Clinical trials
Children, Only clinical trials
Below are recruiting children, only clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,086 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04040452RecruitingPhase 4
Continuous versus intermittent ketorolac for kids’ heart surgery pain
This study compares two ways of giving ketorolac (a pain medicine) to young children after heart surgery—continuous drip versus doses at set times. It aims to find which approach controls pain better with fewer side effects.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 3 months–4.9 years - NCT05258396Recruiting
Remyelination study for teens with multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether the brain may “repair” itself (re-myelinate) in children and teens with multiple sclerosis. It uses brain MRI to look for changes and may help clinicians better understand how to treat MS in younger people.
Le Kremlin-BicêtreAges 12–18 - NCT04604418Recruiting
Tracking outcomes during non-heart procedures in children with heart defects
This study looks at how children with congenital heart disease do during routine non-heart procedures, including medical or minor treatments that are not heart-related. It also measures how much health care they use afterward, which may help improve care planning for families.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT07750054RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Parenting check-up for young children
This study tests a parenting check-up program for parents of children aged 2 to 5. It aims to help parents support their child's behavior and development.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07750626Recruiting
Vibration and ShotBlocker for injection pain in children
This study tests two methods to reduce pain and fear during a shot in the emergency department. It compares using a vibration device or a ShotBlocker device against standard care.
BurdurAges 5–10 - NCT07750795Recruiting
Nutrition and activity lessons for kids with celiac disease
This study teaches kids with celiac disease about healthy eating and physical activity to help them manage their condition better. It aims to improve their daily habits and overall well-being.
Istanbul, BesiktasAges 8–12 - NCT07087314RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an injection for nephrotic syndrome in children
This study tests an injection (SG301) that targets a protein called CD38 to help children whose nephrotic syndrome keeps coming back or depends on steroids. The goal is to see if the treatment can reduce relapses and the need for steroids.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 6–18 - NCT06756022Recruiting
Dolasetron to prevent nausea from chemo in kids with leukemia
This trial tests if a medicine called dolasetron can prevent chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It may help kids feel better during their first round of treatment.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 2–17 - NCT06692868Recruiting
Fertility protection for young cancer patients
This trial offers fertility preservation options for children, teens, and young adults diagnosed with cancer or undergoing stem cell transplant before age 21, to help protect their ability to have biological children in the future.
Ulm, Baden-WurttembergAges Any age - NCT06623981Recruiting
Treating maternal depression in an urban asthma clinic
This study tests whether treating depression in Black mothers of children with asthma can improve both the mother's mood and the child's asthma. It offers support for mothers who are feeling down and may help their child's asthma get better.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT06761417RecruitingPhase 2
Liposomal mitoxantrone for children and young adults with relapsed solid tumors
This trial tests a new form of chemotherapy (liposomal mitoxantrone) for children, adolescents, and young adults whose solid tumors have come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if this combination regimen can help shrink tumors.
BeijingAges 6–24 - NCT06320288Recruiting
Balance and movement study in children with cerebral palsy
This study looks at how children with cerebral palsy control their trunk and center of mass while walking. It may help understand balance challenges and guide future therapies.
NancyAges 1.5 years–18 years - NCT06003569Recruiting
Reducing asthma attacks in kids at school
This trial tests a program to help children with poorly controlled asthma in rural Colorado schools. It aims to reduce asthma attacks and improve daily life for kids who often have symptoms.
Ault, ColoradoAges 5–12 - NCT06037473Recruiting
PEG growth hormone for short stature in children
This trial tests if a long-acting growth hormone (PEGylated GH) helps children with various causes of short stature grow taller. It may be an option if your child has a condition like growth hormone deficiency, Turner syndrome, or idiopathic short stature.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT06015191Recruiting
Remote heart rehab for teens with congenital heart disease
This trial tests a home-based cardiac rehab program for adolescents with certain types of congenital heart disease. It aims to help you exercise safely and improve your fitness using online coaching and monitoring.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 12–19 - NCT05681260RecruitingPhase 3
Methotrexate dose comparison for newly diagnosed T-cell lymphoma
This Phase 3 trial compares a higher dose of methotrexate versus an escalating (step-up) methotrexate plan in children newly diagnosed with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. The goal is to see which dosing approach works better and is safe enough to use as standard treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1–18 - NCT05520892RecruitingPhase 4
IVIG dose options for newly diagnosed childhood ITP
This study compares two intravenous (IV) IgG treatment regimens for children newly diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). It aims to find a regimen that works well and is safe for raising low platelet counts.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 4 weeks–14 years - NCT06421415Recruiting
Long-term effects of allergy shots in children
This study looks at how well allergy shots or drops work over the long term in children who received this treatment at Odense University Hospital. It aims to understand if the benefits last for years after treatment ends.
Odense, Odense CAges 4–18 - NCT05004714Recruiting
Head Start asthma program study for staff and caregivers
This study helps test an approach to improve asthma care for children in Head Start. You may be able to help by participating as a Head Start staff member or caregiver and allowing audio recording of your input.
District Heights, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04535661Recruiting
Study of who develops carbapenem-resistant infections in PICU children
This study looks at factors that make some hospitalized children in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) develop or carry germs called carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae. It aims to understand who is at higher risk and why, which may help prevent infections in the future.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT04534296Recruiting
Early mobilization for breathing muscles in critically ill children
This study looks at whether starting movement early in the first day of breathing support can help keep the diaphragm (a key breathing muscle) working better in critically ill children. The researchers will check diaphragm thickness using ultrasound and compare it to usual care.
ShanghaiAges 6 months–12 years - NCT02797717Recruiting
Treatment study for classical Hodgkin lymphoma in young people
This trial looks at a treatment approach for children and adolescents with classical Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help by testing how well the treatment controls the cancer and is tolerable in young patients.
Petah TikvaAges 1 month–18 years - NCT03741777Recruiting
Comparing stomach fluid left after different clear drinks in kids
This study looks at how much clear liquid is left in the stomach after children drink different measured amounts before an endoscopy. The goal is to help make anesthesia and endoscopy safer by better understanding stomach “residual volume.”
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–17 - NCT03426579Recruiting
Testing sedation monitoring during anesthesia for children’s throat surgery
This trial looks at whether a monitoring method for how deeply a child is sedated matches how the child’s reflexes react during intravenous anesthesia. It may help anesthesiologists keep children safer and more comfortable during direct laryngoscopy procedures using medications like dexmedetomidine and remifentanil.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 1 month–8 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children, only?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,086 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.