTBJ a division of Tennessee Orthaepedic Alliance	Arthroplasty, Replacement, Shoulder	1
Surg Ctr of Mid Tennessee	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1

Common conditions studied in Columbia

Arthroplasty (1 active study)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (1 active study)
Replacement (1 active study)
Shoulder (1 active study)

Leading research sponsors in Columbia

DePuy Orthopaedics
Stryker Instruments

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Columbia?

There are approximately 2 recruiting clinical trials in Columbia, Tennessee listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Columbia pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Columbia compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Columbia?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Columbia?

The most common conditions under active study in Columbia include Arthroplasty (1), Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (1), Replacement (1), Shoulder (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Columbia?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Columbia on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Columbia?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Columbia?

Recruiting research sites in Columbia include MTBJ a division of Tennessee Orthaepedic Alliance, Surg Ctr of Mid Tennessee, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

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