Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Childhood Obesity clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 4 recruiting childhood obesity studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT06810557Recruiting
Better sleep intervention to prevent obesity in kids
This trial tests a brief sleep program for children ages 6 to 11 who sleep less than 9 hours a night. The goal is to see if improving sleep can help prevent unhealthy weight gain. Eligible families will be randomly assigned to the sleep program or to a comparison group.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 6–11 - NCT05277558Recruiting
MRI and brain testing in teens at risk for type 2 diabetes
This study looks at brain health in teens with normal weight, overweight, or obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand how weight and diabetes risk affect the brain, using MRI scans and learning/memory tests.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - NCT05977348Recruiting
Preschool nutrition lessons to help prevent future obesity
This trial tests a program to improve food knowledge and healthy eating habits in preschool children. It may help families by teaching practical ways to choose and handle foods earlier to reduce later obesity risk.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 3–6 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4 years+
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting childhood obesity studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Temple Pediatrics
- The Pennsylvania State University
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
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.
Childhood Obesity trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there childhood obesity clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 4 recruiting childhood obesity studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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.
Not the right time?
New childhood obesity studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.