Clinical trials
Child clinical trials
Below are recruiting child clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 498 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05600946Recruiting
Study of body differences in creatine transporter deficiency
This study looks at physical and body features in people with creatine transporter deficiency caused by a specific gene change (SLC6A8). It may help doctors better understand the condition and how it shows up, which can improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–40 - NCT05623007Recruiting
Diet and gut bacteria study for vaccinated teens with COVID
This trial tests whether changing diet can shift gut bacteria in overweight or obese teens after COVID-19 vaccination. The goal is to see if dietary changes can affect health markers related to the gut and immune system.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 12–17 - NCT05637320Recruiting
Therapy study for children’s big emotions and mood
This study looks at how children’s emotions change during therapy for concerns like anxiety, depression, or disruptive behavior. It may help you and your child understand what kinds of therapy support might work best.
Guelph, OntarioAges 8–15 - NCT05656807Recruiting
Weight management program for child care staff and families
This study tests a weight management program delivered through child care centers, involving teachers and parents. It aims to improve healthy habits for children ages 2–5 through changes in the child care setting.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 2 years+ - NCT05681923Recruiting
Pregnancy study tracking how brain development risk may run in families
This study follows pregnant parents and their child to understand what factors influence early brain and development. It compares families with an autistic sibling (higher risk) to families without (lower risk) to spot patterns that may help future care.
MontpellierAges Any age - NCT05702203Recruiting
Music therapy for newborns with congenital heart disease
This trial tests whether creative music therapy can help newborn babies who have congenital heart disease (CHD) while they are in intensive care. It focuses on babies who are otherwise very young and in the NICU or PICU, regardless of CHD severity.
ZurichAges 1 minute–4 weeks - NCT05761847Recruiting
Medication coaching for kids with many health conditions
This study offers medication therapy management—helping families organize and use their child’s medicines safely and correctly. It’s meant for children with complex, long-term health problems who take many medications.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 2–18 - NCT05768815Recruiting
Services for families with young children after early adversity
This study compares two programs that aim to improve mental health for parents and families with babies and young children who have faced early difficulties. It may help you see which approach works best for supporting your child and family.
Surrey, British ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT05778669Recruiting
Follow-up study for KeySteps early intervention families
This study checks in with children and families who took part in the earlier KeySteps@JC program during school year 2018–19. It helps the researchers understand what happened over time and what the early support may have changed for children.
Hong KongAges 6–13 - NCT05780853Recruiting
Game-based testing for young children’s learning and communication
This trial uses a simple, game-like assessment to better understand how young children develop and learn. It may help by creating or improving tools that track development and identify needs earlier.
LondonAges 3–8 - NCT05783141Recruiting
Prebiotic drink study in healthy toddlers in daycare
This study tests whether giving a prebiotic (a food ingredient that supports gut health) affects digestion in healthy toddlers. It focuses on children who are in daycare and have normal bowel habits, to see if the gut responds well.
BrusselsAges 10 months–3 years - NCT05786898Recruiting
Test a computer training program to improve autism-related thinking
This study tests a computerized “cognitive remediation” program adapted for people with autism, using social scenarios and skills. The goal is to improve thinking and related day-to-day abilities by practicing structured tasks on a screen.
ParisAges 13–40 - NCT05790785Recruiting
Tests blood vessel changes in kids soon after type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how blood vessels and blood pressure change in children soon after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It may help doctors better understand early vascular risk and how to monitor it.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 8–18 - NCT05791305Recruiting
Testing programs to improve childhood nutrition
This study looks at how a nutrition and care program affects children under age 5 who attend it. It aims to help reduce the “double burden” of malnutrition—problems that can happen when children have both undernutrition and excess weight or related nutrition issues.
Addis Ababa, AmharaAges 2–5 - NCT05794789Recruiting
Program for families to help kids be more active
This study supports parents and children to increase kids’ daily physical activity through family support and shared identity. It may help families build habits that get children moving more often.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 6–12 - NCT05798494Recruiting
Pre-pregnancy weight loss plan to protect child weight
This study tests whether a very low-calorie weight loss program before pregnancy can improve the chance that a child will have a healthier weight later. It follows families and stores samples from the child at home.
AarhusAges 18–38 - NCT05798676Recruiting
Study of pregnancy factors linked to a child’s growth
This study looks at breastfeeding mothers and how a mother’s pregnancy and health factors may relate to a child’s growth and body fat. You might be able to join if you were normal weight or overweight/obese before pregnancy and you meet the pregnancy and delivery health requirements.
La Plata, Buenos AiresAges 18–40 - NCT05809115Recruiting
Caregiver-Child Story Visits for Hospitalized Infants
This trial looks at whether a program that strengthens the caregiver-child “story” (how caregivers and young children connect and communicate) can improve early development outcomes. It is offered to caregivers of young hospitalized children at Texas Children’s Hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05815095Recruiting
Early autism screening and follow-up for infants in care
This study helps identify signs of autism and other developmental differences early in babies, and then follows families over time. If you join, you’ll be asked to consent and share information as your child grows up to age 3.
Champigny-sur-MarneAges 3 months–1 year - NCT05869591RecruitingPhase 2
Test drug to prevent clots in mild to moderate liver disease
This Phase 2 study tests a blood-thinner called a DOAC in people with previously diagnosed mild or moderate liver cirrhosis (Child A or B). It may help doctors understand whether the medicine is safe and effective in this group.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18 years+ - NCT05893459Recruiting
Friend and family study for teens 13–17
This study looks at how a teen’s best friend and caregiver influence stress and coping. It enrolls teens who have either experienced maltreatment or not, to better understand what supports might help.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 13–17 - NCT05895032Recruiting
Exercise program for children with hemophilia A or B
This trial studies whether a structured exercise program helps children with hemophilia A or B safely. It looks at children’s ability to exercise and function, while aiming to avoid complications like leg bleeds or injuries.
Canterbury, KentAges 6–12 - NCT05905523Recruiting
Testing an online program for young kids
This trial checks whether an online program called QAPS can be used with children ages 3 to 7. It may help by making it easier to practice or assess skills in a comfortable, home-friendly way.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 3–7 - NCT05908708Recruiting
Testing a closed-loop insulin system for kids with type 1 diabetes
This trial studies how the Medtronic 780G “closed-loop” insulin system works for young people with type 1 diabetes. It may help by improving how automatically insulin is delivered, depending on your body’s needs.
Ramat Gan, Please SelectAges 1–21
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 498 recruiting child 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 child 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 child 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.