Clinical trials
Children, Only clinical trials
Below are recruiting children, only clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,109 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06841601Recruiting
Shaking or cold for less pain during dental shots
This trial tests whether a vibrating tool or a cold pack can help reduce pain when children get a numbing shot at the dentist. If your child needs a simple filling and is generally healthy, this study might help make their experience more comfortable.
AlexandriaAges 5–9 - NCT06489327Recruiting
Melatonin before surgery for children
This trial tests two different doses of oral melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) given to children before surgery to help them relax. It may help your child feel calmer before their procedure.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 4–10 - NCT06055608RecruitingPhase 2
Improving kidney transplant outcomes in teens and young adults
This trial tests a new approach to help teenagers and young adults keep their first kidney transplant working well. It looks at how to improve long-term success by carefully managing the immune system around the time of transplant.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 13–20 - NCT06495320Recruiting
Teaching parents about safe medicine use for hospitalized children
This study tests whether teaching parents about safe and correct medicine use (rational drug use) changes their attitudes. It's for parents of children up to age 12 who are currently in the hospital and who haven't had this training before.
BilecikAges Any age - NCT06797050Recruiting
Robot helper story for children with movement challenges
This study tests whether interacting with a robot helper named Nao can help children with movement difficulties learn new skills. The robot tells a story and guides activities to improve motor and thinking abilities.
Bosisio Parini, LeccoAges 7–16 - NCT07303738RecruitingPhase 4
Testing bile-lowering foods for kids with feeding tubes
This trial tests if certain foods can lower bile acid levels in the upper part of the stomach for children who get most nutrition through a feeding tube. It may help understand and manage reflux symptoms related to bile.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–21 - NCT06934278RecruitingPhase 3
Plasma vs salt water for scoliosis surgery in kids
This study compares two types of fluids—one made from donated human blood plasma and one a standard salt-solution—given during scoliosis surgery in children and teenagers. The goal is to see which fluid helps patients recover safely and with fewer complications.
HelsinkiAges 10–21 - NCT07333521Recruiting
Body composition in kids on growth hormone
This study looks at how growth hormone treatment affects body composition (fat and muscle) in children with growth hormone deficiency. It may help doctors better understand and monitor treatment effects.
ParisAges 3–17 - NCT06816225Recruiting
Sleep and Baby Development in Early Childhood
This study looks at how sleep might be linked to a baby's development, like how they move and learn. Researchers will follow healthy babies born at term to see if sleep patterns affect their growth over time.
PortoAges 2–4 - NCT05758454Recruiting
Prevent tooth decay and childhood weight gain by helping new parents
This study supports parents of babies (0–6 months) to change certain health habits with the goal of reducing future tooth decay and supporting healthy weight as children grow. You may be able to join if you recently had a newborn and you’re comfortable with the study procedures.
BergenAges 20–50 - NCT06926751RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing low white blood cell counts in kids with solid tumors
This trial compares two drugs (Telpegfilgrastim and Filgrastim) to help prevent dangerously low white blood cell counts after chemotherapy in children and young adults with solid tumors. It's for patients who have already had this problem in a previous chemo round.
BeijingAges 6–24 - NCT06471816Recruiting
A kindergarten program to support children's mental health
This study tests a simple conversation-based program in kindergartens to support young children's emotional well-being. If your child is in their third last year of kindergarten, you may be able to join.
BergenAges 2–3 - NCT06582693Recruiting
Tobacco treatment for families through children's hospital
This study offers proactive, personalized help to stop smoking for adults who smoke and have a child who is a patient at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. It aims to see if this approach works better than usual care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06937021Enrolling by invitation
Art and philosophy program for kids' eco-anxiety
This trial tests whether an art and philosophy program can help elementary school children manage their eco-anxiety. If your child is in elementary school, they may be able to join.
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-TrentAges 5–12 - NCT07248514Recruiting
Pilates for kids with backpack-related back pain
This study tests if Pilates exercises can help children aged 12-16 who have back pain and poor posture from carrying heavy backpacks.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 12–16 - NCT07249671Recruiting
Rope skipping for kids' heart and lung fitness
This study tests if rope skipping can improve heart and lung fitness in healthy children ages 6 to 12. It may help kids get more active and build endurance.
Chak Four Hundred Fifty-four, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06826534Recruiting
At-home heart rehab for teens with heart failure risk
This study tests if a home-based exercise program using a Fitbit can help teens who had chemotherapy improve their heart and lung fitness. You would exercise at home, track your activity, and have monthly virtual check-ins for 6 months.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–21 years - NCT06661031Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis use help for young adults via phone app
This study tests a new program that combines telehealth coaching and a smartphone app to help young adults who use cannabis a lot to cut back or quit. If you are a patient at certain Boston clinics and use cannabis on most days, this study might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–26 - NCT07244081Recruiting
Movement therapy for arm use in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether a type of physical therapy called kinesiotherapy can improve arm and hand function and daily living skills in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (weakness on one side). It may help children who can follow simple directions and participate in therapy sessions.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–13 - NCT05008744Recruiting
Laser treatment for twin-to-twin transfusion using one shared placenta
This study tests a laser procedure that seals abnormal blood vessel connections in identical twins sharing one placenta (twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome). The goal is to improve outcomes by stopping unbalanced blood flow between the twins.
Seattle, WashingtonAges Any age - NCT04993859Recruiting
Testing how chemotherapy affects kids’ urinary markers
This study looks at urinary (bladder and urine) measurements in children who previously had cancer and were treated with certain chemotherapy drugs. It may help researchers understand how past chemotherapy can affect bladder function and related health markers over time.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 5–13 - NCT07382063Enrolling by invitation
Nerve block effects on diaphragm in kids having arm surgery
This study tests a special numbing shot (nerve block) around the shoulder to see how it affects the muscle that helps kids breathe (the diaphragm) during and after arm surgery. It may help doctors choose safer pain methods for school-aged children.
ShanghaiAges 6–12 - NCT05773651Recruiting
Study for rare solid tumors in children and teens
This study collects information from children and teens with rare solid tumors to better understand these cancers and support future research. You (or your guardian) can join by giving consent, but it’s mainly for people not already registered in certain ongoing pediatric cancer study databases in Germany.
TübingenAges 1 day–18 years - NCT06804811RecruitingPhase 3
Ruxolitinib cream for children with vitiligo
This study tests whether a cream called ruxolitinib can help children ages 6 to 11 with nonsegmental vitiligo. It aims to see if the cream safely restores color to white patches on the face and body.
Buenos AiresAges 6–11
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children, only?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,109 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.
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.