Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children 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
- NCT05057702Recruiting
Personalized surgery-focused treatment plan for relapsed brain cancer
This study tests a personalized treatment plan for children and young adults whose medulloblastoma or ependymoma has come back. It aims to guide doctors using new tissue from surgery or biopsy after earlier treatments are fully finished.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–39 - NCT07524049Recruiting
Giving Children a Voice in Pediatric Anesthesia
This study listens to what children, their families, and doctors think about anesthesia care (the medication that puts you to sleep during surgery). Researchers want to understand how to make the experience better and less scary for kids having procedures.
Aarau, Canton of AargauAges 6 years+ - NCT06795126Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in kids getting IVs
This study tests if a virtual reality game called Little NIRVANA can help reduce pain and anxiety in children getting an IV. It's for kids ages 2 to 8 in the emergency department.
Columbus, OhioAges 2–8 - NCT07221851RecruitingPhase 3
Weekly vs daily growth hormone for short stature in children
This trial tests a weekly growth hormone injection (lonapegsomatropin) compared to the standard daily growth hormone shot in children with short stature due to certain conditions. It aims to see if the weekly shot works as well or better and is safe.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 2–17 - NCT06223828RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Azithromycin for Children with Severe Asthma in the ICU
This trial tests whether adding the antibiotic azithromycin to standard asthma treatments helps children with severe asthma in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) recover faster. It is for children ages 3 to 17 who are already receiving strong asthma medicines and steroids.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 3–17 - NCT07279350Recruiting
Health advocate support for children after liver transplant
This study tests whether having a health advocate helps families manage care for their child after a liver transplant. The advocate will provide support and resources to reduce stress and improve the child's recovery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges birth–18 years - NCT07755111Recruiting
Breathing and tongue exercises for children's mouth bacteria
This trial tests if simple breathing and tongue exercises can help improve the bacteria in children's mouths. It includes children ages 7-12 who breathe through their mouth or nose.
Istanbul, BahcelievlerAges 7–12 - NCT07167927Recruiting
Decision support tool for children with neuromuscular scoliosis
Researchers are developing a decision support tool to help parents and doctors make decisions about surgery for children with neuromuscular scoliosis. The tool aims to provide clear information and support during the consultation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT06357728Recruiting
Tracking blood sugar during pregnancy
This study uses a continuous glucose monitor to track blood sugar levels during pregnancy in women of Chinese or Indian ethnicity. It aims to better understand glucose patterns in pregnancy.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–45 - NCT07417956Recruiting
Measuring reflex in cochlear implant for kids
This study tests a new way to program cochlear implants in children by measuring a tiny muscle reflex in the ear. This could help doctors set the sound levels more accurately without needing the child to respond.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges birth–7 years - NCT06660394RecruitingPhase 3
LP352 for Dravet syndrome in children and adults
This study tests a new medicine called LP352 for children and adults with Dravet syndrome. It compares the study drug to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see if it helps reduce seizures.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 2–65 - NCT07375290RecruitingPhase 1
Zoledronate for Bone Health After Stem Cell Transplant
This trial tests if a bone-strengthening medicine called zoledronate can help prevent bone problems in children and teens who have had a stem cell transplant. It may be an option for patients with low bone density or those who develop graft-versus-host disease after transplant.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 5–18 - NCT07505823RecruitingPhase 3
Meningococcal vaccine trial for infants 6-11 months old
This study tests whether a new vaccine safely protects infants aged 6 to 11 months against four types of meningococcal bacteria that can cause serious infections like meningitis and blood infections. It is designed for healthy babies who have not yet received any meningococcal vaccine.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 6 months–11 months - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 30 years - NCT07298421RecruitingPhase 3
Testing afimkibart for children with Crohn's disease
This trial tests a medicine called afimkibart for children with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease. It aims to see how well the drug works and how safe it is when used for both starting and ongoing treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 2–17 - NCT07058077RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of oral cholesterol-lowering pill in children with HeFH
This study tests an experimental daily pill (enlicitide decanoate) that lowers LDL ('bad') cholesterol in children and teens with a genetic condition called heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). It aims to see if this medicine can safely help reduce their high cholesterol levels.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 6–17 - NCT06770192Recruiting
Plyometrics vs. calisthenics for kids' brain function
This study compares two types of exercises – jumping drills (plyometrics) and bodyweight moves (calisthenics) – to see which one helps improve thinking and focus in school-age children.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 8–12 - NCT06612125Recruiting
Comparing breathing support methods in children having hernia surgery
This trial compares two different ways of giving breathing support during laparoscopic hernia repair surgery in young children. It may be a good fit if your child is between 1 and 5 years old, generally healthy, and scheduled for this specific surgery.
BenisuefAges 1–5 - NCT06474234RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic for Gut Health in Young Children
This study tests whether a probiotic (a 'good bacteria' supplement) can help balance the gut bacteria in young children. Your child may be able to join if they are healthy, under 7, and haven't taken probiotics or antibiotics recently.
Cheras, Kuala LumpurAges 1 month–7 years - NCT06372314Recruiting
Amino acid needs in premature babies on IV nutrition
This study checks how much of certain proteins (amino acids) premature babies need when they get all their nutrition through an IV. It aims to make sure babies get the right amounts to grow well.
Santa MariaAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT05462301Recruiting
Setting normal heart ultrasound ranges for newborns
This study measures echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) results in healthy newborn babies to help define “normal” ranges. It’s mainly for babies without serious heart or lung problems, and it can help improve how doctors interpret future newborn echocardiograms.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 1 day–4 weeks - NCT03532399Recruiting
Bivalirudin dosing study for children having heart procedures
This study looks at how the blood-thinner bivalirudin moves through the body in children during certain heart procedures. It may help doctors choose safer, more accurate dosing for pediatric anticoagulation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 17 years - NCT07751380RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for children and young adults with certain sarcomas
This trial tests a new kind of cell therapy called CAR T-cells that are engineered to find and attack sarcoma cells carrying a marker called B7-H3. It is for children and young adults whose sarcoma has come back or not gone away after treatment.
LondonAges 1–24 - NCT07751068Recruiting
Ankle fracture treatment in children
This trial compares non-surgical treatments for children with a first-time ankle fracture. It aims to find which treatment works best for healing and recovery.
Frisco, TexasAges 5–12
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,086 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.
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