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
- NCT05505500Recruiting
Parent and patient interviews for childhood kidney swelling
This study uses interviews to understand how swelling from nephrotic syndrome affects daily life for children and their caregivers. It may help researchers design better care by capturing the patient and parent perspective.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 2 years+ - NCT05464186Recruiting
Whole versus nonfat milk effects on kids’ body composition
This study compares whole milk vs nonfat milk to see how each affects body composition (such as fat and lean mass) in children. It may help families understand whether milk type makes a difference for healthy growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 9–12 - NCT05501834Enrolling by invitation
Anxiety study for kids getting arm pins removed
This study tests if a child life specialist can help reduce anxiety when children have pins removed from their arm after a fracture. If your child is between 3 and 10, had a specific arm fracture treated with pins at Boston Children's Hospital, and speaks English, they may be eligible.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3–10 - NCT03490929RecruitingPhase 4
Ultrasound contrast test for abdominal injuries in children
This trial checks whether a special ultrasound (with contrast) can help doctors evaluate blunt abdominal injuries in children. It may reduce the need for rushed decisions by improving how internal injuries are seen quickly and safely.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges birth–17 years - NCT05457283RecruitingPhase 3
Finerenone safety study for children with kidney disease
This trial studies how safely finerenone works over 18 months in children and young adults with chronic kidney disease who also take an ACE inhibitor or ARB. It aims to better understand long-term side effects when used together with standard kidney blood-pressure medicines.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 1–18 - NCT05394363Recruiting
Victoria children birth-cohort study with parent/guardian consent
This study follows children born in a specific 2-year window and their parents or guardians over time. It helps researchers understand how children and families change as they grow, which can guide future health supports in Victoria.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 1 day+ - NCT05382754Recruiting
Home sleep testing for children being checked for sleep apnea
This trial tests whether home sleep testing can help diagnose sleep apnea in children. It is for kids who are already being referred for an in-lab sleep study at CHOP.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 5–12 - NCT05336890Recruiting
Using past oxygen data to predict risks after premature birth
This study builds a personalized computer model that uses earlier breathing/oxygen information from preterm infants to predict possible health or development outcomes by preschool age. It may help families and doctors better estimate risks and plan support, using information already collected in a previous study.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 7 months–6.9 years - NCT05287074Enrolling by invitation
Checking timing of egg and milk allergy diagnosis in children
This study looks at how quickly children with possible egg and/or milk allergy are correctly diagnosed, and how follow-up checks affect their nutrition and growth. It may help you understand whether timely diagnosis and good monitoring could reduce problems with eating, weight, or growth.
VilniusAges 6 months–12 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 - NCT05294302Recruiting
Online support program for cancer parents in English or Spanish
This trial tests an online (e-health) counseling and support program for parents of children with cancer. It may help you feel better supported and more informed while caring for your child.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05209568Enrolling by invitation
Study of immune reactions after eating gluten
This study looks at how your immune system responds when you eat gluten, including for people with celiac disease. You may be asked to follow a gluten-free diet first and then safely reintroduce gluten so researchers can measure immune changes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 2–101 - NCT05179226RecruitingPhase 3
IV iron for children with low iron anemia
This trial studies IV ferric derisomaltose to treat iron deficiency anemia in children under 18. It is meant for children whose anemia is from a true iron problem and who either cannot tolerate or do not respond to iron taken by mouth, or have certain kidney-related causes.
Miami, FloridaAges Up to 17 years - NCT05156749Recruiting
Short vs long casts for certain forearm fractures in kids
This study compares short-arm versus long-arm fiberglass casts to see which one works best for healing certain forearm bone injuries in children. It may help families choose a cast type that supports proper healing while aiming for comfort and safe recovery.
ZurichAges 4–16 - NCT04573439Recruiting
Protein needs study for healthy active children
This study looks at how much protein children who are already in the “normal weight” range need to support an active lifestyle. It may help researchers fine-tune nutrition guidance for kids who are active and healthy.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 8–10 - 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+ - NCT05066178Recruiting
Speech therapy for children with autism who speak very little
This study tests a speech treatment plan for children on the autism spectrum who currently speak very little. It aims to improve speech clarity and ability to repeat sounds, but only if the child’s home language environment and participation needs fit the study rules.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–18 - NCT05043870RecruitingPhase 4
Testing medicines that calm the immune system in kids with Crohn’s
This trial studies a combination of immune-suppressing treatments for children with Crohn’s disease that is not well controlled. It may help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms if you meet the study’s disease-activity and safety requirements.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 6–18 - NCT04955210Recruiting
Study of data sharing in children with severe infections
This trial builds a shared medical data system to better understand severe pneumonia and sepsis in children. Your participation helps clinicians and researchers learn from many cases to improve future care.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT04961593Recruiting
Studying caspofungin dosing in very ill children
This study looks at how caspofungin works in children who are very sick and in the pediatric intensive care unit. It helps doctors better choose dosing to keep the medicine at the right level.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3 months–18 years - NCT04961580Recruiting
Study of ceftazidime dosing in sick children
This trial measures how ceftazidime (an antibiotic) moves through the body and how it works in children with severe infections in the pediatric intensive care unit. It may help doctors choose safer, more effective dosing for kids.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3 months–18 years - NCT04923126RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mirdametinib for children with low-grade brain tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests mirdametinib, a targeted medicine, in children and young adults with low-grade glioma (a slower-growing brain tumor). It aims to find the best dose and see how well the treatment works, especially for tumors with certain “MAPK pathway” changes.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 2–24 - NCT04867395Recruiting
Hospital-to-home program for children with complex medical needs
This study tests a “hospital-to-home” transition plan to help children with complex medical needs safely manage care at home after discharge. You may be randomly placed into the program or usual care to see which better supports families.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04901702RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Onivyde plus talazoparib or temozolomide for resistant solid tumors
This trial tests whether adding Onivyde to either talazoparib or temozolomide can shrink or control hard-to-treat (refractory or recurring) cancers in children and young adults. It aims to find safer dosing first, then look at how well the treatment works—especially for Ewing sarcoma.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 1–30
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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.