Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children 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
- NCT06018636Recruiting
Diet and nutrition in early childhood growth
This study looks at how diet and nutrition affect young children's growth and development. It may help you learn more about feeding your child well.
Swat, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 1 day–2 years - NCT06018064Recruiting
Testing a new prone positioner for babies with tracheostomies
This study tests a new prone positioner (a special pillow or mat) to see how well it fits and feels for babies with tracheostomies. If your baby is in the hospital or Vent clinic at Children's Mercy, you may be able to help by sharing your thoughts on the device.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 10 months–2 years - NCT06006273RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug combo for children with returning solid tumors
This trial tests a new combination of three chemotherapy drugs (eribulin, irinotecan, and temozolomide) for children and young adults whose solid tumors have come back or not responded to standard treatment. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Houston, TexasAges 1–25 - NCT06026969Recruiting
Study on Lyme disease and baby development after pregnancy exposure
This study looks at how Lyme disease during pregnancy might affect a baby's development. It involves questionnaires and possibly an MRI of the baby's brain, done at a visit or remotely.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06020677Recruiting
Study on Latinx children's pain after surgery
This study looks at how parents manage their child's pain after surgery, focusing on Latinx families who speak Spanish at home. By understanding these experiences, doctors hope to improve pain care for children.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 2–12 - NCT06005181Recruiting
Music training for children with FASD
This study tests whether music training can help children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). It aims to see if learning music improves brain function and behavior.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 8–16 - NCT06023589RecruitingPhase 3
Testing tezepelumab for kids with severe asthma
This study tests if tezepelumab can help reduce severe asthma attacks in children ages 5 to 11. It compares the drug to a placebo (a dummy treatment) to see if it is safe and effective.
Montgomery, AlabamaAges 5–11 - NCT05999994RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new drugs for children and young adults with cancer
This trial tests several experimental drugs for children and young adults with cancer. It aims to find safe and effective treatments by matching participants to one of several drug studies based on their cancer type and health.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1–39 - NCT05982847Recruiting
Blood pressure check for kids in South Africa
This study checks blood pressure in children ages 5 to 17 across South Africa. It aims to find normal blood pressure ranges and improve healthcare for kids.
Mthatha, Eastern CapeAges 5–18 - NCT05981664Recruiting
Can adaptive gaming help kids with arm differences?
This study explores whether playing video games with adapted controls can help children aged 7 to 17 who have a missing or different arm or hand. It tests how fun and useful these games are for improving movement and daily life.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 7–17 - NCT05975333Recruiting
Writing support for grieving parents of young cancer patients
This study offers a writing-focused intervention for parents who are grieving the loss of their child or young person who had a type of cancer (ChronCan). It aims to see whether guided writing can help with coping and emotional well-being during bereavement.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 15–25 - NCT05984849Recruiting
A Game to Learn About the HPV Vaccine
This study uses a game to teach children ages 11-14 about the HPV vaccine and why it's important. It's for kids who haven't gotten the vaccine yet and their parent or guardian.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 11–14 - NCT05997979RecruitingPhase 3
Capsaicin patch for nerve pain in children after surgery or injury
This trial tests whether a capsaicin 8% skin patch can safely reduce nerve pain in children ages 12 to 17 who have had pain for more than 3 months after surgery or an injury. The patch is applied to the painful area and may offer relief without daily pills.
AmiensAges 12–17 - NCT05991115Recruiting
Hospital to home study for children with asthma
This study helps families whose child is in the hospital for asthma. It aims to make the transition home smoother and reduce asthma-related health differences.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4–12 - NCT05983159RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy for slow-flow or fast-flow vascular malformations
This trial tests two targeted medicines for people with certain types of vascular malformations (abnormal blood vessels). If you have a slow-flow malformation, you may receive alpelisib; if you have a fast-flow malformation, you may receive mirdametinib. Genetic testing is needed to see if your malformation has a specific change that these drugs target.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 2 years+ - NCT02539407Recruiting
Study drug levels in critically ill children
This trial measures how anti-infective medicines move through a child’s body while they are in the hospital or during follow-up. The goal is to better understand dosing and drug exposure in critically ill children.
ParisAges 1 day–18 years - NCT05945355Recruiting
Study of breathing training for children with asthma
This study looks at how an asthma-specific breathing training program affects children’s breathing and asthma control. It may help your care team understand who could benefit from inspiratory (breathing-in) training.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 6–17 - NCT05956392Recruiting
Personal plan to reduce kids’ screen time for better sleep
This trial tests a personalized program to help children use screens less in order to improve sleep, mood, and brain health. It’s for children who regularly sleep under 8 hours on school nights and spend more than 2 hours per day on media.
SingaporeAges 6–12 - NCT05955261RecruitingPhase 2
Study of adding venetoclax to standard chemotherapy for pediatric AML
This trial tests a new combination of a targeted pill (venetoclax) with standard chemotherapy for children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The hope is that adding venetoclax will improve how well the chemo works and reduce the chance of the leukemia coming back.
Madera, CaliforniaAges 4 weeks–21 years - NCT05962359Recruiting
Personalized coaching for language in young children with hearing loss
This trial tests a language program designed for young children with hearing loss who are getting cochlear implants. It aims to improve how well children understand and use spoken language, by using a “prediction” approach to tailor support.
Chicago, IllinoisAges birth–5 years - NCT05667701RecruitingPhase 2
Soy supplement for babies at high risk of asthma
This Phase 2 study tests whether daily soy isoflavones can lower the chance of asthma or wheezing problems in babies who are at high risk. You would join because your baby has risk factors (family history and certain genetics) and receives the study soy product.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 2 months–1 year - NCT05929807Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Weekly injection study for children with achondroplasia
This trial looks at how safe and effective weekly under-the-skin (subcutaneous) TransCon CNP is for children and teens with achondroplasia over the long term. You may be considered if your child has already finished a previous TransCon CNP study and can follow weekly injection and follow-up visits.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 3–15 - NCT05926687RecruitingPhase 2
Support program for toddlers with autism-focused coaching
This study tests an intervention to help young autistic children improve social communication and manage behavior. Caregivers learn strategies to use at home, and the study is designed for toddlers who mainly hear English.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 1.5 years–4 years - NCT05925075Enrolling by invitation
Lung ultrasound check for breathing problems in very premature babies
This trial tests whether doing a bedside lung ultrasound can help doctors assess and manage breathing problems in very premature infants. It may help guide care decisions for infants who are struggling to breathe, especially those needing breathing support.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges birth+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,992 recruiting children 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 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 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.