Clinical trials
Children, Only clinical trials
Below are recruiting children, only clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,992 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06985212Recruiting
Study of acid sphingomyelinase deficiency in children and adults
This study follows people with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD) over time to learn more about how the condition changes. You won't get any new treatment, but your participation will help doctors better understand ASMD.
Paris, FranceAges 2 years+ - NCT04510051RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell therapy for IL13Rα2 positive pediatric brain tumors
This Phase 1 study tests a type of immune therapy (CAR T cells) for children with brain tumors that come back or do not respond to standard treatment. The cells are given after chemotherapy that temporarily lowers the body’s immune system, which may help the CAR T cells work better.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 4–25 - NCT07718802Recruiting
Watching vs surgery for kidney stones in children
This study compares simply watching a kidney stone over time versus having surgery to remove it, in children and teens who have a small, symptom-free stone. The goal is to see which approach leads to better health outcomes.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT05776927RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new inhaler for teens with asthma
This trial tests a new combination inhaler (QVM149) against a standard one (Advair) in teenagers with asthma that isn't well controlled by their current medicine. It aims to see if the new inhaler works better.
Rosario, Santa Fe ProvinceAges 12–17 - NCT07696442Recruiting
Music therapy for sleep in children with epilepsy
This study tests whether listening to music can help children with epilepsy sleep better. It involves wearing a small device to track sleep and completing questionnaires.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 1.5 years–9 years - NCT07425405Recruiting
Screen time and surgery anxiety in young children
This study looks at how daily screen time affects anxiety in children aged 2 to 5 years before a planned surgery. It aims to find if more screen time is linked to more anxiety, which could help prepare children better for surgery.
Istanbul, küçükçekmeceAges 2–5 - NCT07029828RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of ritlecitinib for severe alopecia areata in children
This study tests a medicine called ritlecitinib for children with severe alopecia areata (a condition causing hair loss). It is for kids who have already completed a previous study of this medicine to see how well it works and how safe it is over a longer period.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 6–14 - NCT07766278Recruiting
Spotting urine infections with leftover urine samples
This study looks for better ways to spot urinary tract infections (UTIs) in young children and older adults by testing leftover urine samples. It doesn't test a new drug—it just collects extra urine to find new markers that could lead to faster, more accurate diagnosis in the future.
Belfast, Northern IrelandAges Any age - NCT05989802Recruiting
Testing new TB tests for children
This study is testing new ways to quickly diagnose TB in children under 15. It aims to find better tests that can be used at clinics, especially for kids who may not have obvious symptoms.
MaputoAges Up to 65 years - NCT07424404RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of a medication for psychiatric disorders in children and teens
This study tests a combination medicine (xanomeline and trospium chloride) to see if it is safe and tolerable over a longer period for children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders, especially those with autism-related irritability. It may help families understand if this treatment can be used beyond the initial study period.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 5–17 - NCT02446431RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Low-dose cancer medicine for children with sarcoma at high risk
This early-phase study tests a continuous, low-dose (“metronomic”) cancer medicine to help delay cancer coming back in children and young adults with certain sarcomas. You must have finished first-line treatment and currently be in remission, starting the study soon after treatment ends.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 1–31 - NCT03019692Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for babies with brain bleeding
This study follows newborns and premature babies who had bleeding in the brain (intra-cranial or within the brain’s fluid spaces). It looks at long-term outcomes to better understand what happens over time and support families with care planning.
Netanya, IsraelAges 1 hour–3 months - NCT02722655Recruiting
Study of Mexican children with diabetes
This study follows children in Mexico who have been diagnosed with diabetes. It may help researchers learn more about diabetes in Mexican children and how it affects health over time.
León, GuanajuatoAges 1 month–17 years - NCT03528525Recruiting
Study of breathing-related rare genetic diseases in Chinese children
This registry study collects and stores samples from children with breathing-related rare genetic (inherited) diseases to learn more over time. It may help researchers better understand these conditions and improve future care, especially through long-term follow-up.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT03587948Recruiting
Diabetes eye study for teens with diabetes
This study looks at how diabetes affects the eyes in children and teens. It may help doctors better detect or understand eye problems earlier in people with diabetes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 5–18 - NCT03625011RecruitingPhase 4
Gabapentin before tonsil surgery to reduce pain
This trial tests whether giving gabapentin before pediatric tonsil (and possibly adenoid) removal can reduce postoperative pain. It may help children feel more comfortable after surgery while still being safe to use in the right patients.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 3–18 - NCT03913962Recruiting
Exercise study for children with chronic or autoimmune conditions
This study looks at how physical activity affects muscle, metabolism (how your body uses energy), and body composition in children with certain chronic or autoimmune conditions. It may help doctors understand what types of exercise and monitoring are most beneficial and safe.
Clermont-FerrandAges 6–18 - NCT03398629Recruiting
Study of babies with slow growth or birth defects
This trial looks at how to diagnose and manage pregnancies and babies affected by slow growth before birth, birth defects, or chromosome-related conditions. It may help by improving how doctors confirm problems and plan care for mothers and newborns.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges Up to 18 years - NCT03965988RecruitingPhase 3
Omega-3 oil to help children’s breath-holding spells
This trial studies whether docosahexaenoic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oil) can reduce breath-holding spells in children who have just been diagnosed. If it works, it could help lessen how often these spells happen and how severe they are.
TantaAges 1 month–5 years - NCT04209244Recruiting
Fish oil for cholesterol and side effects in ALL patients
This trial studies whether fish oil can improve cholesterol levels and reduce side effects in children and young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who are in lower-risk groups. If you fit the risk category, you may be asked to add fish oil as part of the study to see if it helps your lab results and well-being.
AalborgAges 1–45 - NCT04144439RecruitingPhase 4
GABA treatment for ADHD and seizures in children with epilepsy
This trial studies whether adding GABA (a substance that affects brain signaling) can help children who have both epilepsy (seizures) and ADHD. If it works, it may reduce symptoms related to either seizures, ADHD, or both.
TantaAges 4–18 - NCT04216186RecruitingPhase 3
Coenzyme Q for children with ADHD
This trial tests whether taking coenzyme Q can improve symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. It may help if your child has ADHD, but it excludes certain other conditions.
TantaAges 2–18 - NCT01840930Recruiting
Study of severe cerebral palsy in children
This study looks at children ages 2 to 10 who have severe, long-term cerebral palsy to better understand this condition. It may help clinicians learn what to expect and how to support children with the most significant mobility needs.
BronAges 2–10 - NCT04415983RecruitingPhase 3
Nitazoxanide for stomach infection in children
This trial studies nitazoxanide to treat Helicobacter pylori, a common stomach infection, in children. If you test positive for this infection and haven’t been treated for it before, you may be able to join.
TantaAges Up to 18 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children, only?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,992 recruiting children, only 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 children, only 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 children, only 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.
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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.