Clinical trials
Adiposity clinical trials
Below are recruiting adiposity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 114 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06040957Recruiting
Bone marrow vs fat cells for knee osteoarthritis treatment
This trial compares using cells from your bone marrow or belly fat to treat knee osteoarthritis, aiming to reduce pain and improve function. It's for people who haven't gotten better with standard treatments like physical therapy or medications.
BolognaAges 40–75 - NCT05955976Recruiting
Fat tissue study in knee osteoarthritis patients
This study looks at fat tissue around the knee and inside the thigh muscle in people having knee replacement surgery for osteoarthritis. It may help researchers understand how fat tissue affects the knee joint.
NiceAges 40–85 - NCT05789394RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell treatment for recurrent brain tumor surgery
This Phase 1 study tests an “allogenic” stem cell product made from donated fat tissue to treat recurrent glioblastoma or certain recurrent astrocytoma. It gives the treatment around the time of a repeat brain surgery, and focuses on safety while also studying why it might help.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05653258RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study cells in fat tissue and aging cells in older adults
This study uses a special lab test on tiny samples from body fat to map different cell types and “senescent” (aging) cells. It may help researchers understand how aging and obesity are linked, which could guide future treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05400798Enrolling by invitation
Study of injected regenerative cells for rotator cuff tears safety
This study checks the long-term safety of an injection made from your own fat cells for people with a chronic rotator cuff tear. It is mainly focused on monitoring side effects and outcomes over time.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 30–75 - NCT04929951RecruitingPhase 1
Micro fat injection to treat shoulder arthritis
This Phase 1 study tests whether a micro-fragmented fat (MFAT) injection can reduce symptoms and improve shoulder function in people with shoulder osteoarthritis. It’s early research, so the goal is mainly to see if the treatment is safe and possibly helpful.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 25–75 - NCT02692885Recruiting
Study body fat tissue to learn how it affects metabolism
This study looks at samples of body fat to understand what controls metabolism (how your body uses energy). You may be asked for a fat tissue sample during surgery or through a special biopsy scan, depending on your situation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT02375802Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Stem cell treatment for pressure sores and some diabetic foot ulcers
This Phase 1 study tests whether injected stem cells can help wounds heal faster or better. It focuses on people with specific wound types and sizes, and checks safety and wound healing over weekly visits.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05307367Recruiting
Study exercise and body muscle changes in advanced lung cancer
This study looks at why cancer can cause loss of muscle in people with advanced non–small cell lung cancer, and whether exercise can improve or explain those muscle changes. You may be asked to do physical testing and answer questionnaires while receiving standard palliative cancer treatment.
Copenhagen, DKAges 18–100 - NCT05324488Recruiting
Graz diabetes registry for studying blood biomarkers
This study is a diabetes registry that collects health and blood information to learn what “biomarkers” (measurable signs in the body) can tell us about diabetes and related conditions. It may help researchers better understand diabetes and possibly improve future testing or care.
GrazAges 18–99 - NCT03570450RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell treatment for non-lacunar stroke after the first day
This early-phase study tests a stem cell treatment for certain types of stroke, focusing first on safety and the right dose. It may help doctors learn whether the treatment is safe and potentially beneficial when given soon after stroke begins.
GrenobleAges 18 years+ - NCT05962190Recruiting
Short-term extra fat intake to study liver metabolism
This study tests what happens to the liver and fat metabolism when you eat extra fat for a short time. It may help researchers understand how diet affects liver function and metabolism in otherwise stable adults.
OxfordAges 18–65 - NCT02208141Recruiting
Child body growth study with planned surgery
This study follows children’s body growth and fat (adipose) tissue as part of a planned surgical procedure. It aims to improve understanding of how fat tissue develops in childhood and what factors may affect health later.
Leipzig, SaxonyAges Any age - NCT05933434RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell injection trial for chronic knee osteoarthritis
This early-phase study tests an injection of donor stem cells placed into the knee joint to help reduce symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. You may be eligible if you have long-lasting knee pain from mild-to-moderate arthritis and meet safety and imaging requirements.
Aarhus NAges 40–75 - NCT06264882RecruitingPhase 4
Study on ovarian suppression and body changes
This study looks at how temporarily stopping ovarian function affects weight, body fat, and blood vessel health in premenopausal women. If you qualify, you might help researchers understand the risks and benefits of short-term estrogen suppression.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 20–45 - NCT07820397Recruiting
Comparing fat cell health after liposuction
This study looks at how healthy fat cells are after liposuction by comparing fat from two different areas of the body. It aims to help improve fat grafting procedures in the future.
Concord, OhioAges 30–65 - NCT07776678Recruiting
Body fat and muscle measurement study
This study uses advanced body scans (like MRI and DXA) to better measure body fat and muscle. It may help improve how obesity is diagnosed and treated.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07748793Recruiting
Fat grafting for treating chronic tendon pain
This trial injects your own fat into the painful tendon area to help it heal. It is for people with long-lasting tendon pain that has not improved with other treatments like physical therapy or injections.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT04238143Recruiting
Knee and other joint arthritis tissue therapy
This trial tests a regenerative therapy made from a patient’s own fat tissue (a “cellular” treatment) to reduce pain and improve function in arthritis-related problems. It may help people with inflammatory or degenerative arthritis changes, if they meet safety and tissue-donation requirements.
Valencia, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT07731438Recruiting
Calorie restriction and bone marrow fat in obesity and diabetes
This study tests whether a calorie-restricted diet can change the fat in your bone marrow and how it relates to bone health and energy use. It is for premenopausal women and men who are either obese or lean and do not have diabetes.
PragueAges 21–55 - NCT07686601Enrolling by invitation
Shockwave therapy for belly fat
This study tests whether a sound-wave device (shockwave therapy) applied to your belly can help shrink fat and improve body measurements. It is for adults who have stubborn belly fat and are otherwise healthy.
Shibīn al Kawm, MenofyiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06481969Recruiting
Fat cell therapy for premature ovarian failure
This trial uses your own fat cells (called stromal vascular fraction) to try to improve ovarian function and help you become pregnant if you have premature ovarian insufficiency. It may help restore your egg supply and menstrual cycles.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 20–39 - NCT07614230RecruitingPhase 4
SGLT2 drugs and heart artery health in diabetes
This study tests whether a diabetes medication called SGLT2 inhibitors can slow the buildup of plaque in heart arteries. Researchers will use special CT scans to track changes in your coronary arteries over time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–78 - NCT05833217Recruiting
Study for persistent COVID symptoms with insulin resistance
This trial studies people who have ongoing effects after COVID (often called PASC) and may be related to weight and insulin resistance. It may help researchers find better ways to understand the condition and improve treatment.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adiposity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 114 recruiting adiposity studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a adiposity trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a adiposity trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.