Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Childhood Obesity clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 6 recruiting childhood obesity studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT07028814Enrolling by invitation
Risk-Informed Weight Care Plan for Children
This trial tests a personalized care plan for children with overweight or obesity. If your child qualifies, you'll work with their doctor on a plan to help manage their weight.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2–12 - NCT07467694Recruiting
Postnatal exercise to activate baby's brown fat
This trial tests if exercise after childbirth can activate your baby's brown fat, which helps with metabolism. It may benefit mothers and their healthy, full-term babies.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT06432790Recruiting
In-person vs online healthy living and asthma program for kids
This study compares two programs for helping children with asthma who are overweight or obese — one that is held in person and another that is offered online. It tests whether learning about healthy habits and asthma management works better when done face-to-face or on a computer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4–17 - NCT06760546RecruitingPhase 3
Testing setmelanotide for weight gain after brain injury
This trial tests a daily injection called setmelanotide to see if it can help people who have gained weight due to a brain injury or condition affecting the hypothalamus. It may help reduce hunger and support weight loss.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 years+ - NCT01998750Recruiting
Study of genes in severe early childhood obesity
This study looks for genetic (inherited) reasons for severe obesity that starts in very early childhood. It may help doctors better understand the cause of your child’s weight gain and guide future treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 80 years - NCT06861868Recruiting
Brain and behavior's role in childhood obesity
This study looks at how the brain and behavior contribute to obesity from infancy through childhood. It may help researchers understand why some children develop obesity and how to prevent it.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 7–12
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting childhood obesity studies listed above.
- Boston Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 2 studies
- Joslin Diabetes Center
- Rhode Island Hospital
What taking part in a childhood obesity study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting childhood obesity studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there childhood obesity clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 6 recruiting childhood obesity studies with a site near Boston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a childhood obesity study near Boston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a childhood obesity trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New childhood obesity studies open near Boston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.